EARTH | Sustainable Brooklyn

"Feeling so inspired by @sustainablebk right now. We had the honor of hosting their Earth Symposium at our studio in NYC today. These women filled the space with next level teachers and leaders in the sustainability space. From fashion to wellness to farming and more, so much was covered. These women are the real deal and I really just am overwhelmed with inspiration. FOLLOW @sustainablebk, get in to the work they are doing and who they are putting forward. There is a lot to learn here."

- Mara Hoffman

Jennifer Sterling of The Black Girl Healing Project opened our symposium with a gentle movement warmup to center ourselves for the day.

Our keynote speaker, Freweyni Adamsseged Asress, then delivered a dynamic talk about Black Feminism, Afrofuturism, and self/community care.

"I can't really put into words how incredible this past weekend's @sustainablebk EARTH symposium was, but I'm going to try. I've been in the NY sustainable/ethical/conscious fashion community/movement for about 5 years - ever since I moved to NY in 2014 & I have never been to anything quite like this. Everything about this day was beyond powerful & beautiful. Everything about this day was approached intentionally holistically & radically...It was truly such a special & profound day[.]"

@gabyfernandesdasilva

Sustainable Brooklyn co-founder, Dominique Drakeford brought her MelaninASS interviews to life during three (3), 30 minute "Lightning Talks," which featured dynamic people of color who are shifting the narrative of sustainability in their respective industries. Click photos for details.