Fashion Cypher

Created in 2016, ‘Fashion Cyphers’ enable professional fashion designers to travel to different communities and districts of Uganda to disseminate knowledge about craftsmanship, sewing, and fashion. These areas include: Kasese, Kazo, Wakiso, Kawempe, Kisoro, Bwaise, Kamwokya, Gulu, Makerere, Kikoni, Nsambya and Kitgum, which have previously been affected by wars, environmental and economic hardships. In these areas, IGC's outreach supports endangered tribes, young single mothers and those living in extreme poverty. The Fashion Cypher initiative targets the most marginalized communities and empowers them by fostering their self-confidence and equipping them with valuable skills for income generation. The programme prioritizes inclusivity and collaboration. It is free to attend and functions as a space where local tailors, fashion designers and donated clothes meet. These community-driven events provide a platform for individuals to showcase their skills and creativity whilst also offering them the opportunity to develop these skills. In the grand scheme, these events contribute to employment creation and poverty reduction.