The recent presentation of the Human Capital and Social Impact Award showcased the remarkable achievements of Saheli Women, a non-profit social enterprise initiated by Madhu Vaishnav in Bhikamkor, Rajasthan. This organization is dedicated to empowering local women by offering skills development, fair wages, health insurance, and a secure working environment. Currently, Saheli Women supports over 100 artisans across two centers and collaborates with over 60 fashion brands globally. “The Human Capital and Social Impact Award highlights individuals and organizations that view people as integral to their strategy, using fashion as a vehicle for positive change,” stated awards host Shailene Woodley, a prominent American actress.
Reflecting on her honor at the event, Vaishnav expressed, “I am deeply honored to stand here tonight among a community of artists, creators, innovators, and dreamers. However, I also carry the weight of upholding the incredible legacy trusted to us by Giorgio Armani. We gather tonight unified by one conviction: when fashion takes on responsibility, it possesses the potential to inspire meaningful change.”
Saheli Women, a non-profit social enterprise founded by Madhu Vaishnav, has been recognized with the Human Capital and Social Impact Award.Photo: Alfonso Catalano
In addition to the Human Capital and Social Impact Award, the Circular Economy Award was awarded to Regenesi, an Italian brand that innovatively repurposes post-consumer waste materials—including aluminum, glass, plastic, leather, and cardboard—transforming them into fashionable bags, clothing, and household items. The Climate Action Award recognized The Schneider Group for its ethical sourcing, processing, and supply of high-quality wool, cashmere, vicuña, and other premium animal fibers. This award was presented by Paola Deda, chairperson of the UN Alliance for Sustainable Fashion, highlighting their commitment to transforming natural fibers into symbols of integrity, responsibility, and conservation.
Moreover, the Bicester Collection Award for Emerging Designers was given to Sake, a regenerative fashion initiative led by Colombian designer Ana Tafur. Sake emphasizes collaboration with Indigenous communities in the Peruvian Andes and Amazon to preserve ancestral knowledge and develop regenerative economies.
The Sustainable Fashion Awards, which first launched in 2017, are now managed by CNMI in partnership with the UN Alliance for Sustainable Fashion, supported by the Municipality of Milan.
The comprehensive list of winners includes:
Legacy Award: Giorgio Armani
The SFA Craft and Artisanship Award: Tod’s
The SFA Groundbreaker Award: Aura Blockchain Consortium
The SFA Diversity and Inclusion Award: Willy Chavarria
The SFA Circular Economy Award: Regenesi
The SFA Climate Action Award: The Schneider Group
The SFA Biodiversity and Water Award: Ermenegildo Zegna
The SFA Human Capital and Social Impact Award: Saheli Women
The Bicester Collection Award for Emerging Designers: Sake
The SFA Education of Excellence Award: Kiton
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