International Conference on Fashion as a Tool for Social Change 2025 Concludes at Woxsen University
15 November 2025: Woxsen University successfully concluded the third edition of the International Conference on Fashion as a Tool for Social Change (FTSC 2025) on 10-11 November 2025. Organised by the School of Arts & Design, the annual conference reinforced Woxsen’s commitment to driving meaningful dialogue at the intersection of creativity, ethics, sustainability, and social impact. Building on the legacy of its 2023 and 2024 editions, FTSC 2025 explored the theme ‘Innovating the Present, Preserving the Future,’ showcasing how technology and tradition can converge to shape a more responsible and inclusive fashion ecosystem.
Reflecting on the significance of this year’s edition, Dr. Sadhna, Associate Professor, Fashion Design, noted that FTSC 2025 “demonstrated that fashion is far more than an aesthetic practice-it is a transformative force capable of driving social awareness, cultural preservation, and environmental responsibility.” She added that the ideas and innovations shared throughout the conference “reaffirm our commitment to nurturing designers who think critically, act ethically and create with purpose.”
Conference Highlights
The two-day hybrid conference brought together a vibrant mix of national and international scholars, designers, entrepreneurs, artisans, and students. FTSC 2025 received 172 abstracts from 71 national and 14 international institutions, out of which 103 papers were selected after peer review:
– 12 presented offline on campus
– 91 presented online
These presentations explored pivotal themes including cultural sustainability, circular economy, ethical design, AI in creative practice, and responsible production-emphasising fashion’s power to influence both societal and environmental change.
Key collaborators included Manchester Metropolitan University (UK), The British University in Egypt, and BHU as Knowledge Partners; Weavers’ Service Centre Hyderabad, IBA, Avani, Anjali Jha, Erisri, OOSeven and Earthyweaves as Industry Partners; Springer & Fashion Practice Journal as Publication Partner; and Texfash as Media Partner.
Best Paper Awards recognized outstanding contributions combining academic rigor with social impact. Prof. Rajesh Kumar emphasized the growing influence of the FTSC series and its expanding global footprint.
In his Vote of Thanks, Prof. Arun Kumar Gupta acknowledged the support of the Woxsen leadership, including Vice President Dr. Raul V. Rodrigues and Dean Dr. Adity Saxena, as well as partners, speakers, researchers, students, and volunteers whose contributions shaped the event’s success.
FTSC 2025 reaffirmed that fashion is not just an expression of style but a catalyst for societal transformation. Through responsible design, cultural continuity, and technological innovation, the conference demonstrated how creativity can shape a more sustainable, ethical, and inclusive future. With this momentum, Woxsen University now looks ahead to FTSC 2026, continuing its mission of advancing purpose-driven design and global collaboration.
About Woxsen University, Hyderabad ….
Woxsen University, located in Hyderabad, is one of the first private universities in the state of Telangana, India. Renowned for its 200-acre state-of-the-art campus and infrastructure, Woxsen University offers new-age, disruptive programs in the fields of Business, Technology, Arts & Design, Architecture, Law and Liberal Arts & Humanities.
https://woxsen.edu.in
