This talk explores how intentional, heritage-inspired design strengthens economies in disadvantaged regions, including post-earthquake Türkiye and crisis-affected Syria. Through women’s cooperatives and community-based production, participants see how design becomes a tool for resilience, income generation, and measurable social impact. Attendees will learn practical strategies for integrating culture, sustainability, and collective production into projects that drive economic and social change.
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This session explores how heritage-based sustainable production models empower local communities, foster intergenerational skills, and create measurable economic outcomes. Asli Filinta shares real-world examples of collaborative design, upcycling, and ethical production that generate social and financial resilience. Attendees will gain insights into turning creative industries into vehicles for social innovation and community growth.
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Asli Filinta demonstrates how culturally grounded design and entrepreneurship empower women in disadvantaged regions. Attendees explore actionable strategies for nurturing creative agency, fostering leadership, and generating economic independence. Case studies highlight women-led cooperatives and projects where intentional design drives real-world impact, inspiring participants to champion empowerment through creativity.
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Explore how traditional craft and cultural heritage can catalyze social innovation and sustainable development. Asli Filinta shares projects that balance authenticity and modern design while delivering measurable social and economic outcomes. Attendees will learn how to leverage cultural knowledge to create sustainable impact, combining innovation, storytelling, and intentional design.
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This talk presents frameworks from UN events and international collaborations showing how intentional design, ethical production, and community engagement deliver measurable results. Asli Filinta shares actionable strategies for creating collective-conscious business models that generate economic, social, and cultural value. Attendees leave equipped to apply these insights in global, local, and corporate contexts.
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