Fashion – Enter Ltd: Programmes, Committees, and Partnerships Timeline
21-09-2025
Fashion-Enter Ltd (FEL), and its sister brands: FashionCapital, Fashion Technology Academy, FC Designer Workspace / Collective and Leicester Made, is a leading social enterprise committed to ethical garment manufacturing, fashion education and industry support. Working closely with government bodies, councils, brands, and community groups, FEL designs and delivers impactful training programmes, production services, and policy advocacy. Through this collaborative approach, the organisation creates real opportunities, drives systemic change, and raises awareness across the fashion industry—empowering individuals from all backgrounds to access meaningful careers and contribute to a more sustainable and transparent fashion future.
(FTA Haringey)
Chronological Timeline of FEL Programmes & Partnerships
2015
- Fashion Technology Academy (FTA), London
Launched in 2015 as the UK’s first government-supported apparel manufacturing training academy, the FTA offers accredited qualifications from Level 1–5 and apprenticeships in partnership with Tesco, ASOS, and others. Read more
2018
- AGM PPP (Apparel and General Merchandise Public/Private Protocol)
Since 2018, FEL has contributed to this government–industry protocol aimed at eliminating labour exploitation in UK garment production. Read more
2019
- Tailoring Academy, Haringey
Opened with £1 million investment to deliver heritage and sustainable tailoring skills. Read more
(FC Designer Workspace, Durham Road, Finsbury Park)
2020
- N17 Creative Callings
A GLA-funded initiative supporting creative talent in Tottenham CEZ area through skills, mentoring, and business development. Read more - FC Designer Workspace & FC Designer Collective
Opened in Finsbury Park, Durham Road and Fonthill Road, this dual initiative provides affordable studio space, retail access, and training for emerging designers and the community. Read more
(FTA Leicester – Learners certificate presentation)
2022
- Welsh Factory, Newtown
FEL’s first Welsh site promotes ethical manufacturing and regional job creation. Read more - Leicester Fashion Technology Academy & Fashion Hub
Started in 2022 and expanded under UKSPF, offering training and compliance support. Read more - Leicester Made
A collaborative drive to re-establish Leicester as a centre of ethical garment manufacturing. Read more - Modern Artisan Programme with King’s Foundation
Hosted an annual technical residency with Yoox Net-A-Porter and the King’s Foundation. Read more
(Style3D demo at FTA Haringey)
2023
- Postcode Innovation Trust Funding
FEL received £250,000 to drive sustainable practices and upgrade facilities. Read more - TikTok Creators Workshop
Introduced young creatives to design and content creation. Read more - Graduate Fashion Foundation x TikTok Residency
A hands-on training residency for emerging designers. Read more - Fashion Roundtable
FEL CEO Jenny Holloway joined the board to advocate for policy reform. Read more - UK–Nigeria Circular Fashion Global Innovation Network
FEL joined this initiative promoting sustainable collaboration between the UK and Nigeria. Read more - Commonwealth Parliamentary Association UK
FEL hosted MPs and contributed to modern slavery legislation resources. Read more - Maeknit Centre of Excellence
A knitwear training and production centre using Shima Seiki tech. Read more - Style3D – Styleverse Innovation Centre
UK’s first immersive 3D fashion development hub launched with Style3D. Read more - United Repair Centre (URC) London
Collaboration with Patagonia to train and employ disadvantaged people in garment repair. Read more - Novelle Yarn Programme, Wales
Reinventing Welsh wool and recycled textiles for sustainable innovation. Read more - Fashion Impact Fund – 2023–2024
Provided free Level 2 courses to underrepresented communities. Read more
(Hope-FX #1 Product launch celebration at FC Designer Collective shop attended by MPs)
2024
- Hope-FX
A mental health-focused creative programme for at-risk youth. Read more - Arsenal x Adidas – No More Red Campaign
Two-day workshop offering fashion skills to young people to combat youth violence. Read more - Creative Catalyst Fund – Circle8 Project
Innovation project to recommercialise deadstock under the “6Rs” model. Read more
(Leicester Made trade show – May 2025)
2025
- Hope-FX – Cohort 2
Continued delivery of the mental health support programme launched in 2024. Read more - Leicester Made – Trade Show (May 2025)
Over 1,000 attendees gathered for the inaugural Leicester Made trade event. Read more - Bearing Gifts
Launched in June 2025 at HMP Leicester, this rehabilitation programme teaches prisoners to create handcrafted teddy bears from textile waste. Read more
Many of these initiatives are ongoing and the FEL team look forward to further involvement to remain at the forefront—creating inclusive pathways, driving innovation, and championing positive change across the UK and beyond.
