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Welcome to Indigenous Fashion Projects (IFP)
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander owned and governed, the IFP collaborates with Indigenous Australians working in textiles and fashion, with a range of development programs, mentoring opportunities and promotional events.
Brought to you by the Darwin Aboriginal Art Fair Foundation (DAAFF), home of the National Indigenous Fashion Awards (NIFA) and Country to Couture Runway.
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IFP News
DAAFF Yarns… with Ikuntji Artists
Feature Image | Eunice Napanangka Jack, Ikuntji Artists Studio, 2018, Photo by Dr Chrischona Schmidt, Courtesy Ikuntji Artists. DAAFF Yarns... with Ikuntji Artists Our DAAFF Yarns series continues as we chat with some of our community’s key players, giving insight...
Meet our Country to Couture 2020 Lineup…
We’re thrilled to introduce you to the amazing line-up for Country to Couture 2020 in Darwin, and 2021 in Melbourne. Covid-19 restrictions may have halted the annual event for 2020 this August, but the showcase of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander fashion and...
The purpose of Indigenous Fashion Projects is the organised support of the development of Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander textile and fashion practice and enterprise.
With a focus on the following:
- Cultural expression, advancement & protection
- Sustainable practice: environmental, social and financial
- Community engagement
- Collaboration
- Developing stronger businesses
- Good governance and Indigenous agency
Watch the NITV facebook broadcast of the 2021 National Indigenous Fashion Awards!