Singapore Fashion Council (SFC) is proud to present the third iteration of the IMPACT (Inspiring Movement for Positive and Conscious Transformation) Award, celebrating regional businesses and projects that drive sustainability in fashion. This award recognises innovative practices, environmental stewardship, and social responsibility aimed at inspiring and promoting circular initiatives. It honours long-term sustainability progress and impactful contributions to environmental and social change across the fashion ecosystem.
Award winners will be invited to the Be The Change Summit 2026 which will be held on 1 & 2 October 2026 at the Capitol Theatre.
WHO CAN APPLY OR BE NOMINATED
- Organisation or Project must be based in Singapore/ Southeast Asia
- Focus area of Apparel, Accessories, or Lifestyle
- Successfully implemented at least 1 sustainability strategy, which resulted in positive change and impacts (environmental and/ or social) along the value chain such as, but not limited to:
- Logistics
- Materials
- Retail
- Manufacturing
- Pre & Post Waste
- Certification
WHAT TO SUBMIT
- The name of your initiative/ solution
- Company/ Organisation Name
- The link to your website or any online resources
- Write up (100 words or less) to summarise your initiative/ solution
- A link to supporting documentation using a file-sharing platform (e.g. Google Drive, Dropbox, WeTransfer) and ensure access permissions are open.
- Contact details of Primary and Secondary Points of Contact
- A video presentation (up to 3 minutes) or a write-up (up to 400 words) detailing the solution’s impact and how the solution contributes to one or more of the following:
a. Impact – Results in positive environmental or social benefits
b. Leadership – Shows strong values and inclusive practices
c. Integration – Sustainability is integrated into the business/operations
d. Innovation – Uses new ideas or collaborates in unique ways
e. Communication – Clarity and transparency when communicating sustainability efforts
Nominators are required to provide:
1. Name of the organisation or project you are nominating
2. Website or social media link (if available)
3. A short write-up (up to 200 words) on why you believe they deserve to be recognised, focusing on their sustainability impact
4. Your contact details so we may follow up if needed
5. The nominee’s contact details so they can be informed if the nomination is successful
Nominate a company, organization, or project you believe deserves to be recognised: IMPACT Award 2026 Nomination Form (Nomination form)
APPLICATION TIMELINE
Open call ends 23 Aug at 23:59 (SGT). Kindly complete your application in English.
This works in 2 stages
STAGE 1: OPEN CALL [18 June – 23 August 2026]
Once you have submitted your application, it will be considered an official application for the 2026 award year, and you will receive a notification from Singapore Fashion Council.
STAGE 2: FINALIST SELECTION
Your application and virtual pitch will be subject to review by a panel of judges.
– 31 August: Finalists Announcement (Top 3 per category)
– 31 August to 14 September: Judges’ Review
STAGE 3: WINNERS ANNOUNCEMENT
– 1 October: Award Presentation at Be The Change Summit 2026
Note to all applicants:
Please ensure your availability on the following dates if you are selected as a finalist:
– 10 September: All finalists must attend a virtual pitch session to be eligible for selection.
– 1 October: All Winners of IMPACT Award 2026 will be invited to attend the Be The Change Summit 2026 which will be held on 1 & 2 October 2026 at the Capitol Theatre.
Terms & Conditions:
- Applicant needs to be based in Singapore or Southeast Asia
- Applicant must be in focus area of apparel, accessories or lifestyle sectors
- Applicant must have successfully implemented at least 1 impactful sustainable strategy.
- Applicant must not be an immediate family member of any of IMPACT Award’s judge.
- SFC IMPACT Award allows individual, organisation or projects entries.
- SFC IMPACT Award recipients have a responsibility to promote and engage in SFC’s initiatives to further raise awareness of fashion sustainability.
- By participating in this application, you allow SFC to use your personal data, including photos/videos of you during the shortlisting process of SFC IMPACT Award, in our promotional and marketing materials.
- By applying for SFC IMPACT Award, you agree to SFC’s privacy policy.
- SFC reserves the right to withdraw and/or terminate any application without notice and reason.
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