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Sustainability Intelligence (SI): A Systemic Mindset Theory Transforming Global Denim Industry
Full text linkThis research paper introduces Sustainability Intelligence (SI) as a systemic mindset theory to transform the global denim industry by integrating sustainable practices. The research focuses specifically on the mindset elements of SI, particularly the SI Navigator (SIN) and Systemic Intelligence Synthesis (SIS), which guide professionals in navigating sustainability challenges. By addressing capacity building through systemic thinking and capability development via conscious cultivation, the SI mindset provides a comprehensive approach to embedding sustainability into the industry. This research explores how denim professionals can integrate systemic sustainability frameworks into their decision-making processes to achieve long-term organizational transformation. A qualitative methodology combines semi-structured interviews and focus group discussions with industry experts across the global denim supply chain. The data were thematically analyzed using the constant comparative method to identify recurring themes and patterns related to implementing the SI mindset. This paper contributes to the broader framework of Sustainability Intelligence by demonstrating the practical application of SI’s mindset elements, offering insights into how denim organizations can foster sustainable growth and navigate complex sustainability challenges within the global fashion system
Haptic Journey Through Circular Textiles Design Practices
Full text linkThis paper presents an analytical framework designed to explore the educational barriers hindering the transition towards sustainability in the textile and fashion industry. The approach is based on the analysis of the ongoing Sustentare Project, which focuses on circular design methodologies and adopts the Textile Strategy Approach. Through the analysis and discussion of this project, we argue that textiles play a significant role in shaping cultural, economic, and ecological regeneration.
Moreover, the established framework offers a more refined understanding of how design can drive sustainability transitions. It introduces additional analytical tools to circular design thinking, allowing for a deeper exploration of its methods and potential impact on change processes. By advancing the discourse on education and competence development, we aim to enhance the visibility and tangibility of both the challenges and opportunities in the transition to sustainability, making them more actionable at individual and organizational levels
A Word, a Book and a Shelter: Weaving Better Futures with Design Students
Full text linkThe last few years have been challenging and even paralyzing for young design students: in addition to facing a pandemic, they are now witnessing wars and an acute climate crisis. Working with the physicality of matter and crafts, as well as learning to think with Nature, may be a way to escape ideas of catastrophe (Castro, 2020) and to unblock creativity in order to imagine other futures.
This paper aims to reflect on a trilogy of pedagogical experiences developed with Communication Design BA students from Lusofona University, in collaboration with the artisan Manuel Ferreira, having the plant fiber bulrush [Schoenoplectus lacustris] and related crafts as a central motto.
It was concluded that these pedagogical actions, which involved crafts and the plant world, not only promoted mental health among students (namely through an embodied artistic experience) but also brought greater visibility to bulrush handicrafts, contributing to their livelihood and revitalization
Activism as a Marketing Strategy: Impacts and Challenges for Fashion Brands in LGBTQ+ Context
Full text linkIn recent years, fashion has played a central role in social activism, especially in defending the rights of the LGBTQ+ community. Fashion brands adopt inclusion and diversity strategies, reflecting a social commitment that resonates with consumers. This paper investigates fashion brands’ LGBTQ+ initiatives, exploring the underlying motivations and differentiating between genuine activism and opportunistic pinkwashing practices. The research reveals that activism can strengthen reputation and consumer loyalty, providing significant benefits when genuine. However, brands that embrace LGBTQ+ causes superficially risk losing credibility.
The paper also discusses corporate social responsibility (CSR) in fashion, highlighting the importance of consistent internal policies and sustainable practices to ensure the authenticity of campaigns. In addition, it explores the challenges brands face in conservative markets, where supporting LGBTQ+ causes can generate boycotts, and presents recommendations for effective and ethical strategies.
The study is based on a literature review and analysis of fashion campaigns. It presents a critical view of the impact of activism and suggests areas for future research. It concludes that the integration of values of inclusion and social justice is essential for brands to stand out in a positive and lasting way
Re-Inventing Portuguese Brands for Sustainability: The Case of the Luís Buchinho Brand
Full text linkThis research aims to demonstrate practices national fashion brands adopt for economic, environmental, and social sustainability. In the specific case of this research, we explored how the Luís Buchinho Brand positioned itself regarding the current topic of Sustainability and its importance for the Fashion and ITV sector in Portugal.
It is important to understand the strategies adopted, the methodology developed for the creative process, and the respective objectives behind this practice. Identifying the products developed, the results, and how these were received by the market and the brand's target audience is also a concern, to identify them as good practices in obtaining results for sustainability.
The initial approach of the Zero Waste concept, as well as the research of other examples of brands that have developed products under the same perspective, becomes of great importance for studying the relevance of this practice.
The research methodology focuses on mixed, non-interventionist methods by developing framing and interventionist bibliographical research through the practical study of the Luís Buchinho brand. The results reveal market acceptance as well as the implementation of a good practice that can be an example for other brands in a first approach to sustainability and the reduction of textile waste; on the other hand, it becomes a means for the brand itself to optimize the investment made in raw materials and give them new uses
AS MULHERES NAS NARRATIVAS DAS ORIGENS (Gn 1-11)
Full text linkEste artigo tem por objetivo mapear, analisar e comentar a presença feminina em seis passagens do bloco das narrativas das origens da Bíblia Hebraica: Gênesis 1, Gênesis 2, Gênesis 3, Gênesis 4, Gênesis 6-9 e Gênesis 11. Em cada uma dessas passagens, o estudo busca identificar e destacar elementos significativos que contribuem para a compreensão do papel e da representação das mulheres nos textos bíblicos. Ao explorar essas narrativas, o artigo visa proporcionar uma visão aprofundada e crítica sobre como a presença feminina é retratada e quais implicações isso pode ter para a interpretação teológica e histórica da Bíblia Hebraica
Análise Prática De Um Acórdão
Full text linkPractical Analysis of a RulingAnálisis Práctico de una SentenciaAnálise Prática De Um Acórdã
Mitos em Editoração Científica de Periódicos Jurídicos: A Experiência Brasileira
Full text linkAfter a brief look at the role of a scientific journal, this paper offers a review of the literature on scientific publishing in order to analyze six rarely debated issues regarding the submission guidelines of Brazilian law journals: 1) the use of the Qualis/CAPES concept to evaluate journals; 2) the requirement of a doctoral degree from the authors of submissions, 3) the possibility of only one doctor evaluating the work of another doctor; 4) the importance of special issues; 5) the prohibition on an editor publishing in his own journal and 6) the practice of publishing legal opinions in law journals. After the analysis, it was concluded that i) the use of the Qualis/CAPES concept as an indicator of journal quality was incorrect; ii) academic titles should not be required of authors who submit works; iii) peer review should prioritize knowledge rather than academic titles; iv) without the adoption of good parameters, special issues can lead to bad editorial practices and scientific misconduct; v) under certain conditions, it is possible for an editor to publish in his own journal and vi) given the high probability of a conflict of interest, the publication of legal opinions in law journals should be prohibited.Após uma breve incursão sobre o papel de um periódico científico, o presente trabalho oferece uma revisão da literatura sobre editoração científica para analisar seis questões pouco debatidas sobre as regras de publicação de periódicos jurídicos brasileiros: 1) o emprego do conceito Qualis/CAPES para avaliar periódicos; 2) a exigência de título de doutor dos autores de submissões; 3) a possibilidade de apenas um doutor avaliar a produção de outro doutor; 4) a valorização de dossiês temáticos; 5) a proibição de um editor publicar no próprio periódico e 6) a prática de publicar pareceres jurídicos em periódicos. Após a análise, conclui-se que i) o uso do conceito Qualis/CAPES como indicador de qualidade de periódicos foi incorreto; ii) não se deve exigir títulos acadêmicos dos autores que submetem produções; iii) a avaliação entre pares deve priorizar conhecimento em vez de títulos acadêmicos; iv) sem a adoção de bons parâmetros, dossiês temáticos podem incidir em más práticas editoriais e científicas; v)sob certas condições, é possível um editor publicar no próprio periódico e vi) ante a grande probabilidade de conflito de interesses, deve-se vetar a publicação de pareceres jurídicos em periódicos