Module 6: Environmental and Ethical Considerations
IN THIS LESSON
Look beyond the fiber itself to understand the hands, systems, and ethics behind it.
Students will analyze fiber production from a social and ethical lens. This lesson includes discussions on animal welfare, indigenous rights, and labor conditions in fiber supply chains.
Activities
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The Fabric of Civilization: How Textiles Changed the World, Virginia Postrel
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Identify ethical considerations in the sourcing and production of fibers.
Explore how fair trade and certification systems affect fiber communities.
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What ethical considerations feel most important to you as a fiber artist?
How do you balance affordability, access, and ethics in sourcing materials?
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