Is it a “sustainable” brand if it’s made in prison? Unfortunately this issue is more common than we may think. This class looks at the history of prison labor and colonialism connected to economic domination, the types of garments made in prison and the brands that (have) use(d) prison labor, including some “sustainable” one. What does prison abolition mean for the fashion industry?
Teju Adisa-Farrar
Teju is a Jamaican-American writer, poet and geographer. Her focus is on contemporary and historical Black geographies as they relate to the environment, urban ecologies and culture. Having lived in 7 different countries, Teju uses a transnational lens that is informed by history, art and activism. Her work supports developing alternatives, creating infrastructure for regenerative projects, and participating in co-creation. She advocates for and speaks about environmental and climate justice focusing on urban areas, communities of color, and postcolonial populations.
