SEEDS OF HOPE MOVING FORWARD Event Report
Fashion Show Fundraising Event: March 9, 2018
Background: Embassy of Italy and AVSI Foundation organized a fundraising event which took place on March 9, 2018 at the residence of the Ambassador of Italy in Kampala. “Seeds of Hope: Moving Forward” follows the success of last year’s “Seeds and Threads”. This event aimed to explore opportunities that fashion can bring to Uganda. This year’s fundraising edition hosted more than 13 African designers from Madagascar, Congo, India and Uganda. Among them, three designers showcased children’s clothes. A group of talented local performers also graced the occasion. The event fundraised for the women of Meeting Point International, to help them invest in small viable businesses. Theme: “Seeds of Hope: Moving Forward” fundraising fashion show 2018. Purpose: • To provide visibility to young designers, and create a networking platform for them. • To fundraise for the women of Meeting Point International in support of their small businesses.