Herizo Robin
Herizo Robin is a Madagascan social entrepreneur, designer and changemaker. After having lived several years in Paris and Montreal Canada he is now relocated and based in Lisbon Portugal. He founded ZOUZOUDAGO in 2017, an unconventional upcycling brand. « It's all about our ability to slow down through upcycling. » - Herizo. « In Madagascar we didn't wait for the concept of upcycling to apply it. We have always done with the means of the edge, it's called resourcefulness. It's part of our DNA. » - Herizo. Using holistic approach, the brand exemplify the intersection between Fashion, Nature and Biodiversity, and most importantly, shift the narrative of what a responsible brand is in a personal and unique way. Beside he's projects for positive impact, he founded DAGO a group of volunteers, a collective of artists, designers and researchers who aim to help Madagascar's Nature and Biodiversity Conservation through intersectional practices and resilience by creativity. « Imagination should be used, not to escape reality but to create it. » - Colin Wilson. « It also involves going back to our essential needs, to define what are the right needs of each one, and therefore what are the essential things to meet our real needs… » - Herizo. « Change will only happen if we all collaborate while keeping Nature in mind. » - Herizo. Systems change is not easy, but ZOUZOUDAGO has proven that it can be creative, fun and joyful!
• DAGO is a community weaving initiative of ZOUZOUDAGO and Fashion Revolution Global Network We explore the theme of 『regeneration』 in fashion We are a systemic and collaborative platform! We push the definition and narratives! We are inspired by the practices, wisdoms and heritage of Madagascar We are an Impact Community Network for Systems Change We envision, co-create, learn and grow together in an interconnected community network of designers based all around the world for research and innovation DAGO use a truly holistic approach. « Acting locally for a shared global goals! » With our innovative and playful methodology and unique curation, we deliver workshops and bring together people with diverse skills and expertise to tackle complex issues by partnering with projects using creative and imaginative strategies Our scope goes not only beyond circular products or soils regeneration… but further to practices that encompass to community-wise and economy for an overall participation and regenerative future! This involves critical thinking… and questioning innovations and technologies, knowing that they are never neutral… SAVE OUR SOILS! If you are a conscious creator, artist or innovative designer let's collaborate! instagram: @dago_collective
Country Coordinator at Fashion Revolution Madagascar • Establishment of a network of brands, NGOs and other organizations that support the change • Management of social media and content creation • Finding sponsors to support projects instagram: @fash_rev_madagascar
• ZOUZOUDAGO is a SELF EXPRESSION, Unconventional and inclusive upcycling fashion brand. We are imagining a new alternative WORLD! Our collaborative platform encompass ingenious ideas that initiate and provoke CHANGE! At ZOUZOUDAGO, we specialize in offering sustainable waste reduction solutions tailored for fashion companies and organizations. Our focus on upcycling and global collaboration drives environmental impact. By understanding our impacts and making real efforts, partnering with ZOUZOUDAGO and DAGO initiatives, together we can create meaningful changes! Let's embrace impactful proposals to tackle waste issues head-on and contribute to the collective effort! We communicate the idea of slowing down, but above all of changing the narrative of fashion through exploration, deepening and analyzing the intersection between Fashion, Nature and Biodiversity. Change will only happen if we ALL collaborate while keeping NATURE in mind! Systems change is not easy, but ZOUZOUDAGO has proven that it can be CREATIVE, FUN and JOYFUL! Worked with British Council UK and Fashion Revolution Open Studio. Published on 𝗖𝗢𝗘𝗩𝗔𝗟 Magazine, 𝒩𝒪𝒱𝐸𝑀𝐵𝐸𝑅 Global, BOUQUET, NOT JUST A LABEL… instagram: @zouzoudago
ROBIN ZOE MADAGASCAR company provides the best sourcing for ethical and organic fashion to worldwide labels and distributors, producing accessories (Handbags, hats) made from organic & natural materials like woven straw raffia sisal. We are Member of AGOA (Africa Growth Opportunities Act) resource center ARC/M and beneficiary of USAID East Africa Trade Investment Hub. Winner of the PROJECT UPSCAL of Origin Africa 2016. Published in ECO FASHION TALK, WWD, SOURCING JOURNAL... We have partnered with clothing production, raffia companies, cooperatives and economic empowerment of remote villages in Madagascar rigorously chosen and selected on the basis of the most ethical values. • In charge of sustainable artisanal handicrafts for Export • Responsible for the design presentation to potential clients during Trade Shows ~ NY NOW ~ SOURCING at MAGIC Las Vegas