Events

Our events bring together industry leaders and experts to have courageous conversations, to network with like-minded organizations and to share best practices and innovative solutions to drive sustainability.

Cascale (formerly Sustainable Apparel Coalition, or SAC) events span our flagship members-only Annual Meeting, Cascale Forums, and more.

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Annual Meeting 2026

 September 15-17
 Athens & Online

Join us in Athens, September 15–17, 2026, for the 15th edition of Cascale’s hybrid flagship Annual Meeting — our premier member‑exclusive event where brands, retailers, manufacturers, and affiliates come together to shape strategy and drive impact at scale. Through collective action, future‑proofing with standardized tools and data, such as the Higg Index, and amplifying diverse voices, this event will showcase how unified action creates tangible and sustainable business value for all.

Highlights of Our Events

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    Hundreds of attendees, drawing from 300+ member base
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    Global appeal, rotating key events across production hubs in Europe, Asia, the Americas and more
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    Leading expertise across topics including climate action, nature-positive supply chains and decent work
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    Latest technology innovations and guidance to Higg Index suite of tools and other supplier programs

Cascale Annual Meeting

Whether you are a manufacturer, brand, retailer, academic, NGO, government official, or service provider, the Cascale Annual Meeting provides a platform for unparalleled collaborationinsights, and innovation. Held annually, this event serves as a cornerstone for our members to connect, share best practices, and explore solutions to industry-wide challenges.

Past Annual Meetings

2025

A Movement for All
Hong Kong

2024

A New Era of Unified Impact
Munich, Germany

2023

Evolution for Impact
Boston, USA

2022

Collective Action on Common Ground
Singapore

Upcoming Events

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Annual Meeting 2026

 September 15-17
 Athens & Online
 @ 9:00 am - 6:00 pm (EEST)

Join us in Athens, September 15–17, 2026, for the 15th edition of Cascale’s hybrid flagship Annual Meeting — our premier member‑exclusive event where brands, retailers, manufacturers, and affiliates come together to shape strategy and drive impact at scale. Through collective action, future‑proofing with standardized tools and data, such as the Higg Index, and amplifying diverse voices, this event will showcase how unified action creates tangible and sustainable business value for all.

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Cascale Forum: Colombo

 March 17-18

Join us on March 17-18, 2027! Join 500+ manufacturers, suppliers, brands, and industry partners for two days of learning, capability building, and collaboration at the Cascale Forum: Colombo — the region’s leading platform for Higg Index knowledge and advancing practical sustainability solutions for textile and apparel.

  • Member-Only
  • Virtual
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Cascale Virtual Members' Meeting (AMER/EMEA)

 July 22
 Online
 @ 5:00 pm - 5:45 pm (CEST)

Join us for a 45-minute session hosted by Cascale’s Governance & Nomination Committee focused on member voice and governance participation. Eligible Voting Members will hear from Board Directors, participate in the 2026 Board of Directors election, and vote on proposed Bylaws amendments.

  • Member-Only
  • Virtual
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Cascale Virtual Members' Meeting (EMEA/APAC)

 July 22
 Online
 @ 9:30 am - 10:15 am (CEST)

Join us for a 45-minute session hosted by Cascale’s Governance & Nomination Committee focused on member voice and governance participation. Eligible Voting Members will hear from Board Directors, participate in the 2026 Board of Directors election, and vote on proposed Bylaws amendments.

  • Member-Only
  • Virtual
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EU Policy Briefing for Cascale Members

 July 20
 Online
 @ 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm (CEST)

EU sustainability policy continues to evolve across reporting, product requirements, circularity, human rights, and supply chain due diligence. Join Cascale, SLCP, and Policy Hub for a practical briefing on the developments members should be watching — and what to start preparing for.

  • Member-Only
  • Virtual
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Higg BRM Benchmark Member Meeting 

 July 15
 Online: 8 AM PDT / 11 AM EDT / 5 PM CEST
 @ 5:00 pm - 5:45 pm (CEST)

Join us for an interactive session exploring the latest enhancements to the Higg BRM Benchmark. We’ll dive into how members can leverage the Benchmark as a strategic tool to drive performance, identify opportunities, and support sustainability goals.

  • In-Person
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SLCP x Cascale U.S. Brand Meeting (Denver)

 July 07
 REI Denver Flagship Store | Denver, Colorado
 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm (MDT)

Join Cascale and the Social & Labor Convergence Program (SLCP) for an in-person U.S. Brand Meeting in Denver on July 7, 2026. This practical, full-day working session is designed not just to share updates, but to create space for peer exchange, facilitated discussion, and direct engagement with Cascale and SLCP.

How Can We Support Your Event?

Our global team members are available to attend, moderate, or present at your industry event.

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Event Galleries

Relive the experience: view highlights from past events.