Amsterdam
Jun 23, 2025
Jun 26, 2025

ZDHC Convention Week 2025

A Decade of Transformation in Textile & Footwear Sustainability

For the past 10 years, we’ve been at the forefront of sustainable chemical management, revolutionising the textile and footwear industries. From launching the groundbreaking ZDHC Manufacturing Restricted Substances List (MRSL) to shaping our bold Impact 2030 strategy, we’ve driven real change through data-driven insights, industry-wide collaboration, and measurable impact.

As we celebrate this milestone, we’re not just reflecting on our progress—we’re setting the stage for the next wave of sustainable innovation. Join us as we continue to push boundaries, strengthen partnerships, and shape the future of responsible manufacturing.

Details

We invite you for a Week of Engagement & Collaboration

Each day of our anniversary week is designed to foster meaningful dialogue, inspire action, and reinforce our shared commitment to sustainability.

Monday – Sector Meetings: Signatories & Friends

  • We begin the week by connecting with our core community—industry leaders, partners, and signatories. These sessions celebrate a decade of progress and set the foundation for the conversations ahead.

Tuesday – Cross-Sector Collaboration

  • Expanding the conversation, we bring together partners from across industries to spark fresh ideas and strengthen our global network. True progress happens when we collaborate beyond our immediate sectors.

Wednesday – Impact Day & Gala

  • A defining moment of the week, Impact Day celebrates the tangible progress we’ve made over the years. In the evening, our Gala honours the changemakers who have driven this transformation while setting the stage for future breakthroughs.

Thursday – Sector & Technical Meetings

  • We close the week with deep-dive technical sessions, refining strategies and accelerating innovation. These discussions turn vision into action, ensuring that our next steps are as impactful as our last decade.