Our Purpose

Forward La Mode is an organization dedicated to providing students with education on reshaping the fashion industry at the intersection of legal ethics and environmental sustainability. Our purpose is to empower students to become eco-conscious consumers and inspire ethical fashion practices.

Focus

  • Sustainability

    Practice using natural resources to support the environment. Learn to recycle and upcycle your garments through workshops and informational meetings.

  • Ethical Consumption

    Learn about conscious purchase decisions based on ethical considerations regarding the social and environmental impact of products.

  • Fair Labor Practices

    Understand the importance of treating workers ethically through fair compensation and safe working conditions.

Events

Workshops:

Learn about the economical, social, and environmental impacts of improper garment disposal while engaging in hands-on activities.

Social Events:

Social Events: Create meaningful connections with members eager to transform the industry’s future and explore new technologies.

Networking Events:

Networking Events: Receive valuable information from professionals by participating in tours and interviews at fashion businesses, textile companies, and guest speaker series.

Founder’s Message

As a Fashion Design student, I gained knowledge on many unethical practices in the fashion industry, including unsustainable fabric waste and garment worker exploitation. I became devoted to designing eco-conscious garments that feature sustainable materials. Alongside my legal experience, my work in advocacy, legal research, and critical thinking has inspired me to raise awareness for legislation that supports circularity in fashion.

Driven to make change, I founded Forward La Mode, an organization that supports students through providing education and resources to practice fashion ethics. I believe that students should receive access to information that empowers them to make an impact.

The fashion industry needs change and Forward La Mode is proud to be a leading organization for this cause.

Meet the Team

  • Marissa Oceguera

    FOUNDER & PRESIDENT

  • Reyna Esquivel

    VICE PRESIDENT

  • De'Ja Wooley

    VICE PRESIDENT OF OUTREACH

  • Madisen Cruz

    DIGITAL MARKETING DIRECTOR

  • Samantha Oceguera

    DIRECTOR OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH

  • Bella Calderon

    DIRECTOR OF LEGAL RESEARCH