Of Interest: The World Wool Forum Webinar – 19th of October

Shepard and sheep amongst forest at I Casali Del Pino, Rome, Italy - for the World Wool Forum Webinar

The World Wool Forum will bring together international leaders from the design, fashion, interior, and textile fields, as well as farmers, thinkers, and innovators who are doing inspiring work. This live online session will forecast the future of wool fibres, while preserving sheep husbandry, animal welfare and craft heritage.

When: Sunday, the 19th of October, 14:00 – 19:00 Rome CET (13:00 – 18:00 Irish Time).

The first part of the forum will focus on ‘Identity and Place,’ and the second will explore ‘Farm and Future.’ Friend of Feltmakers Ireland, Blátnaid Gallagher, founder of the Galway Wool Co-op, is scheduled to speak about wool during the latter section.

For more information on the schedule and speakers, and to sign up for this free webinar, visit the Forum’s website – https://www.worldhopeforum.com/world-wool-forum

Their Instagram – @worldhopeforum

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Of Interest: World Wool Forum – Rome – the 4th of October

The World Wool Forum is a gathering hosted by Li Edelkoort, Isabella Rossellini, and Ilaria Venturini Fendi, in partnership with Philip Fimmano, the World Hope Forum, and international industry supporters. The Forum unites global leaders from design, fashion, interiors, and textiles alongside farmers, innovators, and creative thinkers driving meaningful change for a more sustainable wool future.

This one-day conference serves as a platform for dialogue, collaboration, and vision-building, exploring the future of wool while safeguarding sheep farming traditions, animal welfare, and the rich heritage of craftsmanship.

Blátnaid Gallagher, founder of the Galway Wool Co-op, is one of the speakers.

When: The 4th of October, 2025

Where: Casali del Pino, Rome, Italy.

For more information, visit their website – https://www.edelkoort.us/webinars-events/the-world-wool-forum-oct4

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Feltmakers Ireland aims to share information about awards, education, events, exhibitions, and opportunities that you will find interesting. Our sharing is neither paid for by nor an endorsement of these individuals or organisations.

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