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IMPACT serves over 2,000 creatives and business professionals of color and counting. Being a part of IMPACT means being a part of a community of people looking to expand their professional network, secure access to industry roles and opportunities, and take part in programming including mentorship and professional development services.

Explore the benefits and opportunities of being an enrolled IMPACT talent and how it can help you grow. We recommend signing up on the IMPACT Talent Directory powered by Creatively — more details below — as a first step to receive communications on opportunities for both work and professional development. The IMPACT program is expanding on a regular basis enhancing its program features and benefits, we look forward to you being a part of our community.

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“The impact talent directory provides us an opportunity to widen our pipeline and bring incredible, Black and Brown creatives and professionals into Gap Inc. As a company we believe that an inclusive and diverse workforce, which reflects our customer base, fuels a culture of creativity, drives innovation, and enhances business results. We’re excited to see and support programs that increase access points for diverse talent while also ensuring our industry builds towards long-term change.”

Tiffany McCoy – Director of Talent Acquisition, Gap

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Supporter Benefits

Become a Mentor

Take part in IMPACT’s Knowledge Exchange initiative aimed at connecting industry leaders with Black and Brown emerging talents for a 360-learning experience over a 12-week sprint. Mentors range from mid-career to senior and executive-level fashion professionals across creative and business disciplines.

Discover Talent for Opportunities

Growing your team or need support on a project? Identify and recruit talent for paid-placement across full-time jobs, internships, freelance gigs, and more on IMPACT’s Talent Directory, home to 2,000+ talents and counting. For more information on our talent directory and to request our info deck to learn more, email us at dei@cfda.com

Engage in Programming

Whether it’s storytelling, skill-sharing, or virtual office hours, IMPACT is regularly collaborating with companies and industry leaders to support programming at the intersection of community building, education, and networking.

Partner with IMPACT

Looking to amplify or expand your company’s current DEI initiatives? Partner with IMPACT for an opportunity to create unique experiences with a big impact for Black and Brown talents. Partnerships range from customized programming, to fundraising, and collaborative communications and storytelling.

Supporters

ALICE + OLIVIA – BILLY REID – BRAHMIN – ESTEE LAUDER COMPANIES – ET OCHS – FARFETCH – GAP, INC + BRANDS – GIGI BURRIS MILLINERY – GOOD AMERICAN – GREG LAUREN – HOPE FOR FLOWERS – J. CREW – K.MILELE – KENNETH COLE – KREWE – LAFAYETTE 148 – LAPOINTE – LOEFFLER RANDALL – MARA HOFFMAN – MICHELLE SMITH – NASO – NICOLE MILLER – PVH – RAG & BONE – RALPH LAUREN – SAKS OFF 5TH – SKIMS – SWEATY BETTY – TAPESTRY – THE GATHERY – TOM FORD INTERNATIONAL – TORY BURCH – VERONICA BEARD – VOX MEDIA – WWAKE

FAQ

Is there a cost for talents (creatives and business professionals) to join the CFDA IMPACT program?

No, there is no cost for talents to enroll in the program.

Is there a cost for brand supporters to join the CFDA IMPACT program?

Certain elements of the IMPACT program have enrollment costs, but not all of them. Visit the supporters page to learn more.

What types of talents (creatives and business professionals) can take part in IMPACT?

IMPACT serves those currently working in the fashion industry or those in a related-industry (beauty, editorial/media, etc.) looking to get more involved in fashion. A majority of the talents part of our IMPACT Talent Directory are in the creative services fields, e.g. apparel designers, graphic designers, writers, photographers, stylists, and more.

I am a creative and/or business professional looking to get involved and take part in the opportunities available, who can I speak with to learn more?

We are happy to help. Please contact dei@cfda.com.

I am a brand/business looking to get involved in supporting the IMPACT program via employment/internship opportunities, mentorship, professional development, and/or funding, who can I speak with to learn more?

We are happy to help. Please contact dei@cfda.com.

I am enrolled in the IMPACT Talent Directory, does this make me eligible for other CFDA programs and opportunities?

All IMPACT talent are part of the larger CFDA IMPACT program. We are always looking for designers and professionals to take part in upcoming programs and opportunities. All CFDA programs and opportunities are managed by their own teams and have unique qualifications and timelines. If there’s a specific area or program you’re interested in, please contact us to learn more

Does IMPACT provide consulting services on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI)?

No, the IMPACT program is a professional development program serving creatives and professionals of color through educational and networking services. To learn more about other DEI initiatives, please click here.

I am a CFDA Member and would like to learn more about IMPACT. Who can I contact for more information?

We are happy to help. Please contact dei@cfda.com.

I am a CFDA Member, does this mean I am automatically part of the IMPACT program?

No, all CFDA Members are encouraged to join as brand supporters. Please visit the brand supporters page to learn more.

I am a journalist/outlet looking to speak to someone about CFDA’s DEI initiatives and programs, who can I contact for more information?

We are happy to help. Please contact communications@cfda.com.

Got Questions?

Contact us at DEI@CFDA.com

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