The Hidden Conflict in Congo: A Fashion Designer’s Call for Human Rights & Sustainable Emerging Tech | Christian Okutu

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Did you know that over 60% of the world's cobalt - essential for batteries in Smartphones, Tablets, and even Electric Vehicles - is sourced from the Crisis & War-ridden mines of the Democratic Republic of the Congo? Today, we're honoured to welcome on Christian Okutu - Founder of OKURU, a pioneering brand that fuses Congolese and Japanese fashion elements. The trailblazing designer is using fashion as a platform to address critical issues like Ethical Fashion, Sustainability, and Human Rights Equality. His mission is not only to creating stunning attire; but to also ignite a global conversation on the responsibilities of the fashion industry in conflict zones. In this episode, we uncover: - The real impact of Technology & Fashion on DRC - The journey of OKURU and its mission for sustainable fashion - How Emerging Technologies are reshaping the Fashion landscape - Insights into the deeper workings of life (Sacred Geometry, Colour Theory etc) Don’t miss out on this movement for change! - - - 👍 Like this video if you enjoyed it, it helps us reach more people! 💬 Comment what topics you want us to explore 😮 📲 Subscribe so you never miss an episode! - - - Connect with Christian/Okuru Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/okuru.ldn LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/okuru-ltd Website: https://okuruldn.com - - - 📱 Catch us on all socials @rocketpodmedia About Rocket Pod Rocket Pod: How Visionaries Forge Their Dreams into Reality. Compelling stories deconstructing how growth-minded individuals achieve the destinies they choose. Rocket Pod has been created to engage visionaries about their life journeys and uncover true-life experiences deconstructing how these individuals get from an idea and transition it into reality. Through our series, Rocket Pod will deliver a refreshed perspective on life and provide tools and knowledge through quality audio to positively impact others' lives. Growth-minded guests will share their stories with listeners and help them take the next step to achieve greatness in whatever they put their minds to. ⁠https://www.rocketpod.uk⁠ - - - The Rocket Pod Team James Cuss - Co-Founder & Co-Host Zander Dobson - Co-Host & Creative Director Kiran Suppiah - Editor Recorded at Quaker Street Space https://quakerstreet.co.uk/

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