This training is intended for professional development. The certificate obtained does not replace the MYK authorization certificate required for trainings where it is mandatory.

Through this training, participants will have the opportunity to learn about environmentally friendly production processes and sustainable uses of natural fibers. They will also gain the ability to make a difference in the textile and design sectors with awareness of natural materials.

Natural Fibers and Sustainable Textile Training Content

• What is a natural fiber?
  • Definition and classification of naturally derived fibers such as cotton, linen, wool, and hemp.
• Characteristics of plant-based and animal-based fibers
  • Analysis of technical properties such as fiber structure, durability, water absorption capacity, and breathability.
• Production processes of natural fibers
  • Production of natural fibers through agriculture, harvesting, spinning, and processing stages.
• Applications of natural fibers
  • Examples of natural fiber use in textiles, fashion, packaging, interior design, and healthcare sectors.
• Comparison of natural and synthetic fibers
  • Analysis in terms of environmental impact, sustainability, recycling, and lifespan.
• Sustainable textiles and natural fibers
  • Eco-labels, organic certifications, and environmentally friendly production standards.
• Traditional and innovative fiber technologies
  • Innovative approaches from hand-weaving to biofibers.
• Design applications with natural fibers
  • Hands-on training on fiber selection, natural dyeing methods, and craft projects.
• Entrepreneurship and career opportunities in the natural fiber sector
  • Business ideas focused on natural fibers, branding examples, and sector analysis.
• Workshops and practical examples
  • Hands-on activities enabling participants to gain experience with natural fibers.

The training is open to institutional cooperation (packages for organizations/companies as legal entities) and individual applications are not accepted. The content can be re-planned according to the profile and needs of institutional participants. After mutual agreements, the scope and method of the training (in-person or online) are determined and relevant processes completed. Upon agreement, suitable dates and times for your institution's participants, as well as the training location, are arranged.