Spears Foundation
Spear is a youth employability charity working with young people aged 16–24 who are not in education, employment or training (NEET). Through intensive coaching and ongoing support, Spear helps participants overcome barriers, build confidence and develop the skills needed to
Making it in Textiles Conference
The Making It in Textiles Conference is an annual two‑day event in Bradford that introduces final‑year textile students to the realities of the UK textile industry. Through lectures, networking opportunities, and visits to working mills, students gain first‑hand insight into
BSc Textile Innovation & Sustainability
The University of Leeds launched the BSc Textile Innovation & Sustainability in September 2024 in response to the growing need for sustainable, technologically advanced and environmentally responsible textile development. The programme equips students with the scientific, technical and creative skills
Bridging the Skills Gap
The Framework Knitters’ introductory training courses are designed to ‘fill the gap’ between university education and the needs of the UK knitting industry. Through specialist training delivered in partnership with Shima Seiki and Stoll, the world leaders in flat‑bed knitting
Keeping Artisan Skills Alive
‘Keeping Artisan Skills Alive’ is an initiative supporting students on the BA Fashion course at the School of Art, Architecture and Design, London Metropolitan University. Through a programme of specialist workshops in leatherwork, corsetry, drapery and tailoring, the project ensures
Creative Careers Event
In a unique celebration of creativity and opportunity, Drapers’ Hall opened its doors to students from Drapers’ Academy, Monoux College, and Bancroft’s School for a memorable Creative Careers Evening. The event brought together a vibrant panel of professionals from across
School Governorships
Our community of members provide a broad range of professional skills which can be utilised by our schools. Members volunteer their time to act as school governors within our affiliated schools for a minimum of 3 years, with some serving
Careers in Law Workshop
A Journey Through the Legal SystemThe day began with students split between two historic and inspiring venues.At The Mayor’s and City of London Court, students were welcomed by His Honour Judge Dight CBE and Judge David Saunders, who shared their
The Drapers’ Den
Each year, we invite teams from four Drapers’ schools to compete in our very own version of Dragons’ Den. Each team is matched with a mentor from the Drapers’ Company and one from the Guild of Entrepreneurs with whom we
ARTiculation Discovery Day
Last year the Drapers' Company started taking part in ARTiculation, the Roche Court Educational Trust’s national and international public speaking initiative - a new venture for the Company in which its rich art collection was shared with young people.ARTiculation champions
