ABOUT THIS IS ICON CREATIVE CIC
About This Is Icon Creative CIC
This Is Icon Creative CIC was established to remove barriers to entry into the creative industries and to support emerging, underrepresented and community-based talent.
We design and deliver accessible creative programmes, showcase opportunities and industry education that help individuals build confidence, develop professional skills and access real pathways into creative careers.
A core part of our work focuses on creating accessible pathways into professional showcase environments, helping creatives gain real industry exposure in safe, structured and educational settings.
We also support responsible creative practice, encouraging sustainability awareness and environmentally conscious production approaches within the creative industries.
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Our Mission
To create meaningful, accessible opportunities that allow people from all backgrounds to explore, develop and progress within the creative industries, including gaining experience within professional runway and live showcase environments, while promoting responsible and sustainable creative practice.
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What We Do
Inclusive Runway & Showcase Development
We support emerging designers and music artists to showcase their talent within professional runway and live performance environments, including opportunities connected to on-schedule London Fashion Week showcase environments.
Through funded development and showcase programmes, participants gain real-world experience presenting their work within professional industry settings, alongside other professional showcase and live creative platforms.
Where possible, we encourage responsible production practices, local talent sourcing and environmentally conscious creative approaches.
This may include:
• Supported showcase and runway participation opportunities
• Pre-show training and preparation workshops
• Confidence and performance coaching
• Professional behaviour and industry readiness training
• Behind-the-scenes creative role exposure
Creative Education & Industry Training
We deliver workshops, masterclasses and industry-led learning experiences designed to build real-world creative skills and industry understanding.
Including:
• Catwalk and performance skills
• Professional standards and industry expectations
• Creative career pathways
• Personal confidence and presentation
• Sustainability awareness within creative industries
Community Creative Programmes
We work with communities, education providers and local partners to deliver creative engagement programmes that support participation, confidence building and creative skill development.
We encourage environmentally responsible approaches within creative work and production environments where appropriate.
Industry Access & Pathways
We help connect emerging creatives with industry professionals, real experiences and development opportunities that support long-term progression within the creative industries.
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Accessibility & Funded Opportunities
Our funded programmes allow us to offer free or subsidised opportunities to support individuals who may otherwise face barriers to entering the creative industries, including access to showcase and runway development opportunities.
Through grants, partnerships and community funding, we are able to expand access to creative education and professional development opportunities.
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Who We Support
• Emerging creatives
• Young people exploring creative careers
• Underrepresented and underserved communities
• Individuals facing financial or access barriers
• Community groups and local creative talent
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Legal & Transparency
This Is Icon Creative CIC is a registered Community Interest Company operating alongside This Is Icon Limited.
The two organisations collaborate where appropriate while remaining legally and financially separate.
All grants, donations and public funding awarded to This Is Icon Creative CIC are held and managed within the CIC and are used exclusively to support community and social impact activity, in line with Community Interest Company regulations.
Community Interest Company
Creating access, opportunity and inclusive pathways into the fashion, creative and performance industries.
This Is Icon Creative CIC operates alongside This Is Icon Limited and exists to deliver funded community programmes, education and inclusive creative opportunities, including access to professional showcase and runway environments.
We are committed to supporting inclusive, accessible and environmentally responsible creative development.
LONDON FASHION WEEK
London Fashion Week showcases over 250 designers to a global audience of influential media and retailers. It is one of the 'Big Four' fashion weeks, along with New York, Milan, and Paris. London Fashion Week presents collections from over 250 designers to an international audience through hosting catwalk shows, designer showrooms, and static presentations.
This Is ICON – Sustainability & Responsibility Mission Statement
At This Is ICON, we believe that fashion, music, and entertainment can be powerful forces for change. Our mission is to deliver world-class runway and media experiences that inspire creativity while driving sustainability and social good.
Our sustainability promise focuses on three core goals:
1. Sustainable Production
We are committed to reducing the environmental impact of our London Fashion Week events through responsible material use, low-waste production, sustainable fashion partnerships, and eco-conscious venue management.
2. Ethical Collaboration
We champion designers, performers, and brands who share our commitment to sustainability and social responsibility. Every ICON event highlights individuals and organisations using their platforms for good — aligning with Albert’s principles and the Diamond framework for inclusion.
3. Legacy of Change
Our long-term goal is to become a fully Albert-accredited and Diamond-recognised creative platform, embedding sustainability into every stage of planning, production, and storytelling.
By combining creativity with conscience, This Is ICON stands at the forefront of a movement where fashion meets future — proving that style and sustainability can shine together.