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Serena Williams Launches a Design Apprenticeship With Nike

Vogue

October 18, 2019

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Summary

Serena Williams has launched a new design apprenticeship called the Serena Design Crew in partnership with Nike, aimed at fostering creativity and diversity within the fashion and design industries. The program will allow 10 selected participants to work alongside Williams and Nike's designers for seven months in Oregon, creating a unique capsule collection.

Why this matters for apprenticeships

This initiative highlights the growing trend of integrating creative industries into registered apprenticeship programs, emphasizing the importance of diversity and innovation. By nurturing young talent, programs like this can significantly contribute to workforce development in design and fashion.

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