Community Engagement
and Empowerment

The Mhenase Touch Sustainable Workshop Series is a hands-on initiative designed to equip individuals with practical skills in garment construction, upcycling, and creative expression..

Through this initiative, over 24 participants were trained, gaining confidence and foundational skills to explore fashion as a tool for independence and self-development.

As part of the programme, participant contributions raised £201, which was donated to support children in need—transforming creativity into a direct act of impact.

Alongside her work in fashion, the brand explores mental health awareness through creative expression, developing a deeper understanding at the University of Law.

Dress Up a Human was introduced as a reflective practice—encouraging individuals to use clothing as a way to express emotions, identity, and internal experiences in a safe and creative way.

Through this approach, fashion becomes more than appearance—it becomes a quiet tool for easing stress, building confidence, and reconnecting with self.

Mhenase Touch contributed to costume design for Bŵci Be?!, a production by Opra Cymru, supporting a touring performance across multiple venues in Wales.

The project required translating character, narrative, and movement into garments—ensuring each piece functioned effectively within a live performance setting.

Through this work, the brand demonstrated the ability to extend fashion beyond the studio, using costume as a tool for storytelling, audience engagement, and cultural expression.

The brand contributed to costume design for Passion for Gorton, a community-led theatre production that brought together local stories, people, and performance.

The project focused on creating garments that reflected character and narrative while remaining accessible and meaningful within a community setting.

Through this work, the brand used fashion as a bridge between creativity and community—supporting storytelling, participation, and shared cultural expression.

At Mhenase Touch, empowerment is not just a concept—it is a practice lived out daily through mentorship and shared learning.

Amenawon works closely with young learners, guiding them through the creative process and helping them build confidence through hands-on experience in design and craftsmanship.

This commitment reflects a deeper belief: that when creativity is nurtured early, it can shape independence, purpose, and a lifelong connection to self-expression.