Executive Summary

The Jamaica Shoe Making Institute (JSMI) is a newly established organization dedicated to the development of the local shoe industry. The institute's primary focus is on promoting the use of vegan leather in shoe production and other related products. The JSMI will achieve its goals by providing training, access to resources, and marketing support to shoe makers across the island.

Objectives

  • To promote the use of vegan leather in shoe production and other related products

  • To provide training and support to shoe makers to improve the quality of their products

  • To help shoe makers access resources such as equipment, raw materials, and financing

  • To facilitate the marketing and distribution of locally made shoes and related products

Services

The JSMI will provide the following services:

  • Training: The institute will offer training in shoe making, design, and the use of vegan leather. The training will be provided through workshops, seminars, and apprenticeships.

  • Access to resources: The institute will help shoe makers access resources such as equipment, raw materials, and financing. The institute will also provide a shared workspace where shoe makers can work together and collaborate on projects.

  • Marketing and distribution: The institute will help shoe makers market and distribute their products locally and internationally. The institute will create a brand for locally made shoes and related products and promote them through various channels.

Cooperative

The JSMI will establish a cooperative that focuses on the mass production of shoes and related products using vegan leather. The cooperative will be made up of 100 shoe makers from across the island. The cooperative will benefit from the training, resources, and marketing support provided by the institute. The cooperative will produce shoes for sports, schools, and workers across the island.

Vegan Leather Production

The JSMI will work with local farmers to source raw materials for vegan leather production. The institute will use ackee husk, mango skin, and other locally sourced materials to produce high-quality vegan leather. The vegan leather will be used in shoe production as well as other products such as bags, belts, and jackets.

Financing

The JSMI will seek financing from government grants, private investors, and international organizations that support sustainable development. The funds will be used to establish the cooperative, provide training, purchase equipment, and promote locally made shoes and related products.

Conclusion

The Jamaica Shoe Making Institute is dedicated to promoting the use of vegan leather in shoe production and other related products. The institute will provide training, access to resources, and marketing support to shoe makers across the island. The establishment of a cooperative will enable the mass production of shoes for sports, schools, and workers across the island. The institute's use of locally sourced materials will contribute to the growth of the local economy while promoting sustainable development.