2026 Circularity Framework · Phase II Active

Think Circular.
Innovate Regionally.
Impact Globally.

A nonprofit research think tank dismantling the linear textile economy and rebuilding it from the fiber up — across 8 South Asian nations.

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Regional Textile Waste

Annual leakage across the South Asian corridor

42.8Mtons / year

Recovery Target: 68%+34.2% YoY

Garment Workers

12M+

in network

Nations

South Asia

Active Hubs

142

operational

Phase

2024 → 2026

CoverageBangladeshIndiaSri LankaPakistanNepalBhutanAfghanistanMaldives

Headquarters

SKS Tower, VIP Road, Mohakhali, Dhaka -1212, Bangladesh

hello@sacin.net

Phone

+8801511813768

What We Do

Scope of Work.

Four operational pillars driving systemic change across the South Asian textile economy.

Vol. 2026 / 01 — Regional Matrix

01 / R&D

Research & Development

·Sustainable fiber innovations and recycling technologies in textiles
·Water and energy efficiency in manufacturing processes
·Circular fashion models and their viability in South Asia
·Supply chain transparency and traceability
·Periodic evaluation reports on circular economy practices
·Occupational health and safety improvements

02 / Policy

Policy Advocacy & Support

·Developing policy briefs
·Engaging with policymakers
·Promoting best practices in sustainability

03 / Network

Networking & Collaboration

·Government and institutional partnerships
·Business networking (regional, national, international)
·Civil society and NGO engagement
·Cross-border collaboration initiatives
·Facilitating dialogue among South Asian countries
·Promoting regional climate action frameworks

04 / Knowledge

Knowledge Dissemination

·Training and capacity building initiatives
·Publication of magazines and journals
·Annual conferences, seminars and workshops

About SACIN

A pioneering think tank for circular transformation.

The South Asian Circular Innovation Network (SACIN) is dedicated to driving sustainable innovation and practices within South Asia's textile and garment industry. By focusing on a holistic agenda that emphasizes the interconnectedness of People, Planet, Profit, Politics, and Partnerships, SACIN aims to transform the region's textile sector into a model of sustainability and circular economy.

Our initiatives are designed to influence policy, promote sustainable practices, and foster collaborations that will positively impact workers, communities, and the environment.

SACIN's work aligns closely with several UN Sustainable Development Goals — particularly SDG 12, SDG 13, and SDG 17.

Framework

The 5 Ps Agenda

Five interconnected pillars guiding our holistic approach to circular transformation. Drag the top card to shuffle through them.

PeoplePlanetProfitPolicyPartnership

01 · People

People

Impact on workers and communities across the South Asian textile sector.

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02 · Planet

Planet

Environmental sustainability strategies for a regenerative industry.

03 · Profit

Profit

Economic benefits of circular and sustainable practices.

04 · Policy

Policy

Policy engagement and influence at national and regional levels.

05 · Partnership

Partnership

Collaborative approaches for mutual, cross-border benefits.

Alignment Index

SDG Goals × SACIN

UN Sustainable Development

Through our focused efforts in the textile and garment industry, we contribute to the achievement of these global objectives within the South Asian context.

SDG 12

Responsible Consumption & Production

SDG 13

Climate Action

SDG 17

Partnerships for the Goals

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