What does ETDA mean in ASSOCIATIONS

The ETDA is a non-profit association based in Egypt, which promotes a sustainable textile industry for local businesses and workers. It provides members with technical expertise, business knowledge and resources to improve their operations, increase production quality and develop new products. The ETDA strives to ensure that all industry players benefit from fair trade practices and shared business success.

The ETDA offers a variety of services including market information, training workshops, grants, advocacy work, and other business development initiatives. The organization also helps small-scale producers find buyers for their textiles and supports international programs that promote sustainability in the industry.

As an ETDA member you will have access to resources such as information about global trends in textiles, training on best practices in management and operations of textile companies, connections to potential buyers, access to grants and financial support from donors, lobby representation in national governments for better business policies, exposure through media campaigns and more.

You can apply to be an ETDA member online via our website or complete our membership application form if you prefer the traditional route. Once we receive your application our team will review it and contact you with further instructions on how to become an official member of the association.

Yes! The ETDA offers grants to its members specifically dedicated to supporting small textile businesses or helping them grow their existing operations. In addition, we also provide individual grants for entrepreneurs starting up firms related to textiles or those looking to expand their current enterprises.

Depending on how many applications we receive at any given time it can take anywhere from 2-4 weeks for us to review your application and come back with a response about your membership status. If you haven't heard back from us after 4 weeks please follow up with us directly so we can get back on track!

There is no fee associated with becoming a member of the Egyptian Textile Development Association but depending on what kind of activities you'd like access too there may be associated charges such as attending events or workshops etc. We'll always make sure that any charges are kept at minimum levels so everyone can benefit from our services.

To become an official members of the association applicants must demonstrate they are involved in some type of activity related to textiles such as manufacturing textiles or running a store that sells textile goods etc., however we do not impose any restrictions relating age or gender identity etc.

Absolutely! We encourage both domestic and international companies/individuals who meet our criteria mentioned above to apply regardless of where they're based.

We do indeed offer additional support/advice outside regular services - simply reach out directly via phone or email so we can help identify what type additional help you may need.