Abstract:
This article analyzes if, in the relationship between the production network with artisans in the context of the textile chain of the company Catarina Mina, there is a promotion of the well-being and generation of qualitative change in the community of the local artisans from the encouragement and support to the manual work. The results indicate that, although the project has some innovation, it cannot be included in the concept of social innovation, because it has a strong dependence on the manager, does not fully meet the necessary requirements, and does not yet promote empowerment and community transformation.
Key words:
social innovations; fashion productive chain; artisan