The Garment League (TGL) is a nonprofit organization based in Phoenix, Arizona, dedicated to advancing fashion education, industry resources, and real-world workforce development for youth and adults. Founded by fashion industry veteran Tricee Thomas, TGL provides a dynamic platform for underrepresented creatives through hands-on training in garment construction, fashion design, illustration, modeling, technical design, and more.Through year-round programming—including after-school workshops, weekend intensives, and the Fashion Industry Youth Initiative (FIYI)—TGL empowers youth ages 8–17, primarily from underserved communities, to explore careers in fashion and creative entrepreneurship. For adults, TGL offers workforce-aligned certificate programs through Pattern Fashion Industry Trade School. TGL also produces high-profile events like Phoenix Swim Week, On Central Fashion & Art Weekend, and Phoenix Man, blending fashion with community engagement while using proceeds to support its educational mission. With partnerships spanning museums, schools, local government, and civic organizations, The Garment League continues to shape the future of fashion by building inclusive opportunities, celebrating creativity, and preparing the next generation for industry success.