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Better Cotton and Search For Justice Join Forces to Combat Child Labor
Better Cotton and Search For Justice unite with strong support to enhance child welfare, striving to eradicate child labor in cotton farming communities via an 18-month initiative backed by the Better Cotton Growth & Innovation Fund's Knowledge Partner fund.
|August 14th, 2023|5:24 PM
The Clean Clothes Campaign Calls out Brands to Join the Pakistan Accord
The Clean Clothes Campaign urges fashion brands to sign the Pakistan Accord for workplace safety in the textile industry after the 11th anniversary of the Ali Enterprises factory fire that killed 250 workers.
|September 13th, 2023|3:38 PM
Sustainability Standards News
Fair Wear and GoodWeave Team up to Fight Child and Forced Labor
Fair Wear Foundation and GoodWeave International join forces to combat child and forced labor in hidden supply chain corners, their expertise gaining significance with impending EU human rights legislation.
|August 23rd, 2023|12:37 PM
Ralph Lauren Canada Comes Under Fire for Alleged Forced Labor
Ralph Lauren is under investigation for potential involvement in forced labor within its supply chain, linked to Chinese entities suspected of using Uyghur forced labor.
|August 24th, 2023|12:03 PM
How Soko Empowers Impoverished Artisans Through Fashion
Soko uses a mobile-based supply chain to give artisans in Kenya access to the fashion world.
|July 19th, 2022|12:22 PM
Lawmakers Investigate Adidas and Nike Over Forced Labor Allegations
Sportswear brands Adidas and Nike, along with Chinese retail giants Shein and Temu, have been challenged by US politicians about the possible use of forced labor in their supply chains.
|May 16th, 2023|9:22 AM
Sustainability Governance
Biden Takes a Stand Against Forced Labour in China and Signs Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Law
The law bans imports from the Uyghur-majority Sinkiang Autonomous Region in northwest China.
|July 10th, 2022|5:16 PM
Sustainable Suppliers News
Outland Denim: Premium Jeans for People and the Planet
Championing ethical denim for both people and the planet, apparel brand Outland Denim was first established as a platform to advocate for dignified working conditions.
|September 6th, 2022|12:19 PM
Sustainable Suppliers News
Beauty Company The Body Shop Joins the Fight Against Plastic
Pioneer brand in ethical beauty, The Body Shop simultaneously empowers Indian women and tackles plastic waste with its global campaign.
|October 6th, 2022|2:10 PM
How B Corporation Status is Spreading Throughout Europe
The most recognized global standard that recognizes Purpose-Driven Companies, B Corp continues its growth and consolidation in Europe, with Spain being one of the countries with more than 160 companies.
|December 14th, 2022|11:50 AM