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Hugo Boss, Ralph Lauren and Diesel Face Major Forced Labor Claims

Hugo Boss, Ralph Lauren and Diesel Face Major Forced Labor Claims

Fashion companies including Hugo Boss, Ralph Lauren, Diesel, Walmart Canada, and GobiMin are under investigation by the Canadian watchdog CORE in response to complaints of potential forced labor.
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|August 31st, 2023|10:37 AM
Better Cotton and Search For Justice Join Forces to Combat Child Labor
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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.
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|August 14th, 2023|5:24 PM
The Clean Clothes Campaign Calls out Brands to Join the Pakistan Accord

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.
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|September 13th, 2023|3:38 PM
Fair Wear and GoodWeave Team up to Fight Child and Forced Labor
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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.
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|August 23rd, 2023|12:37 PM
Ralph Lau​​ren Canada Comes Under Fire for Alleged Forced Labor

Ralph Lau​​ren 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.
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|August 24th, 2023|12:03 PM
How Accompany is Creating a New Kind of Capitalism
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How Accompany is Creating a New Kind of Capitalism

By celebrating artisan handmade jewelry, Accompany intends to right the wrongs of the current methods used in the fashion industry.
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|July 21st, 2022|12:10 PM
How Soko Empowers Impoverished Artisans Through Fashion

How Soko Empowers Impoverished Artisans Through Fashion

Soko uses a mobile-based supply chain to give artisans in Kenya access to the fashion world.
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|July 19th, 2022|12:22 PM
Lawmakers Investigate Adidas and Nike Over Forced Labor Allegations

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.
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|May 16th, 2023|9:22 AM
Essential Certification Schemes Surrounding Sustainable Jewelry

Essential Certification Schemes Surrounding Sustainable Jewelry

Amidst the discussion of processes and materials in the fashion industry, key players turn their attention to the issues surrounding the manufacturing of ethical jewelry.
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|March 3rd, 2022|4:40 PM
KOMODO: Transforming the Fashion Supply Chain since 1988

KOMODO: Transforming the Fashion Supply Chain since 1988

Based in London, Komodo is a cutting-edge apparel brand committed to creating innovative and eco-friendly fashion by working closely with its partners in Kathmandu.
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|April 13th, 2022|4:09 PM
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