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"Forced Labor" News Archive
Ethical Consumerism
Canada Investigates Nike for Alleged Use of Forced Uyghur Labor in China
Following a comprehensive evaluation of grievances raised by a coalition comprising 28 civil society organizations in June 2022, a series of investigations were initiated to address concerns surrounding the international activities of 13 Canadian companies.
Sustainable Supply Chains
H&M Takes Steps to Adjust Prices to Reflect Bangladesh's Minimum Wage Increase
H&M leads the fashion industry by adjusting prices to reflect Bangladesh's 56% minimum wage increase, signaling a commitment to fair compensation for garment workers and addressing concerns in the labor-intensive sector.
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.
Sustainability Governance
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.
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.
Sustainable Supply Chains
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.
Sustainability Governance
U.S. Commission Has Held a Hearing on the Implementation of UFLPA
The Congressional-Executive Commission on China has held a hearing on "Implementation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act & the Global Supply Chain Impact"
Sustainable Supply Chains
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.
Sustainable Supply Chains
Forced-Labor Watchdog Initiates Investigation into Guess Over Ties to Uyghur Forced Labor
Canada's corporate watchdog Meyerhoffer is investigating Guess over potential ties to Uyghur forced labor in China, citing concerns about the company's insufficient proof of having no supply links to Chinese firms using forced labor.
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Sustainable Supply Chains
What the Modern Slavery Act Means for Canadian Apparel Brands
Recently, the bill went through a third reading in the House of Commons in March, and once passed, it will be a step forward in the fight against modern slavery in the apparel industry and other sectors in Canada.
Sustainable Supply Chains
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.
Sustainability Standards News
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.