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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.
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.
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"
How Soko Empowers Impoverished Artisans Through Fashion
Soko uses a mobile-based supply chain to give artisans in Kenya access to the fashion world.
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.
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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Better Cotton Revises its Certification Criteria in Response to Greenwashing Concerns
Better Cotton raises its standards by revising its principles and criteria that farmers must meet to certify their cotton, after having completed its latest eighteen-month review in February.
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.
Pioneering Africa's Cotton Revolution: A Collaborative Initiative Tackling Farming Challenges Head-On
The primary objective of the Innovations Club is to drive practical and impactful solutions toward revitalizing African smallholder farming ecosystems, as Cotton Made in Africa and the African Cotton Foundation unite for a sustainable future.