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Aligning Speed with Responsibility: Insights from WRAP’s OECD Side Session on Supply Chain Accountability
Fashion supply chains have transformed dramatically over the last two decades. Production has accelerated, order volumes have shrunk, and global manufacturing has shifted toward networks of small, highly flexible factories. This evolution isn’t limited to fast-fashion giants or any single region—it’s visible on the UK high street, across Europe, and even within Italian luxury supply […]
WRAP, TEA Sign MoU to Advance Social Compliance and Expand Exports
WRAP is pleased to announce the signing of a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Tiruppur Exporters’ Association (TEA), India’s largest knitwear manufacturing hub. On January 12, 2026, Avedis Seferian, WRAP President and CEO, and K.M. Subramanian, President of TEA, signed an agreement to deepen collaborative efforts to advance social compliance and expand apparel export opportunities to the U.S. market. Key Areas of Collaboration Tiruppur holds a central position […]
WRAP, VESTEX Partner to Advance Social Responsibility in Guatemala’s Apparel and Textile Industry
WRAP is excited to announce a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with VESTEX, the leading trade association for Guatemala’s apparel and textile sector. The MoU was signed on November 20, 2025, in Guatemala City, with senior leaders for both organizations present. This strategic partnership underscores a shared commitment to competitiveness, sustainability, and social responsibility within […]
Aligning Speed with Responsibility: Insights from WRAP’s OECD Side Session on Supply Chain Accountability
Fashion supply chains have transformed dramatically over the last two decades. Production has accelerated, order volumes have shrunk, and global manufacturing has shifted toward networks of small, highly flexible factories. This evolution isn’t limited to fast-fashion giants or any single region—it’s visible on the UK high street, across Europe, and even within Italian luxury supply […]
Discrimination Divides. Inclusion Drives Success.
Workplace discrimination remains one of the most persistent barriers to ethical business conduct and sustainable development. At its core, discrimination refers to any distinction, exclusion, or preference based on race, color, sex, religion, political opinion, national extraction, or social origin that undermines equality of opportunity or treatment in employment. When discrimination takes root, it compromises […]
Rethinking Working Hours in Labor-Intensive Industries
High working hours in labor-intensive industries—particularly footwear and apparel—have been debated for decades and remain one of the most persistent challenges in responsible supply chain management. At the heart of this discussion is Principle 6: Hours of Work, a foundational component of WRAP’s 12 Principles, which collectively define WRAP’s approach to ethical, lawful, and humane […]
Introducing the New Weekly WRAP-Up: Clearer, Sharper, and More Connected
At WRAP, we know your time is valuable. That’s why we’ve reimagined our newsletter to make it easier to navigate, faster to read, and more relevant to the work you do. The new format of The Weekly WRAP-Up is designed to give you the most important updates at a glance, while still offering pathways to […]
The Evolution of Social Compliance and WRAP’s Role
The modern social compliance movement emerged from public scrutiny, worker advocacy, and growing demands for accountability in global supply chains. Over the past 25 years, it has evolved from reactive responses to high-profile scandals into a structured system of standards, legislation, and continuous improvement. Created as part of the industry’s early response to these challenges, […]
WRAP, TEA Sign MoU to Advance Social Compliance and Expand Exports
WRAP is pleased to announce the signing of a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Tiruppur Exporters’ Association (TEA), India’s largest knitwear manufacturing hub. On January 12, 2026, Avedis Seferian, WRAP President and CEO, and K.M. Subramanian, President of TEA, signed an agreement to deepen collaborative efforts to advance social compliance and expand apparel export opportunities to the U.S. market. Key Areas of Collaboration Tiruppur holds a central position […]
Customs Compliance: A Cornerstone of Global Trade
As the international supply chain adapts to an ever-changing geopolitical landscape, one priority remains constant: customs compliance. For importers and exporters, this is not just a box to check—it’s a critical safeguard against delays, fines, and even the seizure of goods. In a world where products often pass through multiple hands, cross oceans, and traverse […]
A Silver Jubilee – 25 Years at WRAP and Beyond!
For a quarter century, Worldwide Responsible Accredited Production (WRAP) has stood as a trusted leader in social compliance, championing safe, lawful, humane, and ethical manufacturing practices in the sewn products sector. Today, with over 30 representatives in key sourcing destinations around the world, more than 43,000 certificates issued, and over 180 million lives positively impacted […]
Empowering Worker Voice: Why Freedom of Association Matters
Workers thrive when their voices are heard. That’s why Freedom of Association and Collective Bargaining stand as a cornerstone of Worldwide Responsible Accredited Production (WRAP)’s 12 Principles. This fundamental right ensures that workers can organize, express concerns, and negotiate for better conditions—without fear of retaliation. When workers are empowered to speak openly, facilities operate more […]
WRAP, VESTEX Partner to Advance Social Responsibility in Guatemala’s Apparel and Textile Industry
WRAP is excited to announce a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with VESTEX, the leading trade association for Guatemala’s apparel and textile sector. The MoU was signed on November 20, 2025, in Guatemala City, with senior leaders for both organizations present. This strategic partnership underscores a shared commitment to competitiveness, sustainability, and social responsibility within […]
