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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 […]
CCL and WRAP Sign MoU to Promote Responsible Manufacturing in Peru’s Apparel and Textile Sector
The Lima Chamber of Commerce (CCL) and Worldwide Responsible Accredited Production (WRAP) are pleased to announce the signing of a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) that formalizes a shared commitment to advancing responsible business practices, improving competitiveness, and expanding global market access for Peruvian apparel and textile companies. CCL is a leading trade association representing […]
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 […]
AAFA and WRAP Release Updated Guidance on Eradicating Forced Labor
AAFA and WRAP have released updated guidance to provide AAFA members with best practices and resources to clarify: 1.) What forced labor is, along with the laws and policies of the United States and other countries regarding forced labor;2.) Where forced labor can enter the supply chain;3.) How to supplement existing codes of conduct or, […]
Compensation and Benefits: Building a Dignified Life for Garment Workers
“Everyone who works has the right to just favorable remuneration ensuring for himself and for his family an existence worthy of human dignity.” –Universal Declaration of Human Rights, Art. 23 Sec. 3 Proper pay is a fundamental way to acknowledge an employee’s hard work and dedication, fostering a sense of value and encouraging them to […]
Why Supply Chain Security Matters More Than Ever
In today’s global landscape, supply chain security is becoming increasingly complex due to multifaceted threats that span across physical infrastructure, cybersecurity, information security, and the personal safety of conveyance systems for manufacturers and exporters of apparel, textile, and footwear products. Physical security threats are easy to spot. Break-ins, tampering, and cargo theft can cause huge […]
WRAP and ESCP Announce Strategic Partnership
WRAP is proud to announce our partnership with the Ethical Supply Chain Program (ESCP). The collaboration aims to enhance ethical practices in production facilities around the globe.Through this partnership we will work closely together to support suppliers in improving labor standards, ensuring a safe and fair working environment for all employees. WRAP’s expert team will […]
AAFA and WRAP Discuss Newly Published Guidance on Responsible Sourcing Amid Tariff Volatility
AAFA Senior Vice President of Policy, Nate Herman sat down with WRAP President & CEO, Avedis Seferian to highlight the latest industry resource the organizations have jointly published, “Guidelines for Responsible Sourcing in Tariff-Impacted Supply Chains.” This document is designed to help companies assess potential impacts on suppliers, workers, and production timelines as they are […]
AAFA and WRAP Release New Guidance on Ethical Sourcing Amid Tariff Volatility
AAFA and WRAP have issued updated guidance to help companies navigate responsible sourcing during a time of shifting U.S. trade policies and rising global instability. The publication emphasizes maintaining ethical standards despite tariff-driven supply chain disruptions and encourages businesses to assess the human and operational impacts of abrupt sourcing changes. The framework aims to help […]
Unravelling Forced Labor: The Hidden Threads in the Global Supply Chain
Forced labor is a global issue affecting an estimated 50 million people currently living in modern slavery. It occurs when individuals are compelled to work against their will through force, fraud, or coercion. The International Labour Organization (ILO) defines forced labor as “all involuntary work or service exacted under the menace of a penalty and […]
Trading schoolbooks for sewing machines: Why Ending Child Labor Is Non-Negotiable
Every child deserves a childhood. Yet across the world, far too many are forced to trade schoolbooks for sewing machines and playgrounds for production floors. As we observe World Day Against Child Labor on June 12, it’s a powerful reminder of why Principle 3: Prohibition of Child Labor stands as a cornerstone of Worldwide Responsible […]
Successful trade starts with compliance
In May, we recognize World Trade Month as a time to celebrate the importance of international trade for economic growth, job creation, and strengthening global economies. And compliance with social responsibility is an indispensable component in successful global trade. Regulations now mandate specific behavior to protect human rights, due diligence, and transparency in global supply […]
You can’t put a price tag on health and safety in the workplace
The cost of neglecting health and safety goes beyond financial impact. WRAP’s 12 Principles include guidelines for effective health and safety practices.
