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Celebrating 25 Years of Ethical Manufacturing: WRAP’s Silver Jubilee
In a world where ethical sourcing and social responsibility are more critical than ever, Worldwide Responsible Accredited Production (WRAP) stands as a beacon of integrity and progress.
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 […]
WRAP Expands Global Reach with Strategic MoU in Taiwan’s Bicycle Industry
On November 6, a landmark moment unfolded in Taiwan as Worldwide Responsible Accredited Production (WRAP) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Taiwan Bicycle Association (TBA) and the Bicycling Alliance for Sustainability (BAS). A Shared Commitment to Ethical and Sustainable Manufacturing The MoU reflects a shared vision among the three parties to promote safe, […]
WRAP and TEDD announce partnership streamlining human rights due diligence in apparel and textiles manufacturing
(Monday, January 24, 2022) In the face of evolving human rights legislation and increasing calls for responsible business practices from consumers, stakeholders, and the investor community, all organizations stand to benefit from strategic due diligence focusing on environmental issues and governance. Coupled with a growing global demand for transparency in manufacturing and sourcing, these cultural […]
Apparel industry labor issues in supply chains
Avedis Seferian, WRAP’s President and CEO, joined the American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) to discuss labor issues in supply chains and the apparel industry at large.
The intersection of social compliance audits and CTPAT minimum security requirements
Avedis Seferian, WRAP’s President & CEO, participated in the United States Fashion Industry Association’s (USFIA) Virtual Washington Trade Symposium. Avedis spoke on The Intersection of Social Compliance Audits and CTPAT Minimum Security Requirements.
How to ensure compliance while juggling quality, speed to market, and cost
Avedis Seferian, WRAP’s President & CEO, took part in PI Apparel’s Quality and Compliance event. Avedis moderated a panel titled “How Do We Ensure Compliance While Juggling Quality, Speed to Market, and Cost?”
Policies to identify and eliminate forced labor in supply chains
Avedis Seferian, WRAP’s President & CEO, joins AAFA’s Senior Vice President, Policy, Nate Herman to discuss new guidance designed to help AAFA members establish and implement policies to identify and eliminate any form of forced labor in their supply chain.
WRAP named USFIA’s 2021 Corporate Social Responsibility Sponsor
Worldwide Responsible Accredited Production (WRAP) will be the United States Fashion Industry Association’s (USFIA) 2021 Corporate Social Responsibility Sponsor. WRAP and USFIA look forward to expanding their collaboration. USFIA President Julia Hughes says “One of the most important values for USFIA and our members is Corporate Social Responsibility. It is very exciting to collaborate with […]
Expanding due diligence requirements
Avedis Seferian, WRAP’s President & CEO, spoke at the virtual edition of the Apparel Textile Sourcing (ATS) trade show. In his remarks, Avedis examined how under increasing regulatory and public scrutiny, responsible sourcing due diligence expectations are expanding beyond just social compliance to cover a wide range of additional issues, including supply chain security.
Sewn products sector and new developments in the social audit space
Avedis discusses the value of WRAP to the sewn products sector, and new developments in the social audit space.
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR): the current state of play and a look down the road
In a presentation delivered in conjunction with the Canadian Apparel Federation (CAF), Avedis Seferian, WRAP’s President and CEO, and Mark Jaeger, WRAP’s Vice President, Stakeholder Engagement, addressed social compliance in global supply chains, with a focus on the growing intersection of human rights and trade. The session addressed current risks, options, and tradeoffs involved, with […]
Corporate Social Responsibility
Avedis Seferian, WRAP’s President & CEO, and Mark Jaeger, WRAP’s Vice President, Stakeholder Engagement, addressed social compliance in global supply chains, with a focus on the growing intersection of human rights and trade during a webinar produced in partnership with the Canadian Apparel Federation (CAF).
