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.

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Textile Recycling and Responsible Business Conduct: The Role of Social Compliance

WRAP insights about the increase in textile recycling, extended producer responsibility laws, and application of social compliance programs to the textile recycling industry.

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AAFA 行业聊天:您应该如何看待审计

并非所有审计都一样。了解如果正确执行,审计是确保负责任的供应链实践的重要尽职调查工具。

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AAFA 越南采购行业对话

AAFA’s Senior Vice President of Policy and WRAP’s President & CEO discuss sourcing in Vietnam and recap the AAFA’s Social Responsibility Workshops held in Cambodia and India.

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审计疲劳的兴衰

Learn about the global impact of audit fatigue in this op-ed from WRAP’s President & CEO, Avedis Seferian

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Audit Fatigue: New Approaches to a Chronic Problem

WRAP’s President and CEO discusses the history of audit fatigue in manufacturing facilities and best practices for devising practical solutions.

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How many social audits are enough?

Explore findings from WRAP’s survey of hundreds of manufacturers around the world about social compliance audits conducted in their facilities.