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Department of Labor Issues New Independent Contractor Rule
The DOL has released a final rule that distinguishes gig and contract workers from employees.
Tale of Union-Busting Highlights Labor Challenges in Bangladesh
As workers in the country seek to formally organize, local manufacturers have been known to resort to…
Retail Crime Takes a Toll on Employees’ Psyches
Forthcoming data shows retail employees are more likely to remain at their jobs if they feel their health and…
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Migrants Fleeing Myanmar Walk Tough Road Across the Border
As the world marks International Migrants Day, many are lamenting untenable working conditions and unjust…
Workers’ Rights Restored at Mexican Denim Factory Accused of Union Interference
The USTR and the Mexican government announced the successful resolution of a labor dispute petition filed in…
Is Your Brand Paying Its Share to Reduce Bangladesh Workers’ Wage Despair?
Brand managers involved in overseeing purchasing and ethical operations have a choice.
Gender Discrimination in Fashion Supply Chains: What Should Companies Report?
An absence of data regarding wage disparities and women in management positions at factories could soon be…
Did the ‘Great Resignation’ Spawn ‘Hot Labor Summer’?
Workers across industries like retail, logistics and entertainment are fighting for better wages and working…
If Fashion Wants Sustainable Supply Chains, Here’s the One Thing it Should do
Brands and retailer must fix the power balance that dominates the buyer-supplier "relationship."
Why Textile Exchange is Taking Another Crack at Human Rights Criteria
Human rights will be taking on a "more robust" position in the next version of the industry group's Preferred…
What Causes Garment Workers to Quit Their Jobs?
When workers' primary interests aren't on the ballot, they vote with their feet.
Defending Democracy: A New Approach for Apparel Industry Supply Chains
New policies are needed to incentivize how U.S. corporations engage with trade unions and NGOs across the…
Boohoo Execs Will Have to Hustle on ESG to Earn Their Bonuses
Member of Parliament Philip Dunne applauded Boohoo's ability to "scrap" entire executive bonuses if ESG…
Why Aren’t We Making Progress on Labor Conditions?
Cornell researchers identify several factors hampering real change in worker conditions and burdening garment…
Myanmar Union Official: Factories Using Covid as Excuse to Cull Ranks
The situation for garment workers has always been poor, but leverage has deteriorated even further amid the…