Europe’s Sweatshops Presentation highlighting the wage gap in the garment and shoe industry in Central, East and South East Europe. There is a dramatic gap between the actual wages garment workers receive and the cost of living in Central, East and South East Europe. The implementation of labour laws is failing and having a detrimental impact on workers’ lives. Mehr Details
The Intersections of Environmental and Social Impacts of the Garment Industry This discussion paper was raised in consultation with members and partners in the Clean Clothes Campaign network. The paper presents and contextualises known environmental impacts and impacts on climate changes and the intersections with labour rights, human rights, and social issues in the of the global garment sector. Mehr Details
A look into the future of sustainable textile purchasing Through sustainable procurement management, companies can set their course for future viability. The fact sheet provides an overview of future-oriented innovations, such as new fibers, modern circular economy or the digital tracking of textile supply chains. Mehr Details
Challenges and solutions in the clothing industry Whether as protective clothing, bedding or merchandise items: Textiles are indispensable in many industries. It is well known that these are often produced under conditions that exploit people and the environment. Last but not least, the increasing interest of the public in aspects of sustainability is driving more and more companies to commit to socially and environmentally friendly production. The joint project #Fair Wear Works by GNF and FEMNET aims to raise the awareness of managers, employees and apprentices in companies about the social and ecological relevance of responsible textile purchasing. The factsheet shows social and environmental challenges in the textile and clothing industry and also offers solutions for them. Mehr Details
Exclusive: Fast fashion giant Inditex wants to be sustainable. But is it? In recent years, fast fashion brands like Zara have promised to produce and sell clothes in a more sustainable way for both the planet and the people who make their clothes. But this reporting found that those promises are at risk, due to some of Zara's — and its parent company Inditex's — business tactics. Mehr Details
