Forum on Due Diligence in the Garment and Footwear Sector

Due diligence and supply chain transparency in the post-COVID world: fashion industry perspectives

Feb 22, 2022 | 8:00 PM - 8:45 PM

Side Sessions

Description

by U.S. Fashion Industry Association The session intends to facilitate constructive dialogue regarding the progress, challenges, and opportunities of improving due diligence and building a more transparent apparel supply chain in the Post-COVID world. The session will offer a unique opportunity to discuss: 1) fashion companies’ latest sourcing practices during COVID-19 and their impacts on due diligence; 2) fashion companies’ recent efforts in improving due diligence and supply chain transparency; 3) areas that can be improved to develop a more socially responsible and sustainable fashion supply chain in the post-COVID world. The session will be highly informative and relevant to all stakeholders alongside the fashion supply chain as well as civil society, international organizations, and policymakers. Recording of the session available.