This briefing paper from Cividep India explores the role of Business Responsibility and Sustainability Reporting (BRSR) in supporting fair wages, improved working conditions, and corporate accountability in India’s garment industry.
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A report exploring the overlooked impact of COVID-19 on adolescent girls in low-income households. Delving into the lives of daughters of Bengaluru’s garment workers, this study reveals how the pandemic intensified mental health challenges, disrupted education, and exacerbated socio-economic and gender inequalities.
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Explore the significance of non-judicial grievance mechanisms for India’s garment industry workers, highlighting Multi-Stakeholder Initiatives (MSIs) as key players. Discover the potential of these mechanisms to foster lasting relationships, resolve conflicts, and bridge gaps in weak labor laws. Delve into research findings that unveil obstacles like worker awareness and accessibility, accompanied by actionable recommendations for enhanced effectiveness. This insightful overview emphasizes the role of MSIs in strengthening corporate due diligence and improving worker conditions through meaningful grievance processes.
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Uncover the health vulnerabilities of women garment workers in Bangalore’s garment industry in this new report. It emphasizes occupational health and safety concerns and the need for improved healthcare access
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STITCH consortium aims to improve working conditions of garment workers. Cividep is part of this global consortium of labour rights organisations, unions and others.
Sustainable Textile Initiative: Together for Change or STITCH aims to create space for workers to organise, improve brands’ purchasing practices and influence governments to create better policies.