Combating Forced and Child Labor of Refugees in Global Supply Chains: The Role of Responsible Sourcing

Combating Forced and Child Labor of Refugees in Global Supply Chains: The Role of Responsible Sourcing

Verité and the Tent Partnership for Refugees’ new report “Combating Forced and Child Labor of Refugees in Global Supply Chains: The Role of Responsible Sourcing” offers guidance that can help companies hire and incorporate refugees into their supply chains and advocate for their rights as a proactive strategy towards combating forced labor.

New Project to Support Enhanced Tracing of Goods Made with Child and Forced Labor

New Project to Support Enhanced Tracing of Goods Made with Child and Forced Labor

Verité is pleased to announce the launch of an exciting new initiative to support the enhanced tracing of goods made with child and forced labor. The STREAMS project (Supply Chain Tracing and Engagement Methodologies) will be implemented by Verité in collaboration with organizations that include Phylagen, RCS Global, the Responsible Sourcing Network and Sourcemap.

Companies Called to Support Waste Pickers, a Global Essential Workforce at Risk

Companies Called to Support Waste Pickers, a Global Essential Workforce at Risk

Workers who handle waste and recyclables support the health of our communities, economies, and the environment at the expense of their own health and wellbeing. On a daily basis, they may be exposed to hazardous materials, such as household cleaners, pesticides, and medical waste. The COVID-19 pandemic only heightens these health risks, particularly to informal waste pickers who collect the recyclable materials that we throw in the trash.