A comprehensive overview of labor rights risks across global commodity supply chains, drawing lessons from field research in high-risk sectors.
This compilation brings together Verité’s research on labor and human rights issues across multiple global commodities, highlighting the common patterns of exploitation that link sectors from agriculture to manufacturing. It maps systemic drivers—such as recruitment debt, weak regulation, and corruption—that perpetuate forced labor and trafficking risks. Through cross-sector analysis, the report underscores the need for transparent supply chains, fair recruitment, and collaborative approaches between business, government, and civil society. It serves as a foundation for ethical sourcing strategies and due diligence frameworks to prevent labor abuses worldwide.
