Supply Chain & Sourcing

AAFA galvanizes the industry to build upon strong supply chain and sourcing commitments – including the highest ethical and responsible standards – so that members, consumers, workers, and the environment will thrive.

Tools & Resources

FEATURED

CSR Guidance: Global Industry Glossary of Traceability Terms

This glossary helps establish a common reference point for terminology used across the apparel, footwear, and accessories industry as supply chain transparency and traceability become increasingly important across stakeholders and regulators.

CSR Guidance: Global Industry Glossary of Traceability Terms

This glossary helps establish a common reference point for terminology used across the apparel, footwear, and accessories industry as supply chain transparency and traceability become increasingly important across stakeholders and regulators.

CSR Guidance: AAFA_WRAP Guidance on Responsible Sourcing in Conflict Zones

A joint publication of AAFA and WRAP, this open-industry tool offers guidance on the key factors buyers should consider when evaluating sourcing in conflict zones.

CSR Guidance: AAFA_WRAP Guidelines for Responsible Sourcing in Tariff-Impacted Supply Chains

A joint publication of AAFA and WRAP, this document offers guidance on the key factors buyers should evaluate when considering production shifts due to changing tariff levels.

Tariffs by State

These one pagers provide a quick analysis of tariffs paid on U.S. imports from across the globe, state by state, in 2024.

CSR Guidance: AAFA Heat Stress Toolkit

This industry toolkit to protect workers from heat stress is designed to be practical, accessible, and grounded in operational reality. It is not an audit protocol.

CSR Guidance: Commitment to Responsible Recruitment

Learn about (and take part in) this collaborative industry effort to address potential forced labor risks for migrant workers in the global supply chain.

Events

Product Safety & Compliance Conference. February 2-3, 2027, Long Beach, CA.
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Oct. 5, 2026 11:00 AM

Brand Protection Council Monthly Call

Join us for monthly Brand Protection Council calls to discuss the latest brand protection, counterfeit, and intellectual property rights issues.

Members Only

TOPICS: Brand Protection, Supply Chain, Trade

TYPE: Committee

LOCATION: Conference Call

10/5/2026 11:00:00 AM

Oct. 7, 2026 04:00 PM

AAFA Board of Directors Meeting Fall 2026

The Fall Board of Directors meeting will take place at New Balance Headquarters in Boston, MA on October 7-8, 2026.

Members Only

TOPICS: Brand Protection, Supply Chain, Trade

TYPE: In-Person Event

LOCATION: Boston, MA

10/7/2026 4:00:00 PM

Oct. 13, 2026 03:00 PM

Trade and Customs Committee Monthly Call

Review the issues of the day and discuss Committee plans over the coming months.

Members Only

TOPICS: Supply Chain, Trade

TYPE: Committee

LOCATION: Conference Call

10/13/2026 3:00:00 PM

Oct. 14, 2026 02:00 PM

Product Safety Council Monthly Call

Please join the monthly AAFA Product Safety Council calls to discuss the latest product safety and chemical management issues facing the industry.

Members Only

TOPICS: Supply Chain

TYPE: Committee

LOCATION: Conference Call

10/14/2026 2:00:00 PM

Oct. 19, 2026 11:00 AM

Brands General Counsels Committee Monthly Call

Please join us to discuss the issues impacting the industry as well as learn about breaking issues that could impact your company from AAFA staff.

Members Only

TOPICS: Supply Chain, Trade

TYPE: Committee

LOCATION: Conference Call

10/19/2026 11:00:00 AM

Oct. 20, 2026 08:30 AM

Vietnam: Apparel & Footwear Compliance Conference

AAFA returns to Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam!

TOPICS: Supply Chain, Supply Chain

TYPE: In-Person Event

LOCATION: Ho Chi Minh City

10/20/2026 8:30:00 AM

CSR Partnership with WRAP

Meet AAFA’s official Corporate Social Responsibility Partner, Worldwide Responsible Accredited Production (WRAP)! Here you’ll access the tools and research reports we’ve developed in partnership to provide AAFA members with actionable guidance to move beyond compliance in their global supply chains.

News

FEATURED

Sep. 18, 2026

AAFA Continues Challenge Against SB-707 PRO Selection Despite Injunction Denial

A statement from AAFA President and CEO, Steve Lamar.

Sep. 23, 2026

AAFA Signs Letter to USTR on Section 301 Vessel Fees

AAFA joined a letter to USTR urging extension of the current suspension of the Section 301 vessel fees.

Sep. 18, 2026

AAFA Continues Challenge Against SB-707 PRO Selection Despite Injunction Denial

A statement from AAFA President and CEO, Steve Lamar.

Sep. 16, 2026

AAFA Launches Heat Stress Toolkit to Protect Workers from Extreme Temperatures

The AAFA Heat Stress Toolkit is an open industry resource for widespread efforts to protect workers.

Webinars

H T M Lgrid Tiles

Oct. 14, 2026 02:00 PM

Webinar: Traceability as a Management System

Explore the fundamentals of scalable traceability and due diligence programs, from governance to risk management.

TOPICS: Supply Chain

TYPE: Webinar

LOCATION: Online

10/14/2026 2:00:00 PM

Nov. 16, 2026 02:00 PM

Webinar: The State of Bangladesh: Sourcing Times Report Insights

An executive debrief on how Bangladesh is evolving as a strategic apparel sourcing region, exploring its challenges, resilience and innovation.

TOPICS: Supply Chain, Supply Chain

TYPE: Webinar

LOCATION: Online

11/16/2026 2:00:00 PM

Nov. 18, 2026 02:00 PM

Webinar: Preparing for EUFLR: Supply Chain Evidence & Intelligence

Learn how brands can strengthen supply chain evidence, improve supply chain intelligence and prepare for evolving regulatory expectations.

TOPICS: Supply Chain, Supply Chain

TYPE: Webinar

LOCATION: Online

11/18/2026 2:00:00 PM

Dec. 2, 2026 02:00 PM

Webinar: The Label Is the Link: RFID, DPP, and the Connected Product

From source to shopper, one label can route inventory, prove compliance, and connect with your customer. ITL, GS1 US and RADAR, show how it works.

TOPICS: Supply Chain

TYPE: Webinar

LOCATION: Online

12/2/2026 2:00:00 PM

Learning Center

AAFA offers its recorded events, webinars, and lunch and learn programs on-demand for your convenience. Covering a range of innovative concepts and successful business practices, these recordings provide intelligence and action items to help your business succeed.

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