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: AAFA Guide to Protecting Workers from Heat Stress

Recommendations to mitigate and prevent excessive heat days and to protect workers.

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 Guide to Protecting Workers from Heat Stress

Recommendations to mitigate and prevent excessive heat days and to protect workers.

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.

THREADS Protocol

The THREADS Sustainability and Social Responsibility Protocol identifies core tenets that will enable policymakers to develop practical, workable, and effective regulatory proposals.

Events

Traceability & Sustainability Conference. July 8-9, Denver, CO.
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May 14, 2026 01:00 PM

Discussion: CA Packaging EPR and Source Reduction Planning

Join us for a member-only call to discuss the California packaging EPR program (SB 54) and the related source reduction requirements.

Members Only

TOPICS: Supply Chain

TYPE: Committee

LOCATION: Online

5/14/2026 1:00:00 PM

May 18, 2026 12:00 PM

AAFA Member-Only Call on Tariffs

Please join AAFA’s Policy Team for a weekly update on the state of the Trump tariffs.

Members Only

TOPICS: Supply Chain, Trade

TYPE: Committee

LOCATION: Online

5/18/2026 12:00:00 PM

May 19, 2026 10:00 AM

Implementing the AAFA Heat Guidance

Briefing on new AAFA Guide to Protecting Workers from Heat Stress.

TOPICS: Supply Chain, Trade

TYPE: Committee

LOCATION: Online

5/19/2026 10:00:00 AM

May 20, 2026 12:00 PM

AAFA Monthly Member-Only Shipping Roundtable

Learn and discuss the latest transportation and logistics issues affecting the industry.

Members Only

TOPICS: Supply Chain, Trade

TYPE: Committee

LOCATION: Online

5/20/2026 12:00:00 PM

May 20, 2026 02:00 PM

Environmental Committee Monthly Call

Please join us for monthly AAFA Environmental Committee calls to discuss the latest environmental sustainability issues facing the industry.

Members Only

TOPICS: Supply Chain

TYPE: Committee

LOCATION: Conference Call

5/20/2026 2:00:00 PM

May 21, 2026 12:00 PM

Social Responsibility Committee Bi-Weekly Call

Bi-Weekly AAFA Social Responsibility Committee call to discuss the latest CSR issues facing the industry.

Members Only

TOPICS: Supply Chain, Trade

TYPE: Committee

LOCATION: Conference Call

5/21/2026 12:00:00 PM

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

Jan. 15, 2026

AAFA Testifies on WA HB 1420

AAFA Testifies on Washington State's Textile EPR Bill.

May. 05, 2026

AAFA/FLA Urge Pakistan to Support ILO Better Work

AAFA and FLA urge Pakistan government to continue support for ILO Better Work Pakistan.

Apr. 28, 2026

AAFA Testifies at Section 301 Forced Labor Hearing

AAFA testifies, on behalf of the Forced Labor Working Group, at the USTR Section 301 Forced Labor Hearing.

Apr. 15, 2026

Comments on U.S. Section 301 Investigation on Forced Labor

AAFA-supported Forced Labor Working Group submits comments on Section 301 investigation on forced labor.

Webinars

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May 20, 2026 02:00 PM

Webinar: What’s Changing in ESG Compliance - 2026 and Beyond

Your snapshot of key ESG and sustainability rules impacting 2026, with practical guidance to get ready for 2027 and beyond.

TOPICS: Supply Chain

TYPE: Webinar

LOCATION: Online

5/20/2026 2:00:00 PM

May 27, 2026 02:00 PM

Webinar: Unlocking Value from Multi-Tier Traceability

New rules (UFLPA, EUDR, Digital Product Passport) demand end-to-end traceability—not just mapping—so brands must start now.

TOPICS: Supply Chain

TYPE: Webinar

LOCATION: Online

5/27/2026 2:00:00 PM

June 15, 2026 02:00 PM

Virtual Training: Sourcing Destinations Beyond the Top 5

An overview of social compliance in Pakistan, Indonesia, Egypt, Thailand, and Jordan.

Members Only

TOPICS: Supply Chain

TYPE: Webinar

LOCATION: Online

6/15/2026 2:00:00 PM

June 17, 2026 02:00 PM

Webinar: How Reliable Risk Intelligence Drives Forced Labor Detection

Learn how open-source intelligence can be turned into actionable forced labor risk insights that integrate seamlessly into your current workflows.

TOPICS: Supply Chain

TYPE: Webinar

LOCATION: Online

6/17/2026 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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