As the industry’s source for supply chain compliance, AAFA helps you stay ahead of sustainability and social responsibility matters, chemical management, transportation and logistics, and more.
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Oct. 05, 2017
AAFA joined several other organizations in commenting on the Uzbek government decision to recall university students and some health and education workers from forced labor in the cotton fields.
Oct. 20, 2017
Today, organizations representing America’s most recognized retail brands, suppliers and Main Street businesses, announced the launch of the U.S. Global Value Chain Coalition.
Oct. 17, 2017
AAFA sent a letter to Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen applauding this week’s announcement around steps towards more open and transparent processes to protect and respect worker rights in Cambodia. The letter also asks for further progress to resolve
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This RSL is intended to provide apparel and footwear companies with information related to regulations and laws that restrict or ban certain chemicals and substances in finished home textile, apparel, and footwear products around the world.
AAFA provides its members with a collection of ever-growing state-specific information and guidance.
A resource of frequently asked questions about labeling issues and requirements.
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Oct. 26, 2017 08:30 AM
Join AAFA in Hong Kong!
TOPICS: Supply Chain, Trade
TYPE: In-Person Event
LOCATION: Kowloon
Nov. 14, 2017 10:00 AM
On November 14, we will meet to discuss pending trade and commercial matters critical for the apparel and footwear industry.
Members Only
TOPICS: Brand Protection, Supply Chain, Trade
TYPE: Committee
LOCATION: Washington, DC
Nov. 29, 2017 10:00 AM
The Committee discusses sustainability issues facing the industry and develops innovative solutions to meet those challenges.
TOPICS: Supply Chain
LOCATION: New York, NY
Nov. 30, 2017 08:30 AM
The Committee discusses CSR issues and develops tools, policies, and best practices to help companies address those challenges.
Dec. 12, 2017
Review the issues of the day and discuss Committee plans over the coming months.
LOCATION: Conference Call
Dec. 14, 2017 03:00 PM
Jan. 16, 2018 03:00 PM
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Before the government implements changes to various compliance processes, agencies often solicit comments, offering industry opportunities to provide feedback on the impact of proposed rule or process changes. AAFA provides comments on behalf of the industry. We also encourage you to submit comments directly. Here is where we share the requests for comments by agency and by deadline.
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Oct. 25, 2017 02:00 PM
Join this webinar to hear findings from a 10-country consumer survey about sustainability issues.
TYPE: Webinar
LOCATION: Online
Nov. 2, 2017 02:00 PM
This webinar will share a few preliminary findings from a Commerce/BIS study related to footwear.
TOPICS: Trade, Supply Chain
Nov. 9, 2017 02:00 PM
This webinar will share how to implement risk management techniques throughout the product life cycle.
Nov. 14, 2017 11:00 AM
This webinar will provide a preview of Higg 3.0 and an overview of the updates related to general sustainability initiatives.
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