By working relentlessly with policymakers and industry stakeholders, AAFA helps protect your brand’s global reputation, its intellectual property, as well as your workers and consumers.
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Jul. 22, 2020
AAFA and the Transnational Alliance to Combat Illicit Trade (TRACIT) issue report detailing the growing incidence of fraudulent advertising and counterfeits on popular social networking platforms.
Jul. 28, 2020
AAFA urged Congress to approve legislation that would extend the exclusions from punitive China tariffs for certain apparel, footwear, and travel goods.
Jun. 29, 2020
AAFA joined with 5 other associations to urge DLA to address technical PPE bid concerns
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Hazards like illegal chemicals in a product, missing safety mechanisms, and poor construction standards are good reasons to avoid counterfeit products. Access this checklist for making more informed decisions when shopping via online third-party mark
Access this joint report by the Transnational Alliance to Combat Illicit Trade (TRACIT) in coordination with AAFA, which explores the emerging risk of fraudulent advertising online and how to combat it.
For members who, despite their best efforts, have received a demand letter or a cease and desist letter, here are steps that should be taken in your defense.
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Mar. 10, 2021 02:00 PM
Join senior level executives in Washington, DC at the Executive Summit!
TOPICS: Supply Chain, Trade, Brand Protection
TYPE: In-Person Event
LOCATION: Washington, DC
Sep. 24, 2020 01:30 PM
The Board of Directors will meet virtually via Zoom
Members Only
TOPICS: Brand Protection, Supply Chain, Trade
TYPE: Committee
LOCATION: Online
Oct. 13, 2020 03:00 PM
Review the issues of the day and discuss Committee plans over the coming months.
LOCATION: Conference Call
Nov. 17, 2020 01:00 PM
The Committee discusses sustainability issues facing the industry and develops innovative solutions to meet those challenges.
Nov. 18, 2020 01:00 PM
The Committee discusses CSR issues and develops tools, policies, and best practices to help companies address those challenges.
Nov. 19, 2020 01:00 PM
Discuss pending trade and regulatory matters critical for the apparel and footwear industry.
Dec. 8, 2020 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. 8, 2020 02:00 PM
Join Corsearch to gain insight into how an old infringer is using new tricks, and what you need to know to watch out for them.
TOPICS: Brand Protection
TYPE: Webinar
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