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: Safe Factory Operations post COVID-19

This document provides guidance to factories on how to safely resume operations post COVID-19.

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.

Service Providers: Supplier Connection Hub

The Supplier Connection Hub houses pre-recorded Solution Sessions, case studies, white papers, and more as developed by AAFA supplier members.

CSR Guidance: Health & Safety in Denim Finishing

A robust set of guidelines to assist denim finishing facilities in providing a safe and healthy work environment that prevents accidents, injuries, and illnesses at their facilities.

CSR Guidance: Myanmar

In light of the February 1 coup in Myanmar (otherwise known as Burma), AAFA has published guidance for members sourcing from Myanmar. This resource is now available to the industry at large.

CSR Guidance: Safe Factory Operations post COVID-19

This document provides guidance to factories on how to safely resume operations post COVID-19.

Events

AAFA Product Safety and Compliance Seminar, February 14-15, 2024
H T M Lgrid Tiles

Oct. 4, 2023 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

10/4/2023 11:00:00 AM

Oct. 4, 2023 01:00 PM

Briefing: The New York Fashion Act

Join us for a Member-only briefing on the New York Fashion Act with Maxine Bedat and Ken Pucker.

Members Only

TOPICS: Supply Chain

TYPE: Committee

LOCATION: Online

10/4/2023 1:00:00 PM

Oct. 11, 2023 04:00 PM

AAFA Board of Directors Meeting Fall 2023

The Fall Board of Directors meeting will take place at lululemon headquarters in Vancouver, BC, Canada on October 11-12, 2023

Members Only

TOPICS: Brand Protection, Supply Chain, Trade

TYPE: In-Person Event

LOCATION: Vancouver, BC

10/11/2023 4:00:00 PM

Oct. 16, 2023 01:00 PM

Briefing: The Sourcing Environment in Myanmar

Member-only briefing to learn about the current sourcing environment in Myanmar, including the labor rights situation in the country.

Members Only

TOPICS: Supply Chain, Trade

TYPE: Committee

LOCATION: Online

10/16/2023 1:00:00 PM

Oct. 17, 2023 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

10/17/2023 2:00:00 PM

Oct. 17, 2023 03:00 PM

Trade Policy 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

10/17/2023 3:00:00 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

Aug. 23, 2023

Industry Groups Support California Climate Corporate Data Accountability Act

AAFA, CFDA, AC, and FMC praise CA legislation (SB 253) for aligning with groups’ THREADS Protocol

Sep. 25, 2023

AAFA Signs Letter on EU-US Trade Disputes

AAFA signed a joint letter to President Biden and President Ursula von der Leyen calling to permanently remove the retaliatory tariffs on products unrelated to the steel and aluminum and WTO Large Civil Aircraft disputes.

Sep. 22, 2023

AAFA Urges CBP to Keep Trade Flowing During Gov’t Shutdown

AAFA joined dozens of industry groups to urge U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to keep trade flowing during any possible government shutdown.

Sep. 14, 2023

AAFA Signs Final Draft Letter in Support of Sen. Grassley’s NDAA Provisions

AAFA joined with 14 other trade associations and companies, in a letter led by the IACC, regarding CBP authority to disclose vital enforcement information.

Webinars

H T M Lgrid Tiles

Oct. 5, 2023 02:00 PM

Webinar: Mastering Product Quality: Key Performance Indicators

Explore product safety & compliance through KPIs in responsible sourcing, traceability, & risk analysis.

TOPICS: Supply Chain

TYPE: Webinar

LOCATION: Online

10/5/2023 2:00:00 PM

Oct. 19, 2023 02:00 PM

Webinar: Validated Performance Claims for a Changing Climate

Consumers are scrutinizing product claims with more rigor. What features should be developed and how do you prove them?

TOPICS: Supply Chain

TYPE: Webinar

LOCATION: Online

10/19/2023 2:00:00 PM

Oct. 31, 2023 02:00 PM

Webinar: Audit Fatigue - New Approaches to a Chronic Problem

Join WRAP's President & CEO Avedis Seferian along with the AAFA's own Nate Herman as they address a chronic - and worsening - problem: audit fatigue.

Members Only

TOPICS: Supply Chain

TYPE: Webinar

LOCATION: Online

10/31/2023 2:00:00 PM

Nov. 16, 2023 02:00 PM

Webinar: Global Regulations & Market Dynamics on Sustainability

Discover significant changes coming on the global regulatory front for 2023.

TOPICS: Supply Chain

TYPE: Webinar

LOCATION: Online

11/16/2023 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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