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For decades, unethical working conditions among apparel supply chains have been a challenge for brands\u2019 in their pursuit of corporate social responsibility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As consumers become increasingly conscious about how their goods are made, real-world issues like modern slavery conditions for workers and reputational risk for brands demand attention. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The goal of the Ethical Apparel Index (EAI) is to promote ethical production in global apparel supply chains by undertaking research that supports the development of a transparency mechanism – a system to reward stakeholders who uphold conscientious practices. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The EAI will serve as an objective indicator of fair labor standards and working conditions in apparel factories, and communicate those benchmarks to consumers and supply chain stakeholders. This website will provide an update on our work, and keep the public and our stakeholders informed of our progress.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Importance of Ethical Apparel\/Project Mission<\/h3>\n \n\n \n\t \t

This project\u2019s integration of research and education will define fair labor standards and highlight apparel brands committed to ethical production.<\/p>\n\t \t \n

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The Templeton World Charity Foundation funds innovative projects that push the boundaries of scientific knowledge and help people flourish. <\/p>\n\t \t \n

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Our team of thought leaders are experts in the global area supply chain industry. Their research will generate real-word solutions for ethical production.
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The project team meets regularly with an experienced board of advisors who are well versed in industry trends across the global marketplace.\u00a0
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