Introduction The discussion paper examines how public disclosure of labor standards in global supply chains affects actual working conditions inside supplier factories. While previous research and activism have focused mainly on the accountability of lead firms, little is known about how transparency plays out on the ground and how local actors influence its effectiveness. Using …

Introduction This brief explores how recent tariff changes are affecting Bangladesh’s garment industry and highlights insights from Better Work Bangladesh’s rapid data collection efforts. The recent tariff shock underscores the importance of understanding how global developments translate into impacts at the factory level. In this context, Better Work Bangladesh (BWB) plays a vital role in …

Introduction This research note, jointly prepared by Cornell University’s Global Labor Institute (GLI) and the International Finance Corporation (IFC), with input from the International Labour Organization’s Better Work team, examines the impacts of heat stress and flooding on the apparel industry and its workforce. It explores how rising temperatures and extreme flooding—driven by climate change—are …