We worked to address human rights impacts through three essential areas of work as set out in our Theory of Change: facilitating an enabling environment, driving progression and accountability, and collaborating for impact.
This case study traces the rise, decline, and revival of the Tiruppur Stakeholder Forum, a multi-stakeholder initiative formed in response to labour rights concerns in India’s textile hub. It outlines how exporters, unions, brands, NGOs, and government actors have re-engaged to address ongoing challenges — including gender-based violence, migrant worker vulnerabilities, and workplace safety — as the forum works toward sustainable, sector-wide reform.
How a transnational network connecting grassroots civil society organisations across Morocco, Tunisia, Côte d’Ivoire, Italy, and Spain, was established to promote decent work and safeguard the rights of migrant workers in agriculture throughout their migration journey.
As Bangladesh entered its most turbulent period in a decade, brands faced pressure to act fast — often without the information needed to avoid placing undue pressure on suppliers and harming workers. This case study reveals how ETI filled that gap, convening stakeholders and guiding responsible decisions when they mattered most.
Amid political upheaval in Bangladesh, ETI mobilised brands, NGOs and trade unions to inform the country’s Labour Reform Commission and push for stronger protections for workers. This case reveals how coordinated, credible engagement can shape legislation in ways that individual actors cannot.
This document reveals what it takes to build grievance systems that migrant agricultural workers actually trust and use, drawing on real-world pilots, research, and cross-border collaboration. It offers practical insights for organisations seeking to improve working conditions and reduce labour exploitation across agricultural supply chains.