We identify the problem
Forced labour and exploitation are widespread in global supply chains, especially in labour-intensive sectors like the Ready-Made Garment sector.
Traditional CSR has fallen short, failing to address harmful purchasing practices and the root causes that allow exploitation to exist. The WSR model, in contrast, has delivered proven improvements for workers across a number of sectors and geographies.
We engage key actors
Drawing on the success of the WSR Model, Threadneedle Collaboration is partnering with key stakeholders, including leading worker groups in Bangladesh, global fashion brands and experts from Bangladesh and abroad.
Together, we're exploring how WSR could work in Bangladesh to address these challenges, starting with a pilot project.
We show what's possible
We're testing the WSR model to see if it can sustainably improve labour standards in the garment sector and strengthen resilience in these supply chains.
We’re addressing questions about costs, and the impact on productivity and competition, and continually updating our approach to make it stronger.
We scale and mobilise
Our pilot aims to tackle the biggest challenges to better labour standards, and to show how it can be done sustainably.
By building support among workers and brands, Threadneedle Collaboration will work toward broader adoption of this model throughout Bangladesh and beyond.