【United Kingd】Modern Slavery – Transparency in Supply Chains
Editor’s NoteThis article examines the enduring global crisis of modern slavery, which affects an estimated 49.6 million people. It highlights the…
Labor Rights
【Canada】Protecting Human Rights in Federal Markets
Editor’s NoteThis statement outlines the Canadian government’s commitment to ethical procurement, focusing on protecting supply chains from human…
【Zhengzhou, C】Foxconn Workers Faced Tough Conditions During Rush to Make iPhone 17, Labour Group Says
Editor’s NoteThis article is based on a report by the non-profit organization China Labour Watch. Apple and its manufacturing partners have…
【Switzerland】Gold Traceability, the Weak Link in Swiss Watchmaking
Editor’s NoteThis article examines the significant challenges in tracing the origin of gold within Switzerland’s prominent refining and luxury…
【Surat, Gujar】Surat Workers On Edge As Trump’s Tariff Triggers Mass Layoffs In Diamond Industry
Editor’s NoteThis report details the immediate human impact of new trade policies, as a 50% tariff triggers mass layoffs in Surat’s diamond industry….
【Coscuez, Col】Women Blast Through Gender Barriers in Colombia’s Emerald Mines
Editor’s NoteThis article spotlights the women breaking barriers in Colombia’s historically male-dominated emerald mining industry. Driven by…
【Coscuez, Col】Women Blast Through Gender Barriers in Colombia’s Emerald Mines, But Struggle to Emerge From Poverty
Editor’s NoteThis article profiles the women breaking barriers in Colombia’s male-dominated emerald mining industry. Driven by economic necessity and…
【Madagascar】’Saffira’: The Documentary That Rebels Against Child Exploitation in Madagascar
Editor’s NoteThis article discusses the documentary ‘Saffira,’ which exposes the severe issue of child labor in Madagascar’s sapphire mining sector….
【European Uni】Conflict Minerals: Europe Now Responsible
Editor’s NoteThis article outlines new EU regulations requiring importers of key minerals to conduct supply chain due diligence, aiming to improve…
【Japan】Jewelry Brand ‘MIO HARUTAKA’ Announces Donation of Portion of Proceeds to Support Diamond Mining Workers
Editor’s NoteThis article highlights a corporate initiative where a portion of sales from the ‘MIO HARUTAKA’ jewelry brand will support diamond…