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Artículo

16 Abr 2005

Autor:
Maxine Frith, Independent [UK]

The ethical revolution sweeping through the world's sweatshops

...after a decade of denying any wrongdoing, companies such as Nike and Gap are now admitting that their workers have been exploited and abused, and have pledged to improve the conditions [refers to steps taken by Nike, Gap, Levi Strauss]...despite some companies' repentance and reforms, other top-name brands are still using sweatshops. Among those on the target list of campaigners are Tommy Hilfiger, Umbro and Fila [part of Sport Brands International].

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Nike's decision to publish all its suppliers signals "new age of social responsibility" for companies (Financial Times article)

U.S. apparel cos. lawsuit (re Saipan)

Nike lawsuit (Kasky v Nike, re denial of labour abuses)