Behind the Barcode

Behind the Barcode
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If you’re interested in making more ethical choices at the shopping counter, make sure you check out this year’s freshly minted Australian Fashion Report from the folks at Behind the Barcode, a project of Baptist World Aid Australia. This edition of the report features detailed assessments of 87 companies, including Zara, Cotton On Group, Factory X and David Jones. Each company has been awarded a grade from A to F based on their policies, supplier knowledge, auditing and supplier relationships and worker empowerment. It’s not just a fascinating read, but an important step towards creating a fairer fashion industry across the globe.

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