Towards Better Work
Understanding Labour in Apparel Global Value Chains
A Rossi editor A Luinstra editor J Pickles editor
Format:Hardback
Publisher:Palgrave Macmillan
Published:12th Feb '14
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This book presents solutions to improve labor rights and working conditions in the apparel industry, addressing the impacts of globalization on developing countries.
In Towards Better Work, the author explores the complex landscape of globalization in the apparel industry, highlighting both the opportunities and challenges faced by producers and workers in developing countries. This comprehensive volume delves into the intricacies of labor rights and working conditions, emphasizing the need for sustainable practices that benefit all stakeholders involved. Through a series of case studies and expert insights, the book sheds light on the pressing issues that arise from the globalized production system.
The text offers practical, solutions-oriented approaches aimed at enhancing labor rights and improving working conditions within the industry. By analyzing various initiatives and strategies, Towards Better Work serves as a guide for policymakers, industry leaders, and advocates seeking to foster a fairer and more equitable environment for workers. The author emphasizes the importance of collaboration among different entities, including governments, businesses, and non-governmental organizations, to create meaningful change.
Ultimately, Towards Better Work not only identifies the challenges posed by globalization but also presents a hopeful vision for the future of work in the apparel sector. It encourages readers to rethink the current paradigms and consider innovative solutions that prioritize the well-being of workers while maintaining economic viability. This book is essential for anyone interested in labor rights, ethical production, and the future of the apparel industry.
“This book presents a timely contribution to ongoing debates on the nature of employment and working conditions within global export industries. It provides rich insights into the dynamics of labour and working conditions within the highly fragmented and internationally dispersed global apparel industry. … The book is organized into two main parts which skilfully balance theoretical perspectives with insightful empirical evidence.” (Roseline Wanjiru, Work, employment and society, Vol. 30 (2), May, 2016)
ISBN: 9781137377531
Dimensions: unknown
Weight: 5268g
318 pages