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"We apply a continuous improvement approach to due diligence and continue to strengthen our RSC practices and align with global standards. For example, we joined the Fair Labor Association (FLA) in 2020, and we are working to become an accredited member company by 2024. In 2022, we commissioned industry experts to conduct a thorough review of our global RSC program with respect to forced labour and are implementing evolved actions."

"Our RSC assessment tool evaluates facility performance against the ILO’s 11 forced labour indicators. In regions with elevated risk, such as the presence of foreign migrant workers, we include additional checks pertaining to hiring channels and recruitment fees."

"Stakeholder engagement: Through our memberships in industry and multi-stakeholder initiatives (e.g., Fair Labor Association, American Apparel & Footwear Association, Sustainable Apparel Coalition, Responsible Labor Initiative), we collaborate and engage with industry partners, civil society, stakeholder groups, and peer brands to identify, evaluate, and address risks, including modern slavery and forced labour."

"Internal data and expertise: Our global Responsible Supply Chain team is based in key sourcing regions and global head offices and is responsible for conducting or overseeing facility assessments to verify VCoE compliance, supporting the remediation of issues, and informing global impact programs. Their knowledge directly informs our understanding of local and regional risks."

"To strengthen our RSC program, in 2022, we enhanced our assessment tools to enable more detailed data analysis on non-compliances, root causes, and other trends. In 2023, we will roll out a new data management system."