Australian fashion ethical progress stalls at 0.2 percent improvement
Baptist World Aid released its 11th Ethical Fashion Report today finding Australian brands improved just 0.2 per cent in sustainable and ethical practices over the last two years.
Report scores industry performance
The analysis covered 500 brands across 48 different measures including governance and environmental sustainability. On average, the evaluated companies received 31.5 points out of a possible 100 score. This result represents a minimal increase compared to the previous assessment period.
Commitments lack implementation
Many firms stated intentions to improve their supply chains but failed to demonstrate actual follow-through actions. Experts note that while policies for worker rights exist in 93 per cent of cases, visible changes remain scarce. Katherine Halliday from Baptist World Aid stated companies are better at setting policies than making real change for workers.
Calls for stronger laws
Industry specialists are now urging the government to strengthen the Modern Slavery Act. The report warns that current ethical practices risk falling behind global standards if action does not accelerate.
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