The RISE for Impact project is collaborating with farmers
in the cotton supply chain to promote decent work by
integrating Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work.
Initiated at the request of a premium textile brand, the
project was presented to over 60 global suppliers, focusing on
the role of multinational enterprises (MNEs) in addressing
work-related challenges. The session also highlighted the
importance of brands taking proactive steps to ensure social
compliance throughout their supply chain, beginning at the
farmer level.To expand its reach, the project has partnered
with the Confederation of Indian Textile Industry (CITI).
Through its subsidiary, Cotton Development and Research
Association (CDRA), two farmer meets were organized
between October and November in Ratlam, Madhya Pradesh.
During these sessions, ILO-trained trainers from CITI-CDRA
educated cotton farmers on safety and health practices. In
November, a sector-level event by the Organic Cotton
Accelerator facilitated a fire-side chat on decent work and a
sustainable cotton supply chain. The event brought together
national and international stakeholders, including
representatives from the Indian government, brands,
retailers, farm groups, suppliers, industry associations, and
civil society organizations