FEMNET e.V. has been advocating for the rights and better working conditions of women in the global garment industry since 2007. The organization promotes social human rights, supports trade unions, and offers educational projects to achieve fair working conditions worldwide.
FEMNET e.V. is a non-governmental organization based in Bonn that has been advocating for the rights and better working conditions of women in the global clothing industry since 2007.
The main mission of FEMNET is to promote the social human rights and labor rights of women in the clothing industry worldwide. The focus is on supporting women in countries like India and Bangladesh who suffer under extreme working conditions, including low wages, massive overtime, gender-based violence, and unsafe working conditions[2].
FEMNET is a member of the Clean Clothes Campaign and works closely with other organizations to promote fair working conditions in the global clothing industry. The organization advocates for transparent supply chains and the use of labels such as Fair Wear Foundation, Fairtrade Cotton, or GOTS to improve working conditions in production sites[2].
FEMNET is particularly active in raising awareness of the current challenges faced by workers in producing countries, such as high inflation rates that further deteriorate their living conditions. The organization condemns any violence and advocates for stability and fair working conditions, especially in countries affected by unrest[2].
Through its comprehensive activities and initiatives, FEMNET tirelessly works to ensure that textile workers worldwide can work under fair and safe conditions.
