Just Transition & Decent Work for Garment Value Chain Workers in India

[Garment & Leather Workers - Activity Reports]

The study examines diverse perspectives and approaches to Just Transition, spanning from the status-quoist to transformative paradigms. It provides an analysis of the features characterising the garment value chain and the garment sector in India, spotlighting gaps and challenges related to decent work deficits, occupational health and hazards, environmental impacts stemming from the sector, and reliance on cheap labour. The study also maps out various proposals, schemes, and initiatives originating from authorities, businesses, and international institutions that aim to promote environmental sustainability and decent work.