GoodWeave is an organization that touches on various social and production strands. First and foremost, it's a campaign to end child labor. It does this through what's called a GoodWeave certification that monitors manufacturers to ensure their rugs are child-labor-free, as well as by offering education and support to at-risk youth. Lastly, their website offers resources on how to purchase a GoodWeave rug -- whether it be in-store or online.
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Contact Information
GoodWeave website
GoodWeave on Facebook
GoodWeave on Twitter
Anti Child-Labor Certifications
GoodWeave Tackles Exploitation in the Handmade Carpet Industry
Trend Themes
1. Anti Child-labor Certification - GoodWeave's certification to monitor manufacturers for child-labor creates opportunities for other industries to adopt similar standards
2. Campaign to End Child Labor - GoodWeave's campaign presents an opportunity for other companies to take up similar campaigns and support at-risk youth
3. Transparency and Accountability in Production - GoodWeave's monitoring of manufacturers sets a precedent for increased transparency and accountability in other industries
Industry Implications
1. Handmade Carpet Industry - GoodWeave's certification to monitor handmade carpet manufacturers for child-labor presents an opportunity for other industries to adopt similar standards
2. Agricultural Industry - GoodWeave's campaign to end child labor presents an opportunity for the agricultural industry to invest in education and support for at-risk youth
3. Consumer Goods Industry - GoodWeave's certification and campaign serve as a reminder to the consumer goods industry about the importance of transparency and accountability in production