Responsible Contracting Project

A draft of the European Model Clauses (#EMCs) is out now & the first round of consultations is open until Dec. 15! The EMCs aim to address enviro & #humanrights impacts in #supplychains & help companies align w/ EU #HREDD legislation. Submit feedback here: eur.nl/en/esl/events/…

The #SMCs were developed by @Respcontracting for the Sustainable Terms of Trade Initiative #STTI w/ support of @linklatersllp, the Initiative for Global Solidarity (IGS) & FABRIC implemented by @giz_gmbh Read them here: responsiblecontracting.org/smcs

The #SMCs promote fair contract terms & #purchasingpractices in apparel by outlining obligations for brands & retailers. They promote principles of shared responsibility for upholding human rights enshrined in the #UNGPs & #OECDGuidance on Responsible Business Conduct.

The Supplier Model Contract Clauses (#SMCs) have launched to promote human rights (#MHREDD) & fair #purchasingpractices in apparel & textiles through innovative contracting techniques! 🎉🎉 The #SMCs are open source & available now: responsiblecontracting.org/smcs