Auret van Heerden: Making global labor fair

The video discusses the ethical and moral dilemmas in global supply chains, highlighting issues like child labor and unsafe working conditions. It examines case studies, such as the heparin scandal, and the role of multinational companies in addressing these issues. The video suggests that private actors and NGOs must collaborate to ensure ethical practices, as governments often fail to regulate effectively. It proposes network governance as a new way to tackle international challenges.

Discuss the challenges faced by governments in regulating global supply chains.

What role do NGOs play in ensuring human rights in global supply chains?

How can transparency in supply chains contribute to ethical consumption?

What message did the workers in the garment sweatshops want to convey to the brands?