Questions about sweatshops:
- What is a maquila? [0]
- What is a sweatshop? [0]
- Why do some companies employ children? [0]
- Won't abolishing child labour just hurt working children and their families? [0]
- What kind of regulations would protect the rights of children and youth? [0]
- What seems like a low wage for consumers and activists in Northern countries may be okay in those countries, right? Aren't they paid the minimum wage! [0]
- Will asking for improved conditions mean the cost of clothing will go up? [0]
- Why don't sweatshop workers just find other work or organize a union? [0]
- Isn't it good that these workers at least have a job? [0]
- What are garment workers doing to improve their situation? [0]
- Isn't it the government's job to make sure there are decent working conditions? [0]
Questions from consumers:
- What can I do as a consumer? [0]
- Shouldn't we just "buy Canadian"? [0]
- How can I find out where my clothes were made? [0]
- Are you asking us to boycott companies? [0]
- Where can I get a list of sweat-free products or companies? [0]
Questions about companies:
- What is a company code of conduct? [0]
- The information posted on your website dates back a few years. Where can I find recent information on a specific company? How can I find out what happened since your latest campaign? [0]
- What is the current stand of Maquila Solidarity Network on Gildan Activewear? [0]
- What information do you have on Wal-Mart's practices, especially with respect to the working conditions, treatment, etc. of its workers who make its goods? [0]
- I have a small business and I am looking to outsource to Mexico. I care about working conditions. Can you put me in touch with a manufacturing facility that respects labour standards? [0]
Questions about No Sweat purchasing/licensing policies:
- What can I do to make sure my school or workplace clothing is made under decent conditions? [0]
- What is the No Sweat campaign? [0]
- Why adopt a No Sweat policy? [0]
- Why not just boycott companies that violate worker rights? [0]
- Isn't a "Made in Canada" policy good enough? [0]
- Will some workers lose their jobs if a No Sweat policy is adopted? [0]
- What's included in a No Sweat policy? [0]
- Can No Sweat policies be challenged under international trade rules? [0]
- How does a No Sweat policy work? [0]
- Why are factory disclosure and transparent reporting so important? [0]
- Would we have to pay more for sweat-free clothing? [0]
- How do I convince my school board, university or municipal government to adopt a No Sweat policy? [0]
- How do I get involved in a No Sweat campaign? [0]
Questions about MSN Resources:
- I have heard about your famous sweatshop fashion show. Where can I find the script? [0]
- How can I become a supporter and receive information from MSN? [0]
- Is there an MSN listserv or electronic newsletter? [0]
- Can I use a story, a photo or quote from a resource posted on the MSN website? [0]
- Can I get a copy of an article/book that you refer to or mention on your website? [0]
- I would like to order one of MSN's books. How can I pay? [0]
- I am doing research on a specific issue. I have explored your website but I have not found what I was looking for. Where can I find more information? [0]
Questions for MSN staff:
- I am a student and would like to interview a staff person at MSN. Can this be arranged? [0]
- Can I get a speaker to come to my school to talk about sweatshops? [0]
- Would MSN be interested in sending someone to talk at an event or workshop I am organizing on labour rights (or Mexico, or Wal-Mart etc )? [0]
- I would be interested in volunteering/working for your organization, is this possible? [0]