Trade, Logistics, & Manufacturing

AAFA advocates for clearly defined and transparent trade, logistics, customs, and manufacturing policies that benefit our industry while raising awareness of our industry’s impactful contributions to the American and global economy.

Tools & Resources

FEATURED

CSR Guidance: Safe Factory Operations post COVID-19

This document provides guidance to factories on how to safely resume operations post COVID-19.

CSR Guidance: Safe Factory Operations post COVID-19

This document provides guidance to factories on how to safely resume operations post COVID-19.

Sourcing in New Countries

AAFA’s member-only Sourcing Profiles equip members with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions when considering new regions and new countries.

MOU Partners

AAFA has forged Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) agreements with strategic partners around the world to collaborate on reducing trade barriers, sharing best practices, and promoting innovation on behalf of our members.

Selling in New Countries

AAFA's members-only country profiles address the key features that are unique to a country but necessary for foreign businesses to understand when looking to sell within that country's borders.

AAFA Education Foundation Schools

Students from these schools are eligible to compete for scholarships under AAFA’s contributions to the Fashion Scholarship Fund

Events

International Apparel & Footwear Compliance Conference, December 11, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
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Jan. 7, 2025 11:00 AM

Brand Protection Council Monthly Call

Join us for monthly Brand Protection Council calls to discuss the latest brand protection, counterfeit, and intellectual property rights issues.

Members Only

TOPICS: Brand Protection, Supply Chain, Trade

TYPE: Committee

LOCATION: Conference Call

1/7/2025 11:00:00 AM

Jan. 9, 2025 12:00 PM

Social Responsibility Committee Bi-Weekly Call

Bi-Weekly AAFA Social Responsibility Committee call to discuss the latest CSR issues facing the industry

Members Only

TOPICS: Supply Chain, Trade

TYPE: Committee

LOCATION: Conference Call

1/9/2025 12:00:00 PM

Jan. 14, 2025 03:00 PM

Trade and Customs Committee Monthly Call

Review the issues of the day and discuss Committee plans over the coming months.

Members Only

TOPICS: Supply Chain, Trade

TYPE: Committee

LOCATION: Conference Call

1/14/2025 3:00:00 PM

Jan. 22, 2025 12:00 PM

AAFA Monthly Member-Only Shipping Roundtable

Learn and discuss the latest transportation and logistics issues affecting the industry.

Members Only

TOPICS: Supply Chain, Trade

TYPE: Committee

LOCATION: Online

1/22/2025 12:00:00 PM

Jan. 23, 2025 12:00 PM

Social Responsibility Committee Bi-Weekly Call

Bi-Weekly AAFA Social Responsibility Committee call to discuss the latest CSR issues facing the industry

Members Only

TOPICS: Supply Chain, Trade

TYPE: Committee

LOCATION: Conference Call

1/23/2025 12:00:00 PM

Jan. 30, 2025 10:00 AM

An In-Depth Look at The Dindigul Agreement

An In-Depth Look at The Dindigul Agreement to Eliminate Gender-based Violence and Harassment

TOPICS: Supply Chain, Trade

TYPE: Committee

LOCATION: Online

1/30/2025 10:00:00 AM

Legislative Action Center

Here’s where you’ll find pre-prepared letters and e-mails to send your legislators on the most pressing issues for our industry today.

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News

FEATURED

Dec. 19, 2024

Multi Industry Letter Urges IP Protection and Raises Counterfeit Concerns as Immediate Trump Admin

A cross-industry group of IP rights owners sent a letter to President-elect Donald Trump focused on counterfeit goods and IP priorities.

Dec. 19, 2024

Multi Industry Letter Urges IP Protection and Raises Counterfeit Concerns as Immediate Trump Admin

A cross-industry group of IP rights owners sent a letter to President-elect Donald Trump focused on counterfeit goods and IP priorities.

Dec. 13, 2024

AAFA Urges ILA to Formally and Swiftly Return to Negotiating Table to Reach a Deal

AAFA president and CEO Steve Lamar issues statement following President-elect Donald Trump's discussion with the ILA about U.S. ports.

Dec. 06, 2024

AAFA Joins Letter on East and Gulf Coast Port Negotiations

AAFA joined a coalition of 267 trade associations in a letter to the Biden administration, President-elect Trump transition team, and congressional staff urging the parties to resume negotiations and finalize a contract.

Learning Center

AAFA offers its recorded events, webinars, and lunch and learn programs on-demand for your convenience. Covering a range of innovative concepts and successful business practices, these recordings provide intelligence and action items to help your business succeed.

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Webinars

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