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

Global Supply Chain and Trade Conference, May 6-7, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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Feb. 27, 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

2/27/2025 12:00:00 PM

Mar. 5, 2025 08:30 AM

AAFA Board of Directors Meeting March 2025

The Board of Directors Meeting will take place prior to the start of the Executive Summit on March 5, 2025.

Members Only

TOPICS: Supply Chain, Brand Protection, Trade

TYPE: In-Person Event

LOCATION: Washington, DC

3/5/2025 8:30:00 AM

Mar. 5, 2025 12:30 PM

Executive Summit 2025

Join senior-level executives in D.C. as we explore key political contours, economic challenges, core values, & more!

TOPICS: Supply Chain, Trade, Brand Protection

TYPE: In-Person Event

LOCATION: Washington, DC

3/5/2025 12:30:00 PM

Mar. 11, 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

3/11/2025 11:00:00 AM

Mar. 11, 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

3/11/2025 3:00:00 PM

Mar. 17, 2025 11:00 AM

Brands General Counsels Committee Virtual Office Hour

Please join us to discuss the issues impacting the industry as well as learn about breaking issues that could impact your company from AAFA staff.

Members Only

TOPICS: Supply Chain, Trade

TYPE: Committee

LOCATION: Conference Call

3/17/2025 11:00:00 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

Feb. 13, 2025

AAFA Closely Monitoring Details of Reciprocal Tariff Review by the Trump Administration

AAFA responds to Administration's review of all trading partners for tailored counter measures.

Feb. 20, 2025

AAFA Testifies Before ITC on CBERA and Haiti

AAFA testified before the International Trade Commission regarding its investigation on the Caribbean Basin. Highlights of the testimony included the importance of renewing the Haiti HOPE/HELP programs.

Feb. 19, 2025

AAFA Provides Testimony Regarding Vermont H238

AAFA provided testimony on February 19 to the Vermont House Committee on Environment sharing our concerns on H. 238.

Feb. 14, 2025

AAFA and Partners Express Concerns Regarding SB 54 Rulemaking

AAFA and partner associations expressed concerns about the impact of California’s pending EPR regulations on textile recycling.

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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