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28/11/2023 - 24/01/2024
WEBINAR: Deforestation due diligence and regulatory compliance (available in English, Portuguese, Italian)

View the recording now:

  • English session: delivered on 28th & 30th November 2023 - View the recording HERE, and provide your input HERE
  • Portuguese session: delivered on 12th December 2023 - View the recording HERE, and provide your input HERE
  • Italian session: delivered on 24th January 2024 - View the recording HERE, and provide your input HERE

 

In response to the pressing issue of deforestation, the forthcoming EU Deforestation Regulation, and the aims of deforestation-free supply chains, all leather manufacturers and supply chain stakeholders were invited to participate in our webinar dedicated to Deforestation Due Diligence and Regulatory Compliance.

Key Highlights of the Webinar:

European Union Deforestation Regulation - crucial insights about the European Union Deforestation Regulation. This regulation is poised to have a significant impact on supply chains, and our experts provifded valuable insights to help attendees prepare for its implications, and learn about the requirements, expectations, and compliance measures that are set to shape the leather industry's future.

Deforestation-Free Call to Action for Leather - we were proud to introduce the Deforestation-Free Call to Action for Leather initiative, a collaborative effort between Leather Working Group, Textile Exchange, and World Wildlife Fund. The Call to Action is a cross-sector initiative aimed at galvanizing action from brands to end the deforestation and conversion of natural ecosystems linked to leather sourcing. 

LWG Standards Update - we provided an overview of our upcoming plans to develop the LWG Standards, and how traceability and deforestation due diligence will be a central focus of the first phase of work.

 

Language Options:

To accommodate a wider audience, the webinar was offered in English, Portuguese, and Italian.

 

Survey - your input is needed!

Please respond to our survey to let us know how we can support you to comply with the EU regulations, as well as how you can better support us and your customers in meeting the aims of the Call to Action.

To complete the survey in English, click here.

To complete the survey in Portuguese, click here.

To complete the survey in Italian, click here.

The survey will be open until 15 February 2024.

 

This webinar was a unique opportunity for leather manufacturers and supply chain stakeholders to stay informed, engaged, and prepared for the evolving regulatory landscape. By participating, attendees were better equipped to meet the challenges posed by deforestation and regulatory compliance, positioning their organisations as responsible and forward-thinking players in the leather industry.
 

Read more:

  • Access the LWG EU Deforestation Regulation Briefing here.
  • Read more about the Deforestation-Free Call to Action for Leather here.