Stakeholder engagement at every level
At the heart of Leather Working Group (LWG) is a strong emphasis on consultative and collaborative relationships with stakeholders. Brands benefit from engagement at every level – whether through board representation, participation in working groups that shape each Standard update, or attendance at stakeholder meetings and webinars. These forums offer valuable opportunities to stay informed about the evolving landscape of regulation and reporting.
Who can join?
- Brands and retailers
- Suppliers of chemicals, machinery and testing equipment, etc.
- Agent traders (traders without a warehouse)
- Groups and associations
- NGOs and CSOs
- Finished product manufacturers
What are the benefits of LWG membership?
Collaborative Development
- Ongoing development of the LWG Standards through engagement, collaboration, and consultation
- Participation in dedicated stakeholder development projects - current initiatives include the Deforestation-Free Toolkit Workshop and Supply Chain Mapping pilot
- Driving change through initiatives like the Higg MSI impact score reduction and the Deforestation-Free Call to Action
- Engagement with third-party organisations to deliver alignment and efficiency
- Share expertise and insights through cross-sector meetings and workshops
- Play an active role in shaping the industry's future, through input into technical work streams or representation on the Board
Exclusive access to data and insights
- Exclusive-to-members value-added data, such as the LWG Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) Report and Animal Welfare reports
- Custom preferred supplier lists and the option to request detailed supplier scorecards
- Regular, exclusive stakeholder updates, online and in person, that keep members informed
Learning, resources and continuous improvement
- Ongoing learning through stakeholder webinars featuring expert guest speakers
- 24/7 access to member resources, including a full catalogue of webinar recordings via the User Portal
Brand Visibility & Communication Tools
- Permitted use of the LWG Member logo to demonstrate commitment to responsible leather sourcing
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