In a world where child exploitation continues to exist in hidden supply chains, Yourstuffmade stands firm in proving that it is possible to create unique, high-quality products while protecting the rights and future of children everywhere.
The Premise: Why an Anti-Slavery Mission Matters
Child labor is not just an ethical issue, it’s a global crisis. According to the International Labour Organization (ILO), more than 160 million children worldwide are engaged in child labor, many in hazardous or exploitative conditions.
For Yourstuffmade, the message is clear: no child should ever suffer to make the products we sell. That’s why we’ve embedded anti-slavery and anti-child labor principles into every layer of our business model.
🌱 Our Core Commitments
Child Labor-Free Sourcing
- Yourstuffmade meticulously vets every manufacturing partner before beginning production.
- We verify that no minors are employed at any stage of the process.
- Our suppliers must comply with strict labor laws and international standards to guarantee safe, fair, and ethical employment practices.
Supplier Audits
- Yourstuffmade conducts regular and rigorous audits of all partner factories.
- Audits focus specifically on preventing child labor and child abuse.
- If violations are discovered, Pinlord takes immediate corrective action or ends the partnership entirely.
This hands-on approach ensures that accountability is non-negotiable.
Why This Matters for Customers and the Industry
By prioritizing child labor-free production, Yourstuffmade not only protects children but also sets an example for the retail industry. We prove that businesses can thrive while respecting fundamental human rights.
For customers, supporting Yourstuffmade means:
- Choosing products free from exploitation
- Supporting communities striving for a better future
- Taking a stand against global child labor and abuse
Frequently Asked Questions About YSM's Anti-Slavery Mission
1. What does “anti-slavery mission” mean in retail?
It means a company actively works to eliminate child labor, forced labor, and exploitation from its supply chains. For Yourstuffmade, it specifically means refusing to work with any supplier that employs children or engages in abusive practices.
2. How does Yourstuffmade ensure products are child-labor free?
We implement strict supplier vetting and audits, requiring full compliance with labor laws. We also demand documentation and third-party verification to ensure no children are involved in production.
3. Why does Yourstuffmade support community initiatives?
Because child labor often comes from systemic poverty, we invest in community programs that improve education, create safe opportunities, and give families alternatives to relying on child work.
4. What happens if child labor is discovered in a supplier’s factory?
Yourstuffmade responds immediately by:
- Investigating the situation thoroughly.
- Demanding corrective actions where possible.
- Ending partnerships if the supplier cannot or will not meet our ethical standards.
5. Why should customers care about child labor in supply chains?
When businesses cut costs by using exploited labor, children suffer while customers unknowingly support abuse. By buying from ethical brands like Yourstuffmade you ensure your purchases support fairness, dignity, and positive change.
Together with our customers and partners, we’re building a future where every child has the right to safety, education, and opportunity.
