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Advocacy

Cascale aims to be a trusted resource for members and policymakers, providing credible data and insights that support the improvement of current and future legislation for the textile, apparel, and footwear industry.

Our Public Affairs strategy centers on collaboration. Working alongside policymakers and peer organizations, we promote smart, harmonized regulations that accelerate sustainability.

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Global Legislative Overview Map

Explore an interactive, region-by-region view of 21 key human rights and environmental due diligence and sustainability reporting frameworks across Europe, the Americas, and Asia-Pacific.

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2026 Global Due Diligence and Sustainability Reporting Legislation Report

For deeper analysis of each framework — scope, requirements, implementation timelines, and where the Higg Index may support readiness efforts — download the companion report.

Go Deeper as a Cascale Member

Cascale Corporate and Affiliate Members can access the Policy & Public Affairs Knowledge Hub on Cascale Connect, with additional policy reports, briefings, and legislative updates. Members also engage directly with Cascale’s Public Affairs team and join member webinars that inform how the industry navigates evolving regulation.

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Cascale as coordinator the Technical Secretariat for the Apparel and Footwear PEFCR

Explore the significance of the PEF and how Cascale plays a pivotal role in its development. Learn more about our collaborative efforts and industry alignment towards sustainable practices.

Public Affairs

Global Fashion Agenda

Our robust partnership with the Global Fashion Agenda is focused on accelerating climate action within the textile, apparel and footwear industry.

Public Affairs

Policy Hub

Our close contact with Policy Hub allows us to articulate well-informed policy positions, ensuring our collective voice is heard in shaping the industry’s future.

Publication

Policy Deep Dive: The New Trade Landscape: What Global Trade Fragmentation Means for Consumer Goods Supply Chains

This policy deep dive examines how trade fragmentation, tariffs, and diverging regulations are reshaping global supply chains — and makes the case that resilience and sustainability increasingly depend on the same capabilities.

September 14, 2026

Academia
News Update

Cascale's Howard Kwong instructs students at the Yale School of the Environment

Academia

Cascale Brings Global Environmental Policy Insights to Yale

Howard Kwong, senior manager, public affairs, APAC, gave graduate students an insider look at global policy advocacy, APAC supply chain realities and takeaways from Cascale’s 2026 Annual Meeting.

October 13, 2026

Policy and Legislation
Blog

Brussels, Belgium. European Parliament offices and European flags.

Policy and Legislation

How Do Consumer Goods Companies Prepare for Evolving EU Sustainability Regulations?

Cascale, Policy Hub, and SLCP’s recent policy briefing call offered clarity on incoming EU sustainability policy.

Gabriele Ballero

September 03, 2026

How can I get in touch with the public affairs team?

Get in touch with us here.
Where can I find Cascale’s official statements on public policy issues?

You can find our official statements, policy papers, and positions on relevant public policy issues on our Advocacy page. These will be added as and when new positions and papers become available.
How does Cascale ensure transparency and accountability in its public affairs work?

We remain committed to transparency and accountability by providing access to an agenda or registry of meetings with stakeholders and policymakers.
What are the key partnerships and collaborations that Cascale is involved in?

We collaborate closely with organizations like the Policy Hub, the Social & Labor Convergence Program (SLCP), and the American Apparel and Footwear Association (AAFA), among others, to drive impactful change.
What advocacy initiatives has Cascale been involved in?

We have been actively involved in various advocacy initiatives, addressing issues such as environmental sustainability, labor rights, and responsible sourcing.
How does Cascale influence policy at the EU and global levels?

We influence policy through educating key stakeholders, policymakers, and our members about the Higg Index tools, our programs, industry footprint, the industry’s challenges, and regulators’ opportunities.

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