"It's painful and can hurt, but if you have to eat you have to earn. I went there because these workers are old and they are working from home. In spite of working for so many years, no one will give them work now – they know if we homeworkers had recognition, they would be able to get pensions and support from the government." Suriya, homeworker, India.
Homeworkers are fashion's hidden workforce. With no minimum wage, no guarantee of work, no maternity pay, no pensions – their working conditions and pay are some of the worst in the industry.
Clothing companies rely on the hard work of people like Suriya - we need them to take action to ensure that these vital workers have these essential rights.
Homeworkers in India are campaigning for formal rights and benefits, like pensions, maternity leave, and sick pay.
Everyone should be able to retire. Stand with homeworkers and share Suriya's story with fashion companies.*
*Please note: The women featured in this campaign are not necessarily making clothes for the brands we are targeting. However the stories you send are representative of the experiences of homeworkers around the world.