*The Unseen Toil Behind the Clothes We Wear*

Bangladesh is the world’s second-largest garment exporter. Millions of workers, mostly women, make the clothes filling our stores. But behind the low prices we pay hides a disturbing reality:

* *Poverty Wages:* The minimum wage for garment workers is one of the lowest in the world. Many struggle to afford basic necessities like food and shelter, even when working long hours.
* *Unsafe Factories:* Years after the Rana Plaza disaster, building safety and fire hazards remain critical concerns. Workers often operate in overcrowded, poorly ventilated factories risking their lives on a daily basis.
* *Abuse and Harassment:* Physical and verbal abuse, particularly towards women workers, is a shameful reality in many factories. Workers have few avenues to seek justice or protection.
* *Denied a Voice:* Efforts to unionize and fight for workers’ rights are frequently met with suppression, intimidation, and even violence.

*The Goals of Bangladesh Garment Workers Solidarity*

Bangladesh Garment Workers Solidarity (BGWS) is a movement fighting for change, led by the workers themselves. They advocate for:

* *Living Wages:* A fair wage that allows garment workers to escape poverty, support their families, and live with dignity.
* *Safe Workplaces:* Strict enforcement of safety standards to protect workers’ lives and health in all garment factories.
* *Workers’ Rights:* Respect for freedom of association, the right to form unions, and engage in collective bargaining for better working conditions.
* *An End to Abuse:* Zero tolerance for harassment within factories and a clear, safe process for workers to report abuse and receive justice.

*How Your Donation Will Fuel the Fight*

Your support empowers the BGWS movement to continue and expand its vital work:

* *Training and Education:* Empowering workers to know their rights and how to advocate for themselves effectively.
* *Legal Assistance:* Providing legal aid to workers facing wage theft, unfair dismissal, or abuse within the workplace.
* *Organizing Efforts:* Supporting grassroots unionization drives to give workers collective power to negotiate better terms.
* *International Advocacy:* Amplifying worker voices and lobbying global brands and governments to uphold their responsibilities towards garment workers in their supply chains.

*Our Commitment: Accountability and Impact*

Transparency is key. We commit to sharing regular updates on how your generous donation is being used, tracking the number of workers we can support, and celebrating the victories won through collective action.

*Be Part of The Change*

* *Donate Today:* Every amount makes a difference. Consider a recurring donation for ongoing support of garment workers’ struggles.
* *Spread Awareness:* Share our cause on social media and with your networks. Educate others about where their clothes come from and the workers behind them.

* *Ethical Consumerism:* Choose brands committed to fair labor practices. Use your purchasing power to support better conditions within the industry.

*Together, we can weave a brighter future for Bangladesh’s garment workers – a future of dignity, safety, and respect.*