An estimated 40 million people are victims of modern slavery, of which 25 million are in situations of forced labor. Of the 25 million, 16 million are in the private sector - generating $150 billion in illegal profits in the private economy. Violations of human and labor rights in supply chains have drawn the attention of governments, NGOs, and the public, and put pressure on companies to take action to maintain responsible and transparent supply chains. Critically, companies need to be a strong force to improve the conditions under which people labor in their global supply chains. The seafood industry, the apparel industry, and the coffee sector provide a source of income and support the livelihoods of more than 350 million producers around the globe. The world drinks more than 600 billion cups of coffee, consumes more than 150 million metric tons of seafood per year and imports apparel products at a value of US$127 billion. Yet, the raw materials are often first sourced in regions where the livelihoods of the farming and fishing communities are vulnerable. And workers are often the most vulnerable. As supply chains have become increasingly complex and globalized, workers’ rights and protections have been eroded. Labor violations drive social instability, poverty, and natural resource decline. These factors put businesses at financial and reputational risk due to vulnerable workforce practices that may include child labor, forced labor, hazardous working conditions, long hours and low pay. Join this session to learn how your company can rise to the challenge of ethical labor practices, ensure co-benefits for people alongside positive environmental and climate outcomes, and truly make a difference for the better in peoples' lives and communities deep in your supply chains