Why It Matters

A strong supply chain built on safe and healthy working conditions is critical to a resilient and successful apparel industry. We are committed to respecting labor rights and supporting the wellbeing11 We define wellbeing as a lifetime practice of three interconnected elements—physical, social, and mental wellbeing. Supplier wellbeing refers to workers who are supported in areas such as women's health and leadership skills. of workers in our supply chain.

What We're Doing

As we do not own manufacturing facilities, we collaborate with independent suppliers to take action. Our approach is grounded in our responsible supply chain (RSC) program and strengthened by engagement with suppliers, industry and cross-industry partners, civil society, and others who share our values. Our Vendor Code of Ethics (VCoE) outlines expectations of our suppliers and reflects our commitment to respecting human rights and fostering safe working conditions.

Our 2030 Goal 

Our 2030 Goal

We focus on supporting supply chain worker22 We define workers as the people employed by suppliers that are involved in the manufacturing of products and materials for lululemon. rights, and wellbeing for their communities. To guide this work, we have the following goal:

  • Provide 200,000 participants with programs across supplier communities, to advance gender equity, financial resilience, and worker engagement33 This goal will be measured based on the number of participants who receive services from grantees of lululemon Gives or those who actively participate in grantees' programming. Participant numbers will be self-reported by grant recipients. Participants may be counted more than once if they take part in multiple initiatives over the years. Participants refers to workers in our suppliers' facilities, the communities where they live, and broader communities connected to the apparel industry. Programs will be funded by lululemon Gives and may include strategic partnerships such as industry program pilots and research funding as well as vendor grants and participation in industry initiatives.

Responsible Supply Chain Program

lululemon’s Responsible Supply Chain program advances our commitments to fair labor practices and the wellbeing of the people who make our products. It is built on three pillars:

Monitoring:

Assessing and, in collaboration with suppliers, improving working conditions in facilities

Integration:

Integrating responsible purchasing practices across key lululemon strategies, processes, and tools

Collaboration:

Working with multi-stakeholder organizations, industry, and suppliers to support systemic change and impact