Ethical Clothing Australia (formerly known as the Homeworkers’ Code of Practice and the No Sweat Shop label) raises awareness of the rights of Australian clothing and footwear workers, particularly home-based workers, and ensures they are protected from exploitation. The Australian Government firmly believes that all workers should receive fair pay and decent working conditions.

The Australian Government has committed to provide financial assistance over eight years (2008 to 2015) to the Homeworker Code Committee Inc. (the Committee) to support the promotion of Ethical Clothing Australia by increasing awareness and voluntary adoption of the accreditation program by businesses. Funding for the Program commenced on 1 May 2008.

Ethical Clothing Australia promotes ethical Australian manufacturers, retailers and designers and assist consumers make informed purchasing decisions.

Ethical Clothing Australia is administered by the Committee which has both union and business representatives from major stakeholders in the textile, clothing and footwear industry.

The Committee works closely with other stakeholders in the industry to promote the accreditation program and good employment practices more generally. 

Further information on Ethical Clothing Australia and the Committee can be obtained from Ethical Clothing Australia.