Fair Trade: The First Step
Synopsis
Over 1,100 garment workers died in the Rana Plaza collapse in Dhaka, Bangladesh, exposing the dangers of the fast fashion industry.
Synopsis
Shama de Silva manages a garment factory in Dhaka, Bangladesh, where 1,400 workers produce clothing for global markets. The film addresses the aftermath of the Rana Plaza collapse in April 2013, which killed over 1,100 workers. It discusses the long hours and low wages faced by workers in the fast fashion industry. Helga collaborates with Shama to promote fair trade practices. They argue that consumer choices can lead to wage equity and better working conditions in the garment sector.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- See the aftermath of the Rana Plaza disaster.
- Meet Charma de Silva, a factory manager in Bangladesh.
- Find out how fair trade can impact workers' lives.
Did You Know
- The Rana Plaza complex collapse in 2013 killed 400 people.
- In the garment factory featured, 70% of the workforce are women.
- Two billion people live on $2 a day globally.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many people died in the Rana Plaza collapse?
The Rana Plaza complex collapse killed 400 people.
What percentage of workers in the factory mentioned are women?
About 70% of the workers in the factory are women.
What is the main issue with the garment industry according to the documentary?
The main issue is corporate greed, where companies maximize profit by minimizing costs, often at the expense of workers.
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