Better Work Haiti: 22nd Compliance Synthesis Report
- The Haitian textile industry exported approximately USD 874 million worth of products to the United States from April 2020 to May 2021, representing an 11.8 percent decrease compared to the previous year.
- As of March 2021, the number of workers in garment factories registered with Better Work stood at 51,309.
- Financial stress remains a primary concern among workers, with over 60 percent of respondents reporting this concern.
- Highest non-compliance rates in the industry were in occupational safety and health (OSH) and compensation (social security).
This report, the 22nd Compliance Synthesis Report under the HOPE legislation, provides an overview of the Haitian garment industry's compliance with labor standards and national laws from April 2020 to May 2021. It highlights the activities of Better Work Haiti, a collaboration between the ILO and IFC, in improving working conditions and competitiveness in the sector. The report addresses the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the industry, including decreased exports and job losses, and discusses the challenges faced by workers, such as financial stress and safety concerns. It also details specific areas of non-compliance, such as occupational safety and health, and compensation, and outlines Better Work's efforts to support factories and workers during the crisis.
How to cite
2021, Better Work Haiti: 22nd Compliance Synthesis Report, accessed via HaitiDocs, https://www.haitidocs.org/doc/betterwork-haiti-2021