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About the Garment Worker Center

Funders and supporters
Thanks to the foundations and individuals that have donated their time, money and support.

Current 2010 Foundation support from:

California Endowment
California Wellness
Hispanics in Philanthropy
Liberty Hill (Anonymous Fund)
Media Justice Fund (Funding Exchange)
Office of Justice and Peace (CCHD)
Roth Foundation
Women's Foundation



Frequently Asked Questions
How did you start? Why a garment worker center? How are you funded? Look here for more details about the GWC... [Read More!]
GWC Basic Information Brochure (pdf)

GWC Slide Presentation (pdf)

2005: The Year in Review (pdf)

2006: Garment Worker Center Five Year Report (pdf)

2007: GWC Annual Report (pdf)

About the garment industry

What is a Sweatshop?
A sweatshop is a workplace where workers are subject to extreme exploitation, including the absence of a living wage or benefits, poor working conditions, such as health and safety hazards, and arbitrary discipline.
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Common Violations Found in L.A. Garment Factories
Paying sub-minimum wages and and denying breaks are just two of the ways that garment facory owners violate workers' rights. [Read More!]
2004 Garment Industry Report

Building Worker Power in the Garment Industry

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