1.
Icebreaker: Ethical Dilemma Discussion
• Objective: Set the tone for the session by highlighting the importance of ethical
decision-making.
• Activity: Present a short ethical dilemma related to labour practices (e.g., a
company discovers that one of its suppliers is using child labour). Ask
participants to discuss in pairs or small groups how they would handle the
situation and what actions they would take.
• Outcome: Participants begin thinking critically about labour standards and their
implications.
2. Group Activity: SEDEX Labour Standards Mapping
• Objective: Familiarize participants with the SEDEX labour standards.
• Activity: Divide participants into small groups. Provide each group with a list of
labour issues (e.g., forced labour, excessive working hours). Ask them to map
these issues to the relevant SEDEX labour standards and discuss how they can
be addressed within their organizations.
• Outcome: Participants deepen their understanding of labour standards and how
they apply to real-world scenarios.
3. Hands-On Exercise: Completing a SEDEX SAQ
• Objective: Provide practical experience with SEDEX documentation.
• Activity: Give participants a sample Self-Assessment Questionnaire (SAQ) with
focus on the labour section. Ask them to complete it based on a fictional
company scenario. Afterward, discuss the common challenges they faced and
how to overcome them.
• Outcome: Participants gain confidence in filling out SEDEX questionnaires and
understanding the type of information required.
4. Case Study Analysis: Labour Violations
• Objective: Highlight the real-world impact of not adhering to labour standards.
• Activity: Present a detailed case study where a company faced significant
consequences due to labour violations (e.g., a well-known brand facing backlash
for poor working conditions in their supply chain). In groups, participants analyze
the case, identify what went wrong, and suggest how adherence to SEDEX
standards could have prevented the issue.
• Outcome: Participants learn the importance of labour standards in protecting
brand reputation and ensuring ethical practices.
5. Role-Playing: SEDEX Labour Audit Simulation
• Objective: Prepare participants for real-life SEDEX audits.
• Activity: Set up a mock SEDEX audit focused on labour standards. Assign roles
(auditor, company representative, etc.) and simulate the audit process, including
questioning and document review. The "auditors" will assess compliance while
the "company representatives" must demonstrate adherence to labour
standards.
• Outcome: Participants experience a simulated audit, helping them understand
what auditors look for and how to be audit-ready.
6. Workshop: Developing an Action Plan
• Objective: Equip participants with a practical plan for improving labour
practices.
• Activity: Ask participants to work individually or in small groups to develop an
action plan for implementing or enhancing SEDEX labour standards within their
organization. The plan should include specific actions, timelines, and
responsible parties.
• Outcome: Participants leave with a concrete plan to take back to their
workplace, ensuring the training has a lasting impact.
7. Interactive Quiz: Labour Standards Knowledge Check
• Objective: Reinforce learning and assess participants' understanding.
• Activity: Create a quiz with questions related to SEDEX labour standards, best
practices, and key concepts covered in the session. Use an interactive platform
like Kahoot or Mentimeter for real-time responses and engagement.
• Outcome: Participants review key points in a fun, competitive way, ensuring
retention of the material.
8. Peer Review: Evaluating Labour Practices
• Objective: Encourage collaborative learning and self-assessment.
• Activity: Have participants pair up and review each other’s current labour
practices based on SEDEX standards. They should provide constructive
feedback and suggest improvements. This can be done anonymously or in an
open discussion.
• Outcome: Participants gain insights into how others manage labour standards
and learn new approaches to improve their own practices.
9. Discussion Panel: Challenges in Implementing Labour Standards
• Objective: Address real-world challenges and share best practices.
• Activity: Organize a panel discussion with participants (or invite guest speakers)
to discuss common challenges in implementing labour standards in supply
chains, such as managing remote suppliers or dealing with cultural differences.
Open the floor for a Q&A session.
• Outcome: Participants share and learn from each other’s experiences, gaining
practical solutions to common challenges.
10. Reflection and Commitment: Personal Pledge
• Objective: Encourage participants to commit to ethical practices.
• Activity: At the end of the session, ask participants to write down a personal
pledge or commitment to improving labour standards in their work. They can
share this pledge with the group or keep it private as a personal reminder.
• Outcome: Participants leave with a sense of responsibility and a concrete
commitment to apply what they’ve learned.
