Ethical Expectations for Working with Production Partners
These videos were created for Etsy sellers who engage with production partners. Etsy sellers are responsible for adhering to Etsy’s marketplace policies, including Etsy’s Ethical Expectations for Sellers Who Work with Production Partners policy. The information in these videos has been developed, in partnership with Nest, to introduce sellers to key topics addressed in the policy and to support sellers in choosing ethical and responsible production partners. While we hope these videos will be helpful, Etsy sellers should make their own decisions and not rely on this content for legal advice.
About Nest
Nest is a nonprofit committed to providing resources, support, and opportunities for artisans and makers, in the US and around the world, to harness the power of handcraft to help their businesses and communities thrive, creating a more equitable and beautiful world for all.
No Child Labor
Understand what children's rights are, best practices to prevent, monitor, and remediate child labor, and questions you can ask production partners to protect against child labor.
Referenced Links: International Labour Standards on Child Labor, United Nations (UN) Convention on Child Rights
Humane Working Conditions
Understand what it means for production partners to have humane working conditions and questions you can ask to ensure they are meeting those expectations.
No Involuntary Labor
Understand what constitutes voluntary and involuntary labor, signs of involuntary labor, and questions you can ask production partners about their practices related to voluntary labor.
Non-Discrimination
Understand the definition of discrimination, how to identify it, and questions you can ask production partners about their practices to protect against discrimination.
Legal Disclaimer
The information provided in this presentation does not constitute legal advice and is provided solely for informational purposes. Information in this presentation may not be the most up-to-date and should be verified against local labor laws, which vary across each country or region. Sellers should contact an attorney for advice on specific legal matters. No recipient of this presentation should act or refrain from acting based on information in this presentation without first seeking legal advice in the relevant jurisdiction. The guidance reflects general international standards of social compliance; however, any local labor law regulations must also be adhered to.