Weaving a Transformative Circular Textile Policy Through a Socio-Environmental Justice Lens

Abstract

To achieve the recommendation stated in the title, we propose the following: Tackle overproduction and overconsumption in the EU Strategy for Sustainable and Circular Textiles. Address the impacts of EU Circular Economy Textile policies on the Global South from both SSH and STEM perspectives to ensure positive social and environmental outcomes. Make Just Transition policies globally accountable and alleviation mechanisms integral to the Textile Strategy rather than supplementary corrective measures. Include meaningful participatory mechanisms that ensure the democratic inclusion of different voices and actors. Reverse the burden of proof and provide educational, financial, and legal assistance accounting for multiple vulnerabilities (e.g., gender or type of worker).