One of SAI’s goals in the recent revision of the SA8000 Standard was to allow more flexibility and to better reflect the reality of work, while simultaneously upholding human rights for all. One such change was to introduce the concept Continue Reading...
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How SA8000:2026 and SAI Programs Support a Just Transition
Business and work environments are undergoing rapid transformation, driven by climate impacts, automation and digitalization, ageing workforces, and growing geopolitical tensions. On this year’s Social Justice Day, we reflect on how these Continue Reading...
SA8000:2026 Standard
The SA8000® Standard was established by Social Accountability International in 1997 as a multi-stakeholder initiative to advance the rights of workers around the world. Over the years, the Standard has evolved into an Continue Reading...
What has changed in the SA8000:2026 Standard?
Comparing SA8000:2014 and SA8000:2026 On January 1, 2026, SAI published the SA8000:2026 Standard for Decent Work, replacing the previous version. This post explains the key Continue Reading...
Now Available: SA8000:2026
As workplaces and supply chains evolve to reflect the changing world around us, so do risks to workers’ rights. In an increasingly connected world, issues such as climate change, labor migration, and artificial intelligence require us to Continue Reading...
