Does public disclosure of labor abuses lead to improvements in labor practices?

Labor Practices1 min readUpdated June 10, 2026

What the Evidence Shows

We analyzed the available evidence on whether public disclosure of labor abuses leads to improvements in labor practices, and what we’ve found so far is mixed in its implications. While 50 studies or assertions point to public criticism of companies being linked to financial losses, there is no...

Evidence from Studies

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No supporting evidence found
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Primary Studies (1)

Public Disclosure of the Sweatshop Practices of American Multinational Garment/Shoe Makers/Retailers: Impacts on Their Stock Prices

DOI: 10.1080/1024529032000093352

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Published
June 10, 2026·Last updated June 10, 2026
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