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SLCP Certification – Social & Labor Convergence Program
What is SLCP?
The Social & Labor Convergence Program (SLCP) is a global initiative designed to create a standardized framework for assessing social and labor conditions in manufacturing facilities.
Unlike traditional audits, SLCP does not issue a compliance certificate. Instead, it provides a Verified Assessment of a facility’s labor and social practices, which can be shared across multiple brands and stakeholders — reducing audit fatigue and duplication.
Why SLCP is Important
In today’s supply chains, factories often face multiple social audits from different buyers, creating unnecessary costs and inefficiencies. SLCP solves this problem by offering one universal assessment that is recognized by global brands and retailers.
Key Benefits:
Reduce audit duplication and costs
Improve transparency across the supply chain
Gain recognition from multiple international buyers
Focus more on improvement rather than repetitive audits
Enhance credibility in global sourcing markets
Who Should Use SLCP?
SLCP is designed for:
Apparel and textile manufacturers
Footwear factories
Home textiles and accessories producers
Suppliers working with multiple global brands
Businesses seeking efficiency in social compliance reporting
What Does SLCP Cover?
The SLCP Converged Assessment Framework (CAF) evaluates key areas of social and labor conditions, including:
Working hours and wages
Health and safety practices
Worker rights and freedom of association
Anti-discrimination and fair treatment
Management systems for labor practices
Facility-level policies and records
SLCP Assessment Process
Registration – Facility registers on the SLCP Gateway
Self-Assessment – Facility completes the Converged Assessment Framework (CAF) questionnaire
Verification – An accredited verifier reviews and validates the data
Data Sharing – Verified assessment is shared with multiple brands and stakeholders via platforms like the Fair Factories Clearinghouse (FFC) or Higg Index
Why SLCP Matters
Recognized by leading global brands in apparel and footwear
Reduces audit fatigue by replacing multiple audits with one verified assessment
Promotes collaboration and transparency in the supply chain
Helps facilities focus on long-term improvements rather than repeated inspections
In summary:
SLCP is not a certification but a verified assessment system. It provides factories and brands with a common language for social and labor data, saving time, money, and effort while strengthening trust and transparency in global supply chains.