In this edition of The Paths Forward we’ll speak with team members at Nest.
We’ll begin with their CEO, Rebecca Van Bergen, who will tell us of their mission followed by
Shalini who explains how they pivoted to continue to deliver their services during the
lockdown.
It is estimated that as much as 60% of garment manufacturing is subcontracted to artisans working out of their homes. These are primarily women working in developing economies and where it is very difficult to certify standards. We all know what so often occurs in circumstances like that, especially with no one advocating on these women’s behalf. Enter Nest, a nonprofit organization founded in 2006 and which has taken up this cause with remarkable energy and creativity. And it’s wonderful to have with us this evening its founder and executive director, Rebecca Van Bergen.