People Values
At Wonena, we believe fashion should tread lightly. Our Planet Values highlight brands that prioritize lower-impact materials, responsible production, and thoughtful packaging—moving towards a future where style and sustainability coexist.
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How WONENA Validates our Brand's People Values
While sustainability and ethics are intertwined, we recognize that becoming an entirely ethical brand is a journey. Our BIRDWATCHER People Indicator measures progress in these areas, spotlighting brands that:
Place people at the heart of their operations.
Demonstrate ethical decision-making at every level.
Deliver final products that uplift communities, not exploit them.
These values aren’t optional—they’re the foundation of moral integrity, accountability, and trust in fashion and business.
The Story Behind the "Why"
A brand rooted in people-centered values goes beyond superficial claims—it embeds ethical principles into every decision, interaction, and process. This means championing social justice, human rights, and equity at every stage, from sourcing to sales.
Ethical practice demands action, not just intention:
Fair Compensation & Safe Conditions: Ensuring workers earn living wages (not just minimum wages) and labor in environments that respect their dignity.
Fair Trade Partnerships: Prioritizing equity over-extraction—collaborating with suppliers who share this commitment.
Transparent Supply Chains: Tracing every material’s journey, from raw resources to final product. (“Who made this?” isn’t a question—it’s a promise.*)
Anti-Corruption: Zero tolerance for exploitation, whether on factory floors or in corporate boardrooms.
Honest Marketing: Claims backed by proof, not greenwashed buzzwords.
Supply Chain
Certifications & Rankings
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Leather Working Group
Manufacturers certified based on their environmental impact
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OEKO-TEX Standard 100
Products free of harmful substances to human health
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GOTS (The Global Organic Textile Standard)
Use of Certified Organic Fabrics through the Supply Chain
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B Corp Certification
Measuring a company’s entire social and environmental impact.
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Good on You Rankings | Rated “Good”
Brands that adopt policies and practices to manage multiple issues and lead in one or more areas across their supply chain.
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Good on You Rankings | Rated "It's a Start"
Brands that are doing some good, from those doing no good.
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Good on You Rankings | Rated "Great"
Transparent brands with strong policies and assurance to address the most significant issues across their value chain, demonstrating leadership in People, Planet and Animal impacts.