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Garment workers around the world were robbed of almost half a billion dollars when factories shut down during the COVID pandemic. This is because garment workers are greatly dependent on large companies that don’t always treat their workers fairly. Watch this powerful portrayal of the long-term devestation that severance theft caused for garment workers and their families, from two women speaking first-hand about their experiences being laid off from factories they were once dependent on.

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This powerful video gives garment workers a voice to speak first-hand about the injustices they have experienced since being laid off from factories they were dependent on. Created by leading garment worker rights organisation, Clean Clothes Campaign, this captivating video highlights the devestating impact of severance theft and educates about the importance of workers rights.