A Rubber Company Supplying Top Tiremakers Faces Troubling Accusations
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Exploitation and Abuse at Sockfin
This chapter explores the disturbing realities faced by contract workers on Sockfin's plantations, highlighting cases of sexual exploitation tied to systemic poverty and power imbalances. It investigates the longstanding allegations of worker abuse, particularly against women, and the company's neglect of these issues amidst mounting pressure from major clients for ethical reforms. Additionally, the chapter outlines Sockfin's historical context and ownership while addressing the role of NGOs in advocating for change.
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