Global Forced Labor Regulations: Practical Implications for Businesses
Webinar Overview
Forced labor and modern slavery regulations are evolving quickly – and the rules are no longer limited to the EU and US.
This webinar explores the rapidly evolving landscape of forced labor regulations, with a practical focus on forced labour bans, due diligence obligations and the steps companies can take to prepare for emerging requirements.
You’ll gain insight into both established and emerging legal frameworks beyond the EU and US, including developments across the UK, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.
If you operate in fashion, electronics, or other global supply chains, getting ahead of these requirements now – and adjusting your due diligence systems early – puts your business in a stronger position.
Webinar Agenda
In this session, we’ll explore:
- Key aspects of forced labor and modern slavery regulations
- The latest EU and US developments: EU Forced Labor Regulation guidelines vs. CBP UFLPA guidelines
- How the EU Forced Labor Regulation is being implemented
- USTR investigations and forced labor bans
- Emerging developments in the UK, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand
Date
This webinar will take place on Wednesday, 26th August, 2026 at 08:00 PDT, 11:00 EDT, 17:00 CET.
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Presenters

Joanne O’Donnell
Senior Director – Global Regulatory Compliance
Leading Global Regulatory Compliance with Expertise in Sustainability, ESG, Climate Change, Forced Labor, as well as Business and Human Rights.

Cristian Barroso
Regulatory Compliance Specialist
Compliance specialist with expertise in ESG, human rights, forced labor, circular economy, energy efficiency, ecodesign, and WEEE.

Nedaa Yousef
Regulatory Compliance Analyst
Regulatory compliance analyst with a focus on the Middle East and Arabic-speaking countries, specializing in circular economy, energy efficiency, ecodesign, supply chain due diligence and forced labor.

Kayleigh Duane
Regulatory Compliance Analyst
Global regulatory compliance professional with expertise in human trafficking and slavery.