Shein: The Ethical Dilemma
Shein, a China-based clothing manufacturing company, is facing severe scrutiny regarding its unethical practices in both workers' rights and environmental regulations. Employees of the manufacturing giant are expected to work at least 75 hours per week and often work up to twelve hours per day sewing fabric together. According to interviewed Shein employees, workstations at these plants consist of corridors covered in bags, workers at standing tables, and workstations lit by neon lights. Individuals investigating a Shein manufacturing plant reported that there were no emergency exits, and stairs and entrances were difficult to navigate, with upper windows being barred off. It is highly likely that, with an entire building full of kindling, a fire could result in serious injuries and even casualties. Employees at such plants are expected to work from 8 a.m. to 10:30 p.m., with, on average, two hours of breaks allotted during the shift. Factory workers work after dinner hours for six