In 2011, Levi Strauss & Co. announced a new Terms of Engagement for its global supply chain, moving beyond compliance to help improve the lives of apparel workers in factories around the world. Under the new approach, the company will require contract factories to help make employees’ lives better by supporting worker programs.

On April 17, 2012, along with Ceres, Levi Strauss & Co. released a research paper with recommendations for action.

The information here provides additional background and context for the announcement:

Improving Workers’ Well-Being Announcement and Research Paper - April 12, 2012
Speech by Former President & CEO John Anderson to Ceres - May 11, 2011
Press Release - May 11, 2011