In this special comprehensive training + workshop on forced labor supply chain tracing, participants will explore the historical evolution of regulations related to forced labor in supply chains, gaining contextual background and an understanding of the moral and ethical implications of forced labor. The course delves into the standardization, enforcement, and operational aspects of addressing forced labor, providing insights into industry challenges, risk tolerance, and best practices for compliance and supplier relationships.

Participants will also explore the role of technology and tools in supply chain tracing, including a review of global regulations and a detailed case study on WRO/UFLPA. Throughout the course, interactive activities, discussions, and reflection will empower participants to apply their learning to real-world scenarios and professional contexts, fostering a comprehensive understanding of forced labor supply chain tracing.

This course will provide foresight into CBP’s next steps related to enforcement.

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6.5 Hour
Training + Workshop

$595
Price is per person

Webinars: 9:00 am-3:30pm CT

One 15-minute break
1 hr lunch break

Includes Workshop Handout

All Webinars require a Webcam

With this Workshop gain exclusive access to our Simply Trade Peers platform where you will have multiple resources and Automation Demos available to you. This *Beta* Community platform will help you establish a Forced Labor Trade Network with discussion forums and relevant updates.

Do Your Imports Include Items in These Sectors?

Any products that fall under these sectors will be scrutinized by CBP for Forced Labor origin.

Testimonial from Attendee of Forced Labor Course

“I enjoyed the training and had several immediate impact takeaways. I think the variety of backgrounds amongst the instructors definitely added valued to the information, specifically the way the information was presented and practical applications mentioned.”

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Webinar : 9am – 3:30pm CT
15-minute break am 1 hr lunch break

Forced Labor with emphasis on Supply Chain Tracing

Section 1. Introduction & History

  • Foundations of Forced Labor and Supply Chain Tracing  
  • Customs Modernization Act and Reasonable Care in relationship to Forced labor 
  • Congressional Strategy Updates   


Section 2. Moral and Ethical Discussions

  • Human Rights Violations  
  • Role of International Labor Organization  
  • Forced Labor Indicators      
  • Economic Security Threat Issues  


Section 3. CEE Standardization & Enforcement

  • CEE Standardization   
  • WRO/UFLPA Detentions and Timelines, Remediation and Response  
  • Applicability Reviews   
  • Importance of Mapping and Life Cycle Reviews 
  • Regulatory Standards Review   

Section 4. Industry Challenges

  • Forced Labor Surveys Statistics  
  • Business and law Risk Tolerance 
  • Supply Chain Education to the “Nth” Tier 
  • Comply Chain Framework  
  • Best Practices, Non-compliance & Code of Conduct Strategies
  • Nexus of CTPAT and Forced Labor    

Section 5. Supplier Relationships

  • Reasonable Care
  • Audits & Remediation   
  • Best Practices, Non-Compliance

Section 6. Technology & Tools

  • Technology Overview & Comparison  
  • Supply Trace Northeastern University   
  • Cost Challenges of Software and Mapping  
  • Best Practices in Leveraging Your Technology and Mapping 

Section 7. Document Review

  • Documentary Volume Statistics Challenges
  • Documentary Evidence Examples
  • Best Practices

Section 8. Rulings and Pending Court Cases

  • Slip Opinion Ninestar Summary
  • Interactive Future Landscape Discussion

Section 9. Global Regulation Comparison

  • Global Overview

Section 10. Interactive Supply Chain Tracing Exercise

Section 11. Workshop

The workshop is designed to demonstrate risk mitigation strategies and corporate response plans through roundtable crisis exercises. The exercises will provide the opportunity to evaluate crisis readiness, working knowledge of regulations, concise communication and apply concepts from course material. 

  • Section 1 WRO Detention Workshop
  • Section 2 UFLPA Detention Workshop
  • Q&A


Who should attend:

Trade Compliance Professionals (including Managers and Directors), Specialists, Global Compliance, Purchasing, Procurements/Sourcing, Logistics, Auditing, Freight, Finance, Legal managers or representatives, and Customs Brokers.


How many forced labourers exist around the world? Nearly 28 million

What is considered forced labor? According to the International Labour Organization (ILO) forced labor is defined as all work or service which is extracted from any person under the threat of a penalty and for which the person has not offered him/herself voluntarily.

What is the percentage of women and girls in forced labor? 39.4% of victims are women and girls.

While forced labor is a global issue what regions have the highest prevalence? Asia and the Pacific region have the highest number of people in forced labor (15.1 million) and the Arab States have the highest prevalence (5.3 per thousand people). 

Who are the Victims of forced labor? According to global estimates, migrant workers are 3 times more at risk of forced labor 

What is the amount of illegal profits generated annually related to forced labor? The ILO estimates $236 Billion 

Source: ILO.org

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The Experts

This trio recently conducted a comprehensive training program on Supply Chain Tracing and Forced Labor from the U.S. Importer’s perspective and successfully educated over 330 employees from a key federal agency.  

Renee Chiuchiarelli is a Licensed Customs Broker (LCB) with a BBA in International Business and Management and brings the practitioner perspective. She spent 30+ years working for large multinational importers and exporters and built successful import compliance and CTPAT programs from the ground up.  Her participation in multiple agency audits provides a foundation for interpreting and applying customs laws with practical application. 

Eric Hargraves

Eric Hargraves, an expert in cost containment, supply chain optimization, and risk management, will leverage his extensive experience in UFLPA forced labor, Section 301 Tariffs, procurement, and logistics to offer attendees a comprehensive understanding of forced labor concepts and supply chain tracing in the core course. 

Shawn Harwood

Shawn Harwood is leveraging his seven-year tenure as a Department Homeland Security (DHS) attaché in China and his role in implementing the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act, Shawn will utilize his extensive forced labor expertise to guide participants through risk mitigation and corporate response planning via roundtable crisis exercises.

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