Validation and Certification

An icon of quality and ethics on wage setting

An internationally recognized certification framework that validates exemplary wage practices, strengthens brand credibility, and demonstrates long-term commitment to fair and sustainable employment.

Available to companies with exemplary wage policies and practices, our Fair Wage Label certification is the ultimate recognition of fair wage practices. Both a robust HR tool and a powerful branding statement, the Fair Wage label offers a clear competitive advantage.

Benefits

Showcase your
company’s sustainable wage practices

and exemplary wage-setting procedures.

We work hand in hand with companies through a clear, step-by-step process using a transparent, industry-proven methodology that builds trust and delivers measurable results.

The Fair Wage label can be incorporated in all goods directly produced by certified companies

The Fair Wage label can be incorporated in all marketing materials by certified companies

Newly certified companies are publicized in the Fair Wage Network and all relevant communication channels

Timeline

Certification process timeline

A structured certification pathway combining assessment, scientific review, and remediation guidance to validate exemplary fair wage practices.

Certification begins with a preliminary Fair Wage Assessment. Assessments which reveal high-standard practices will automatically mention eligibility for certification.

Once an Assessment Report establishes eligibility, a review of the assessment results is performed by the Fair Wage Scientific Committee.

A Fair Wage Label certificate is delivered to companies whose results confirm eligibility.

** If additional improvements are required, the Fair Wage Scientific Committee, through reporting and complementary advice, will identify necessary next steps and propose a Fair Wage remediation plan to implement such changes.

Label Use Rights

Upon certification, a license to use the Fair Wage Label for branding purposes is delivered to the certified company. Label licensing requires a renewal of the certification every two years, through a new Fair Wage assessment.

Business Unit Certification

Certification does not need to be delivered for the global operations of a company. A company may apply for certification of one or several of its business units, and the certification process will follow for the units selected.

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