By partnering with Sourcemap and publicly pledging supply chain transparency, Deckers Brands is taking meaningful steps to expose and address potential modern slavery risks. This action supports ethical business practices and reinforces labor rights, thereby aligning with anti-authoritarian and anti-fascist principles. The enhanced disclosure of supplier details helps promote accountability throughout the supply chain.

Deckers Brands cites Sourcemap as their partner for creating transparency in their supply chain in their 2024 Statement Against Modern Slavery Report.

By publicly disclosing its supply chain partners and partnering with auditing bodies to ensure adherence to international labor standards, Deckers Brands demonstrates a robust commitment to supply chain ethics and transparency that counters modern slavery practices.

PDF FY2024 Deckers Statement Against Modern Slavery

The Code of Conduct sets clear expectations for ethical sourcing and supply chain management by requiring business partners to implement and monitor practices aligned with international standards. This proactive approach to supply chain ethics helps prevent exploitation and underscores the company's commitment to social responsibility.

PDF Human Rights Policy: Ethical Supply Chain Supplier Code of ... - Deckers

The reported political contributions and lobbying expenditures, though modest in monetary terms, indicate that Deckers Outdoor is engaging in political spending. From an anti-fascist perspective, even relatively small sums used to influence policy can contribute to corporate interference in democratic processes, potentially prioritizing corporate interests over public welfare.

Deckers Outdoor Profile: Summary • OpenSecrets

The publication of the ESG report demonstrates Deckers Brands' commitment to sustainable practices and corporate responsibility. By transparently reporting on their progress toward sustainable development goals, the company shows alignment with progressive business practices that support environmental justice and worker rights, thereby contributing positively from an anti-fascist standpoint.

Deckers publishes latest ESG report

The report demonstrates a strong commitment to ethical business practices and human rights, highlighting progress in environmental sustainability, gender equality, and social responsibility. These actions support marginalized groups and promote corporate accountability, aligning with anti-fascist and progressive values.

Deckers Releases its FY23 Creating Change Report

The reported $40,000 lobbying expenditure signifies Deckers Brands' involvement in political influence activities. From an anti-fascist perspective, such corporate lobbying may be aimed at swaying policy in favor of business interests, potentially undermining democratic accountability. This negative score reflects concerns over corporate efforts to shape legislation and policy that can reinforce established power dynamics.

Deckers Outdoor Lobbying Profile • OpenSecrets

The disclosure reinforces a policy of non-engagement in political funding, which minimizes the risk of channeling resources to far-right or authoritarian causes. This proactive transparency is a positive step for maintaining ethical political conduct, even though the stance is cautious rather than aggressively progressive.

PDF Political Contribution Disclosure - deckers.com

The company's commitment to comprehensive DEI initiatives, including setting clear targets for BIPOC representation at higher levels and investing in internal training and employee resource groups, reflects strong ethical business practices. These efforts not only improve workplace culture but also signal a broader commitment to social justice and equity in business.

The Evolution of DEI at Deckers Brands - The Greenlining Institute

By opting to maintain the incumbent board despite activist calls for a transformative change, the company exhibits signs of stagnant corporate practices that may impede progressive reforms and accountability in its business operations.

Deckers Board Re-Elected After Battle With Activist Shareholder