Lululemon, known for its commitment to inclusive practices, was named among companies targeted by Oklahoma state Treasurer Todd Russ for facing anti-DEI shareholder proposals. This inclusion on the 'MAGA hit list' reflects broader governmental efforts to dismantle diversity initiatives.

For the 2024 election cycle, individuals associated with Lululemon Athletica contributed a total of $43,851 to various political candidates and committees. The majority of contributions were directed toward Democratic candidates, with $24,325 going to Democrats compared to $8,438 for Republicans, indicating a predominantly progressive political engagement among affiliated individuals. The company maintained a neutral corporate stance by not engaging in direct political contributions or lobbying activities.

In October 2024, the Fair Labor Association's board of directors voted to accredit lululemon's responsible supply chain program, recognizing sustained improvements in social compliance and labor practices.

Canada Competition Bureau has initiated an inquiry following a complaint by Stand.earth alleging that Lululemon misrepresents its environmental practices. Despite its 'Be Planet' campaign, the company faces criticism for a significant increase in emissions and reliance on fossil fuel-derived materials, raising concerns over greenwashing tactics.

Lululemon released its Modern Slavery Statement 2023-2024, outlining comprehensive measures to mitigate risks of forced and child labour throughout its supply chain, including supplier audits, robust due diligence, and training initiatives for both suppliers and internal teams.

Canada's Competition Bureau has initiated an investigation into Lululemon following a complaint by environmental advocacy group Stand.earth. The complaint alleges that Lululemon’s 'Be Planet' campaign features deceptive and misleading claims about the environmental impact of its products, a practice commonly referred to as greenwashing.

Following a complaint by environmental activist group Stand.earth, Canada's Competition Bureau launched a formal inquiry into Lululemon's 'Be Planet' marketing campaign, alleging that the company exaggerated its environmental actions in its marketing materials.

A report by KnowTheChain praised Lululemon for its robust human rights due diligence in its supply chain, awarding it a score of 63 out of 100 for effectively mitigating forced labor risks. This positions the company as a frontrunner in ethical sourcing practices within the industry.

The article recounts a series of controversies involving Lululemon's former CEO Chip Wilson and the company's DEI efforts. In interviews, Wilson made exclusionary remarks suggesting that broadening product accessibility would erode brand identity, while past comments have been widely criticized as anti-Asian, sexist, and fatphobic. Additionally, the company’s performative diversity initiatives and tokenistic practices, such as alleged favoritism for less-qualified white candidates over Black workers, have sparked public and internal backlash.

The OpenSecrets profile of Lululemon Athletica indicates that during the 2024 election cycle, the company contributed $42,398 and reported no federal lobbying or outside spending. This information points to a limited level of political engagement in terms of direct contributions and lobbying efforts.

lululemon detailed its responsible supply chain practices, including a rigorous Vendor Code of Ethics, regular assessments of manufacturing partners, and emphasis on human rights and improved working conditions. The company outlines its screening process to ensure that vendors share its ethical standards and environmental commitments.

Investigations reveal that Lululemon, despite previous positive rankings for supply chain diligence, faces significant risks of sourcing cotton from regions associated with forced labor, notably the Uyghur region in China. The article underscores how weak, voluntary regulatory measures in Canada fail to hold companies accountable for labor abuses in their supply chains.

An independent investigation has raised concerns about forced labor risks in Lululemon’s supply chain, citing the potential use of cotton sourced from the Uyghur region of China—a region widely associated with forced labor. The report criticizes the company’s reliance on local labor laws and voluntary disclosure measures, arguing that these measures are insufficient to prevent labor abuses.

An investigation highlighted continuing forced labor risks and labor rights issues within Lululemon’s global supply chain. Despite its CSR initiatives and commitment to ethical sourcing, concerns remain about excessive working hours, inadequate rest, and union-busting practices at key supplier factories, as well as reliance on lenient local labor laws.

An investigative report highlights concerns regarding Lululemon's handling of forced labour in its supply chain. The report details persistent risks including allegations of extended work hours, union-busting practices, and sourcing from regions with known labour abuses, questioning the adequacy of its voluntary corporate responsibility initiatives.

A recent investigation by Sheffield Hallam University revealed that Lululemon may be sourcing cotton from the Uyghur Region of China, an area notorious for forced labor and human rights abuses. The report criticizes both the company’s reliance on local labor laws and the new, weak Canadian legislation that fails to enforce meaningful accountability.

Lululemon Athletica released a response emphasizing its zero-tolerance policy for forced labour across its supply chain. The company highlighted its Vendor Code of Ethics, ongoing vendor due diligence, and its detailed 2021 submissions — underlining its commitment to ethical supply chain practices and human rights.