Problem
What this addresses
Supply chain abuse is hidden by complexity, distance, jargon, and fragmented information.
Media, research, and public education
Paper Chains
A media and research initiative making exploitation, modern slavery, and supply chain accountability understandable.
Project overview
Paper Chains makes exploitation, modern slavery, and supply-chain accountability easier to understand. It brings together storytelling, brand research, source summaries, and practical investigation tools.
People can listen to the podcast, explore brand questions, follow source links, and use the research materials to move from a general concern to a more informed decision or conversation.
How it fits Five24
Hidden exploitation is difficult to address when information is scattered or overly technical. Paper Chains supports Five24's education mission by making evidence more accessible and action more concrete.
What it does
Who it serves
Consumers, students, and advocates
Consumers, researchers, students, churches, and ethical purchasing advocates.
Paper Chains connects podcast episodes, brand research, source summaries, and practical investigation tools.
How it works
From learning to action
- Start with a story, brand question, or supply-chain topic.
- Follow the evidence through podcast episodes, sources, and research summaries.
- Use what you learn to ask better questions and make informed choices.
Why it matters
Public benefit
People cannot act on what they cannot see. Paper Chains turns hidden exploitation into searchable education.
Funding relevance
Grant and donor alignment
Supports public education, journalism-adjacent research, and trafficking prevention awareness.
Global context
Relevant United Nations Sustainable Development Goals
These are Five24’s own areas of alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals. They are provided as context and do not represent UN endorsement.
SDG 4Quality EducationView UN goal ↗SDG 8Decent Work and Economic GrowthView UN goal ↗SDG 12Responsible Consumption and ProductionView UN goal ↗SDG 16Peace, Justice and Strong InstitutionsView UN goal ↗SDG 17Partnerships for the GoalsView UN goal ↗
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