From : Labour Action China Date: 15th June, 2011  Press Invitation   Say No to Sex Discrimination at Prada Stop Listing Discriminatory Brand!        Since 2009 Prada Japan have been involved in a case of sexual discrimination, harassment and unfair dismissal. It is also suspected of faking sales figures by forcing its staff to buy its products. The lady involved, Rina Bovrisse, filed for lawsuit in Tokyo in 2009, and brought her case to the attention of the United Nations Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination Against Women last year. As yet the case is still unresolved. At the same time, Prada's initial public offering (IPO) was launched on June 17 and the shares will start trading in Hong Kong on June 24. Prada has made attempts of IPO for four times since 2001, but all had failed.        Rina has sought help from Hong Kong labour groups and women groups. We are deeply surprised and offended by the discriminatory action of such a world renowned brand. Prada should publicly account for its action before it is allowed to be listed in Hong Kong. 

       Since 2009 Prada Japan have been involved in a case of sexual discrimination, harassment and unfair dismissal. It is also suspected of faking sales figures by forcing its staff to buy its products. The lady involved, Rina Bovrisse, filed for lawsuit in Tokyo in 2009, and brought her case to the attention of the United Nations Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination Against Women last year. As yet the case is still unresolved. At the same time, Prada has applied for listing to the HKEx, and is preparing to launch an initial public offering this summer. Prada has made attempts of IPO for four times since 2001, but all had failed. 

Together, Our Voices Make a Difference! Campaigns that have tried to address violations of workers' rights in the garment and apparel sector have targeted firms including Liz Claiborn, Nike and Adidas. Since these firms dominate a large share of their markets, their actions have ripple effects throughout the sector. Targeting these larger enterprises, activists were able to make a difference.