Identification may include

the influence of fashion industries and occupations on the local, state, national, and global communities
the use of offshore manufacturing and labor in apparel
manufacturing and the use of sweatshop labor
foreign vs. domestic designers
global marketing
the influence of political and economic trends on fashion and ways that fashion reflects these trends
environmental issues related to materials and production
methods used in the fashion industry
availability, depletion, and renewal of raw materials
consequences and benefits of manufacturing growth processes and waste disposal.

Process/Skill Questions

Thinking

Why is it important to identify global concerns and economic issues that affect the fashion industry?
How is the availability and depletion of raw materials affected by global trade?
How is the renewal and reuse of products affected by global trade?

Communication

How can the Internet and other media be used to identify global concerns and economic issues that affect the fashion industry?
How can the fashion industry promote global concern in all areas of the industry?

Leadership

What leadership skills could address global concerns and economic issues that affect the fashion industry?
What negotiation strategies are vital for leaders in developing awareness of global concerns in the industry?

Management

What resources can identify global concerns and economic issues that affect the fashion industry?
How will the neglect of global concerns affect the future of all areas of the industry?