We support and inspire people globally to take an active role in making healthy life choices for themselves and their families. We do so through partnering with communities and grassroots organisations around the world where we employ people, manufacture products, source materials, and do business.
"Thanks to Her"
Women represent around 75% of Columbia’s global supply chain workforce and we are proud to help support and empower them through RISE workplace training and enrichment programs.
Conservation International
Columbia is on a mission to unlock the outdoors for everyone. Part of this mission is supporting organizations like Conservation International that ensure the outdoors will be around for years to come.
Empowering People In Our Supply Chain
We invest in programs that improve the lives of women, who represent approximately 75% of the people who work in our finished goods manufacturing partner facilities. We have partnered with RISE: Reimagining Industry to Support Equality to empower women in our supply chain through programs which are focused on financial health, respect, foundation and digital technology education. We’ve implemented RISE programs with our finished goods suppliers in Vietnam, India, Indonesia, China, and Bangladesh, with more programs to come. Learn more about our impact here.
Best Under The Sun
Columbia is a member of the Skin Cancer Foundation’s Corporate Council and supports their lifesaving work. Skin Cancer Foundation is dedicated to educating the public on the relationship between sun damage and skin cancer and the importance of using sun protection as a means of skin cancer prevention.
Whether you are hiking a sunny trail or out fishing in the ocean, a new study suggests UV apparel is the way to go. Columbia’s OMNI-SHADE fabric receives the Seal of Recommendation from SCF for meeting the requirements of safe and effective UV protection. Check out Columbia’s wide-ranging collection of OMNI‑SHADE products.
Whether you are hiking a sunny trail or out fishing in the ocean, a new study suggests UV apparel is the way to go. Columbia’s OMNI-SHADE fabric receives the Seal of Recommendation from SCF for meeting the requirements of safe and effective UV protection. Check out Columbia’s wide-ranging collection of OMNI‑SHADE products.