# \[GOTS Newsflash\] 1st International GOTS Conference ![Header GOTS Conf](https://gots.vorschau.website/images/stories/pressreleases/Header_GOTS_Conf.jpg) **Register Today For The [1st International GOTS Conference](http://global-standard.org/index.php?option=com_acymailing&ctrl=url&subid=&urlid=401&mailid=43&Itemid=170):** **Strong Partnerships for Success** **Friday, May 22, 2015** **Mumbai, India!** The [GOTS](https://gots.vorschau.website/resources/glossary/gots "

The worldwide leading voluntary sustainability standard for the post-harvest textile value chain for certified organic fibres, covering environmental criteria, human rights, social criteria and business conduct.

") conference provides the ideal opportunity to find out about [organic](https://gots.vorschau.website/resources/glossary/organic "

'Organic' is a regulated term used to distinguish systems of managed production and products derived therefrom that adhere to principles of health, ecology, fairness and care, and which are certified compliant to an organic standard's regulations by an Approved Certification Body.
GOTS defines organic textiles as being made with fibres from organic agriculture systems that are certified to one of the IFOAM Family of Standards, and that are processed in socially and ecologically responsible ways, in alignment with organic principles.

") textile processing in India, regionally, and globally. It will also educate and stimulate attendees with presentations and discussions about GOTS-related [brand](https://gots.vorschau.website/resources/glossary/brand "

A registered or unregistered trademark or other sign other than the GOTS Signs.
The term, in context, can also refer to an organisation that controls the design, development, and purchase of final products for sale under their own name. In that context, brands may sell to wholesalers, retailers, or directly to consumers. This does not include organisations who sell a branded intermediate product for use in further processing steps.

") experiences, production practices, and policies. Speakers represent leading brands, suppliers, and the Government. In addition, given that companies from around the world and throughout the supply chain are attending, the extensive networking opportunities will help create successful partnerships. Why India? India is the largest producer of organic cotton (approximately 70 per cent of world production) and is also home to the largest number of GOTS-certified processing facilities. More than 1,300 GOTS certified facilities are in India. This represents more than one-third (approximately 35%) of the total number of GOTS certified facilities worldwide. Please find information about the conference below, including registration and sponsorship opportunities. Please check www.global-[standard](https://gots.vorschau.website/resources/glossary/standard "

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").org/gotsconference for updates. **Conference Program:** The Conference Program can be [accessed here](http://global-standard.org/index.php?option=com_acymailing&ctrl=url&subid=&urlid=349&mailid=43&Itemid=170).[](http://global-standard.org/index.php?option=com_acymailing&ctrl=url&subid=&urlid=350&mailid=43&Itemid=170) **Registration:** [Register here](http://global-standard.org/index.php?option=com_acymailing&ctrl=url&subid=&urlid=351&mailid=43&Itemid=170) and plan your travel and visa in advance. The Early Bird registration offer ends March 31. **Sponsorship:** Interested in sponsorship to showcase your products and services before, during, and after the event? Download the [‘Support and Sponsorship’ ](http://global-standard.org/index.php?option=com_acymailing&ctrl=url&subid=&urlid=352&mailid=43&Itemid=170)brochure and sign up today! **Questions?** This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.,Conference Coordinator and Representative in India and Bangladesh or phone +91 9892270594. This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. [![Expoknits Logo](http://global-standard.org/images/stories/GOTS_Conf_India_May15/Expoknits_Logo.jpg)](http://global-standard.org/index.php?option=com_acymailing&ctrl=url&subid=&urlid=139&mailid=43&Itemid=170) [![Armstrong Spinning Mills](http://global-standard.org/images/stories/GOTS_Conf_India_May15/Armstrong_Spinning_Mills.jpg)](http://global-standard.org/index.php?option=com_acymailing&ctrl=url&subid=&urlid=140&mailid=43&Itemid=170) [![Britacel Silicones Ltd](http://global-standard.org/images/stories/GOTS_Conf_India_May15/Britacel_Silicones_Ltd.jpg)](http://global-standard.org/index.php?option=com_acymailing&ctrl=url&subid=&urlid=141&mailid=43&Itemid=170) [](http://global-standard.org/index.php?option=com_acymailing&ctrl=url&subid=&urlid=338&mailid=43&Itemid=170) [ Share this page ](#fs-toggle=share)