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.
") International Conference, Mumbai, India 22nd May, 2015** Session 2 of 1st International GOTS Conference will answer all your technical questions about [audit](https://gots.vorschau.website/resources/glossary/audit "A systematic, independent and documented process for obtaining evidence and evaluating it objectively to determine the extent to which the Standard's requirements (including environmental and social criteria) are fulfilled by a Certified Entity or applicant for the status of Certified Entity. Audits are conducted by Approved Certification Bodies (see 'Approved Certification Body').
") requirements, testing parameters and GOTS certification. There is a special presentation about recently launched GOTS Monitor (Water/Energy), which helps to meticulously evaluate the productivity of a wet processing unit. Session 2 will have presentations from Dr. Bimal Choudhury (Control Union), Mr. Rahul Bhajekar (Hermes Eco Laboratories) and Dr Georgios A. Perdikaris, (Systainable Solutions Ltd, United Kingdom) (invited). Other sessions include storytelling by [brands](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.
'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.
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"). Colourage and EcoTextile News are Media Partners for the conference. The conference has received excellent response so far and attendees from eight countries have already registered. Register today to avail early bird discounts. The flagship event by GOTS is going to be the epitome of learning and international networking opportunities. Below is information about the conference, including registration and sponsorship opportunities. Please check the [conference website](http://global-standard.org/index.php?option=com_acymailing&ctrl=url&subid=&urlid=348&mailid=49&Itemid=170) 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=49&Itemid=170).[](http://global-standard.org/index.php?option=com_acymailing&ctrl=url&subid=&urlid=350&mailid=49&Itemid=170) **Registration:** [Register here](http://global-standard.org/index.php?option=com_acymailing&ctrl=url&subid=&urlid=351&mailid=49&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=49&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. [](mailto:gupta@global-standard.org) This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. [](http://global-standard.org/index.php?option=com_acymailing&ctrl=url&subid=&urlid=146&mailid=49&Itemid=170) [](http://global-standard.org/index.php?option=com_acymailing&ctrl=url&subid=&urlid=151&mailid=49&Itemid=170) [](http://global-standard.org/index.php?option=com_acymailing&ctrl=url&subid=&urlid=139&mailid=49&Itemid=170) [](http://global-standard.org/index.php?option=com_acymailing&ctrl=url&subid=&urlid=147&mailid=49&Itemid=170) [](http://global-standard.org/index.php?option=com_acymailing&ctrl=url&subid=&urlid=153&mailid=49&Itemid=170) [](http://global-standard.org/index.php?option=com_acymailing&ctrl=url&subid=&urlid=353&mailid=49&Itemid=170) [](http://global-standard.org/index.php?option=com_acymailing&ctrl=url&subid=&urlid=140&mailid=49&Itemid=170) [](http://global-standard.org/index.php?option=com_acymailing&ctrl=url&subid=&urlid=152&mailid=49&Itemid=170) Supporters [](http://global-standard.org/index.php?option=com_acymailing&ctrl=url&subid=&urlid=148&mailid=49&Itemid=170) Media Partners [](http://global-standard.org/index.php?option=com_acymailing&ctrl=url&subid=&urlid=354&mailid=49&Itemid=170) [](http://global-standard.org/index.php?option=com_acymailing&ctrl=url&subid=&urlid=149&mailid=49&Itemid=170) [ Share this page ](#fs-toggle=share)