TO THE FINISH LINE (TFL) 2025
Learning for Action | Higg FEM and BEYOND
To the Finish Line (TFL) is
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An annual mass-scale online training & advisory program based on Cascale’s tool Higg FEM 4.0 and beyond for environmental performance improvement in Viet Nam’s textile and footwear supply chain.
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FREE for manufacturers, powered by financial contributions from a group of Brands, Business Associations and Development Organizations
Find out more about TFL impacts
TFL 2025 offers the following:
Detailed schedule and information for each Webinar will be sent to registrants’ emails
Advance for Action
May - September 2025
Improve your facility’s environmental performance (and FEM scores) based
on the Performance Improvement Plan (PIP)
Training Phase (May - July 2025):
8+ Webinars x 2 - 2.5 hours | Tuesday and Friday morning
For environmental sustainability/compliance staff. Other staff can join webinars on relevant topics.
Content:
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Kick-off session: Start with WHY for Factory Leaders
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Facility PIP: Introduction, Template, and Guidance
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FEM 2024. Common Issues & How to tame them - by FEM topics: Problems | Solutions | Best Practice Sharing
Advisory Phase (July - September 2025):
Review PIPs and Advisory for selected suppliers. Co-led by Brand Specialists.
Deep Dive Programs
May - September 2025
Advance knowledge and get guidance to implement actions in the topic(s) you care about
Deep Dive: Water | Commissioned by WWF
Tentative 3 - 4 Webinars x 2 - 2.5 hours
Deep Dive: GHG | Commissioned by WWF/GIZ
Tentative 3 - 4 Webinars x 2 - 2.5 hours
Deep Dive: Waste No More | Concept under development
Back to Basics
October 2025
Equip new staff/beginners with Higg FEM foundational knowledge
4+ Webinars x 2 - 2.5 hours
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Introduction and basic training on Higg FEM topics
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End-of-course Examination
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Qualified exam takers are provided with a Certificate of Completion - eligible for reference as a Cascale approved Higg FEM training course
Self-Assessment
Helpdesk
Dec 2025 - Jan 2026
Prepare your facility for FEM verification
4+ Webinars x 2 - 2.5 hours
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Guide through self-assessment on Worldly platform
Frequently asked questions | Q&A with FEM verifiers
Other community
activities
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e-Cafés on Law Updates
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Community Chats on TFL Facebook Group
Partnered Service Providers
How to join?
Complete the registration form and submit by 30 April 2025.
Each facility to register ONCE only.