In 2013, the Rana Plaza Complex in Bangladesh collapsed claiming the lives of 1134 RMG workers. This event ignited foreign stakeholders applying pressure on factories within the sector to uphold adequete safety measures and address concerns over labour rights. The ILO and EU have since conducted surveys and forwarded recommendations toward what they consider positive change, in a comittment to improve labour rights and factory safety. (Ashraf & Prentice 2019) Prior to this devasting event, women’s rights organisations/movements have and continue to actively challenge cultural and traditional norms in an effort to address issues of social injustice within the sector and in society in general. These grievances range from harassment, long hours, fairer wage distribution and equal rights. Currently, 86% of the workforce in Bangladesh works within the industry, comprising mostly of women and (children) and is its largest exporter to foreign cloths brands in the West. An estimated 4 million people contribute to this labour force and since the emergence of the industry in the 1980’s, women have faced various disparities. Women workers have faced conditions which have subjected her to unequal premises and being less privilaged. An essential part of this inquiry is discussing conceptions of womanhood, empowerment and of gender and class. This DP examines how the Accord, OWDEB and NGWF engage, address and advocate change, together with their representatives. All three stakeholders are striving for positive change within the sector, each with a specific focus on areas of concern. This inquiry foremost examines the push for change.