Among the largest firms in the Sri Lanka apparel industry, employing about 100,000 people, is MAS Holdings, which is a supplier to Gap, Marks and Spencer, Nike and Victoria's Secret, among others. In recent years, MAS has placed a strong emphasis on corporate social responsibility, for which it has been recognised with a CIMA Financial Management Award in 2007. Women and minorities in the workforce A large portion of Sri Lanka's factory work is provided by women. As of 2010, 350,000 women are employed in the country's 850 apparel factories, or 85% of the industry's workforce. Ethnic minorities also play a significant role in apparel production. See also Economy of Sri Lanka Textile industry References External links Sri Lanka Apparel Exporters' Association Sri Lanka Industry in Sri Lanka