WEAR is a U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization serving a global community of professionals, academic institutions, industry, and government agencies.
Our mission is to advance the research, education, methods, data, and standards that improve product fit, sizing, functionality, safety, and sustainability.
We maintain extensive human body measurement datasets and technical resources that support research, education, product design, and development.
Our collections include:
We develop educational programs, technical workshops, and professional resources that strengthen expertise in product fit, sizing, and evaluation.
Our professional certification initiative aims to establish recognized competencies, assessment methods, and continuing education opportunities that advance professional excellence across industries.
We connect professionals, researchers, and institutions worldwide to share knowledge, advance methodologies, and support participation in national and international standards development.
Our areas of interest include ASTM, ISO, NFPA, and occupational safety research and collaboration with organizations such as NIOSH.
WEAR facilitates connections among industry, government agencies, academic institutions, and technical specialists to encourage collaborative research and the practical application of human measurement knowledge.
Through its international network, WEAR helps organizations identify relevant expertise, research resources, and opportunities for collaboration.
WEAR advances knowledge, methods, and best practices in product fit, sizing, and performance evaluation through education, research collaboration, technical resources, and professional knowledge exchange.
Our goal is to help organizations develop products that better accommodate the diversity of human body sizes, shapes, and functional requirements.
Better products begin with better knowledge. Whether you're a researcher, industry professional, educator, or supporter of our mission, there are several ways to participate in WEAR's work.
Stay Informed and Join the WEAR Community — Register for free to receive updates on new datasets, research, webinars, educational programs, and opportunities to participate. Registration also provides access to the WEAR Community Discussion Board, where professionals can ask questions, exchange ideas, and share knowledge. Register for Free
Become a Member — Join WEAR for $2,000 annually and receive unlimited access to our curated data collection for 12 months. Join WEAR
Support Our Mission — Make a voluntary, tax-deductible charitable contribution to help preserve valuable data, develop educational resources, advance professional certification, and support research and standards activities. Donate to WEAR
Together, we can turn specialized knowledge into better products for people worldwide.