When companies purchase goods and services, they join a global supply chain where human rights violations, such as forced labour and unsafe working conditions, are unfortunately common.
Environmental damage can also impact human and indigenous rights, affecting living standards and cultural practices.
Integrating human rights requirements into procurement practices over time improves the human rights performance of suppliers and companies.
- Starting with due diligence on key suppliers and considering social and environmental impacts throughout the product lifecycle is crucial.
- Establishing minimum and desired criteria, signalling expectations through a supplier code of conduct, and supporting suppliers in meeting these expectations are essential steps.
- Regular audit and evaluation ensures progress and identifies areas for improvement in upholding human rights standards.
Human rights concerns related to the workplace include impacts on:
Human rights concerns related to broader freedoms and entitlements include impacts on:
More than 450 million
people work in supply chain-related jobs.
(International Labour Organization - ILO)
68%
of consumers say businesses must ensure all their suppliers meet high social and environmental standards.
(EY survey - May 2021)
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Givvable will help you:
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Our scope: multi-industries, worldwide.
Our clients are SME’s operating in wood, metal, textile, decoration, printing, construction and renovation businesses.
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