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Tech Forward Solutions: Harnessing Innovation to Address Human Rights Risks in the Supply Chain

April 25, 2024

Companies are increasingly leveraging emerging technology to identify, assess, and address human rights risks across their supply chain.

The Role of Legislation in Supporting Access to Effective Grievance Mechanisms: Reflections from the OECD Forum

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The Role of Legislation in Supporting Access to Effective Grievance Mechanisms: Reflections from the OECD Forum

March 15, 2024

An OECD Forum session on grievance mechanisms recognized due diligence legislation supporting accessible grievance mechanisms while also highlighting persistent challenges.

Support worker organizing, and the rest will follow: Reflections from the OECD Forum

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Support worker organizing, and the rest will follow: Reflections from the OECD Forum

March 6, 2024

An underlying theme of the 2024 OECD Forum on Due Diligence in the Garment and Footwear Sector was the power imbalance between various entities in the sector, and the need to engage all rightsholders if meaningful progress is to be made.

Conducting a Child Rights Impact Assessment for the Wikimedia Foundation

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Conducting a Child Rights Impact Assessment for the Wikimedia Foundation

February 8, 2024

In today's digital age, online platforms play a significant role in the lives of children. A child rights impact assessment (CRIA) is an important tool for organizations to identify and assess actual and potential risks to children, and support the development of a holistic approach to managing child rights across an organization.

12th UN Forum on Business and Human Rights – Day Three Recap

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12th UN Forum on Business and Human Rights – Day Three Recap

December 6, 2023

The final day of the 12th UN Forum on Business and Human Rights ended by reflecting on the decades of positive movement in the field and invigorated participants to continue furthering human rights in business.

12th UN Forum on Business and Human Rights – Day Two Recap

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12th UN Forum on Business and Human Rights – Day Two Recap

November 29, 2023

Climate change and its negative impacts on human rights and protection of human rights defenders are key topics being discussed at 12th United Nations Forum on Business and Human Rights. Read an overview of the panels from the second day of the forum covering these topics and what practical steps companies can take.

12th UN Forum on Business and Human Rights – Day One Recap

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12th UN Forum on Business and Human Rights – Day One Recap

November 28, 2023

The 12th United Nations Forum on Business and Human Rights kicked-off on November 27 in Geneva. The panels cover a range of topics and diverse stakeholders. We have summarized a few panels along with key takeaways for companies to consider implementing in their own operations.

Advancing Human Rights Leadership in Technology Regulation

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Advancing Human Rights Leadership in Technology Regulation

November 15, 2023

Article One interviewed leaders in the ICT field to understand how emerging human rights and technology regulations are impacting how companies approach human rights due diligence.

Collective Learning to Advance Human Rights Leadership in Technology Regulation

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Collective Learning to Advance Human Rights Leadership in Technology Regulation

November 15, 2023

Article One interviewed leaders in the ICT field to understand how emerging human rights and technology regulations are impacting how companies approach human rights due diligence.

The RBA’s Annual Conference Highlighted the Three C’s When Thinking About the Supply Chain of the Future

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The RBA’s Annual Conference Highlighted the Three C’s When Thinking About the Supply Chain of the Future

November 1, 2023

The theme of this year’s Responsible Business Alliance’s (RBA) annual conference was “The Supply Chain of the Future.” The discussions brought forward a vision that emphasizes the three C’s: Communication, Collaboration, and Commitment, key pillars of Article One’s next generation supply chain strategy.

Three Key Reflections from This Year’s Engaging Business Forum

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Three Key Reflections from This Year’s Engaging Business Forum

October 24, 2023

Article One reflects on the key themes that emerged at the Engaging Business Forum in 2023, challenges that we believe will shape the business and human rights field in the coming years.

Labor Law Rollbacks Across the US Put Children in Harm’s Way

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Labor Law Rollbacks Across the US Put Children in Harm’s Way

August 30, 2023

For the last 24 years, the US Fair Labor Standards Act has established federal laws to protect the educational opportunities of minors and prohibit their employment in jobs that are detrimental to their health or well-being.

Businesses Should Think Twice About Developing and Deploying Emotion Recognition

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Businesses Should Think Twice About Developing and Deploying Emotion Recognition

August 23, 2023

Emotion recognition technology, which leverages machine learning, deep learning, and computer vision to recognize emotions, presents unique human rights risks that require ongoing assessment by states and businesses.

The Need for Human Rights Due Diligence of the Shipping Sector

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The Need for Human Rights Due Diligence of the Shipping Sector

August 10, 2023

Despite its crucial role in delivering goods across the world, the shipping sector has not been a focal point in HRDD. However, this blog argues that there is a unique risk context in shipping that justifies its prioritisation.

Proposed EU Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive: Update on Developments, Briefing No. 3

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Proposed EU Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive: Update on Developments, Briefing No. 3

August 1, 2023 | By Dr. Rachel Widdis, Director EMEA

A final CSDDD text is expected late 2023 or early 2024. In this briefing, Article One outlines common themes and divergences across the European Parliament, Commission and Council's negotiating positions.

Setting a Sponsorship & Human Rights Strategy: Collaborating & Taking Action to Address Risks

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Setting a Sponsorship & Human Rights Strategy: Collaborating & Taking Action to Address Risks

July 24, 2023

Corporate sponsors have a responsibility to address potential adverse impacts on people associated with their sponsorship activities. Working in collaboration to do so can help drive systemic change.

All Voices Need to be Heard at the Global Fashion Summit

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All Voices Need to be Heard at the Global Fashion Summit

July 6, 2023

The Global Fashion Summit brings together global industry leadership, change makers and thinkers to accelerate the transition to a more sustainable fashion industry.

Setting a Sponsorship & Human Rights Strategy: Conducting Due Diligence & Engaging Stakeholders

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Setting a Sponsorship & Human Rights Strategy: Conducting Due Diligence & Engaging Stakeholders

June 14, 2023 | By Keri Lloyd

To meet their responsibility to respect human rights across their value chain, companies can ‘know and show’ their commitment by taking these steps to act with due diligence and engage stakeholders.

Setting a Sponsorship & Human Rights Strategy: Getting Started

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Setting a Sponsorship & Human Rights Strategy: Getting Started

May 19, 2023 | By Keri Lloyd

Companies’ responsibility to respect human rights extends to their sponsorships and corporate partnerships. To operationalize their human rights commitment in the context of sponsorships, companies should start with their due diligence approach.

Respecting Indigenous Peoples’ Rights is Every Business’s Business

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Respecting Indigenous Peoples’ Rights is Every Business’s Business

May 11, 2023 | By Claire Kaula

As companies continue to advance their human rights due diligence programs, they have an opportunity to give special consideration to their potential impacts on Indigenous Peoples’ rights.

A Decade Later: Lessons from the Rana Plaza Building Collapse

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A Decade Later: Lessons from the Rana Plaza Building Collapse

April 24, 2023 | By Sanchita Banerjee Saxena

The 10-year anniversary of the Rana Plaza building collapse is an important marker to recognize some of the progress that's been made as well as identify key areas that require a much stronger focus to advance human rights.

Human Rights Defenders and Business: Marking 25 years of the UN Declaration

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Human Rights Defenders and Business: Marking 25 years of the UN Declaration

April 12, 2023 | By Bronagh Kieran

The Business and Human Rights Resource Centre reports that attacks against human rights defenders are increasing worldwide.

Technology Takes Center Stage at the Summit for Democracy

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Technology Takes Center Stage at the Summit for Democracy

By Peter Chapman | April 6, 2023

Article One's Peter Chapman joined a wide range of governments, companies, and activists at the second Summit for Democracy in Washington, D.C.

Five Steps Business Can Take to Meet Growing Expectations for Online Child Safety

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Five Steps Business Can Take to Meet Growing Expectations for Online Child Safety

March 29, 2023 | By Ilse Heine

Protecting children’s rights in the digital environment is more important than ever. Article One proposes five steps for companies to align with the child rights and business principles.

Why Responsible Innovation Principles Are Important

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Why Responsible Innovation Principles Are Important

March 15, 2023 | By Sarah Ryan

Holistic RI principles help companies set a north star in their development of products that “do no harm” – or mitigate as much harm as possible.

Article One’s Dr. Rachel Widdis speaks with IHRB and CoE on the future of human rights due diligence

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Article One’s Dr. Rachel Widdis speaks with IHRB and CoE on the future of human rights due diligence

March 10, 2023 | By Staff

Article One's Dr. Rachel Widdis speaks with IHRB and other key stakeholders on the significance of human rights due diligence.

Five key takeaways from the OECD Forum on Due Diligence in the Garment & Footwear Sector

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Tech Forward Solutions: Harnessing Innovation to Address Human Rights Risks in the Supply Chain

The Role of Legislation in Supporting Access to Effective Grievance Mechanisms: Reflections from the OECD Forum

Support worker organizing, and the rest will follow: Reflections from the OECD Forum

Conducting a Child Rights Impact Assessment for the Wikimedia Foundation

12th UN Forum on Business and Human Rights – Day Three Recap

12th UN Forum on Business and Human Rights – Day Two Recap

12th UN Forum on Business and Human Rights – Day One Recap

Advancing Human Rights Leadership in Technology Regulation

Collective Learning to Advance Human Rights Leadership in Technology Regulation

The RBA’s Annual Conference Highlighted the Three C’s When Thinking About the Supply Chain of the Future

Three Key Reflections from This Year’s Engaging Business Forum

Labor Law Rollbacks Across the US Put Children in Harm’s Way

Businesses Should Think Twice About Developing and Deploying Emotion Recognition

The Need for Human Rights Due Diligence of the Shipping Sector

Proposed EU Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive: Update on Developments, Briefing No. 3

Setting a Sponsorship & Human Rights Strategy: Collaborating & Taking Action to Address Risks

All Voices Need to be Heard at the Global Fashion Summit

Setting a Sponsorship & Human Rights Strategy: Conducting Due Diligence & Engaging Stakeholders

Setting a Sponsorship & Human Rights Strategy: Getting Started

Respecting Indigenous Peoples’ Rights is Every Business’s Business

A Decade Later: Lessons from the Rana Plaza Building Collapse

Human Rights Defenders and Business: Marking 25 years of the UN Declaration

Technology Takes Center Stage at the Summit for Democracy

Five Steps Business Can Take to Meet Growing Expectations for Online Child Safety

Why Responsible Innovation Principles Are Important

Article One’s Dr. Rachel Widdis speaks with IHRB and CoE on the future of human rights due diligence

Five key takeaways from the OECD Forum on Due Diligence in the Garment & Footwear Sector

Can Regulation Catch up to AI?

Five Questions for Responsible Innovation Leaders: Google’s Unni Nair

Meet Pete: Introducing Article One’s Inaugural Technology & Human Rights Lead

Five Questions for Responsible Innovation Leaders: Cisco’s Alyssa Ofstein

Five Questions for Responsible Innovation Leaders: TikTok’s Vaibhav Pahwa

Five Questions for Responsible Innovation Leaders: Salesforce’s Kathy Baxter

How to Build a Rights-Respecting Trust & Safety Program

State Of The Field: The Key Challenges For Business And Human Rights In 2023

The Right To Information: A Unique Addition In The Norwegian Transparency Act

Is Your Company’s Money Where Its Mouth Is?

Five Actions Companies Can Take To Support Voting Rights

Upholding The ‘S’ In “ESG”

AI Is Everyone’s Business

Responsible Innovation: What Every Non-Tech Company Needs To Know

Responsible Innovation: What Every Tech Company Needs To Know

EU Commission Proposal: Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive, Briefing Note No. 2

An Update On The EU Mandatory Human Rights Due Diligence

It’s Time To Talk About Your Climate Legacy: 3 Best Practices For Businesses To Approach Climate Justice And Accountability

Let’s Try This In 2022: Put People At The Center Of Materiality

EU Mandatory Human Rights and Environmental Due Diligence, Briefing Note No. 1

Article One’s Summer Reading List

Respecting Human Rights: In Sickness And In Health

Our Assessment Of Facebook’s Human Rights Impacts In Sri Lanka & Indonesia

Child Rights In The Apparel Industry: Working Towards A Holistic Approach

Article One’s Annual Summer Reading List: 2018 Edition

Children’s Rights Online: An Interview With UNICEF’s Patrick Geary

Child Safeguarding: A Toolkit For Business

It’s Time To Bridge The Human Resources And Human Rights Siloes

2018: The Year To Protect All Vulnerable Groups From Workplace Abuse

The Year In Review: Ten Of Our Favorite Business & Human Rights ‘Reads’ From 2017

Article One’s Summer Reading List

Five Questions For Business & Human Rights Leaders: Louise Nicholls, M&S

A Conversation With New Article One Senior Advisor Dan Bross

The Weakening Of State Human Rights Protections Under Secretary Tillerson

Five Questions For Business & Human Rights Leaders: Lis Best, Qualcomm

Climate Change’s Inadvertent Human Rights Impacts In The Agriculture Industry

What Does International Women’s Day Mean To You?

What France’s New Law Requiring Human Rights Due Diligence Means For Your Company

Three Human Rights Issues In Retail That You Might Have Overlooked

Three Ways Stakeholders Hold Companies Accountable For Human Rights

The Year In Review: Ten Of Our Favorite Business & Human Rights ‘Reads’ From 2016

Five Questions For Business & Human Rights Leaders: Phil Bloomer, Business & Human Rights Resource Centre

Video: Leading Human Rights In Business

Technology & Human Rights: Five Trends That Matter To All Companies

Five Questions For Business & Human Rights Leaders: Irit Tamir, Oxfam America

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