Applying the Guiding Principles in the fight against human traffickingColleen Theron20.11.2012

What are the UN Guiding principles/Ruggie principles

Set of universal standardsPrevent companies violating human rights Ensure adequate redressNot legally binding Universally applicable benchmarks

Why should company’s know about them?

Any company can be measured against themCan be criticized by civil societyRisks to companies :• Legal and regulatory• Reputational • Operational

How can business violate these rights?

DirectlyIndirectly By associationInvestments Consider how the principles apply to human trafficking

What can business do to remedy/prevent?

ChaincheckerUnderstand the meaning of traffickingWhat’s included , what is excluded? Second pillar of principles 11-29 set out process guidanceUnderstand where it operates, who it works with, how to do this responsibly

Some key aspects

Policies and ProceduresDue DiligenceSupply chain management Stakeholder issuesUnderstanding effective integrationReporting Operational level grievance mechanisms

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