BSR Insight Archives: 2011 12
December 20, 2011
BSR’s Climate Initiatives for 2012
The close of 2011 marks the end of a record year for weather disasters and an inconclusive finish to the COP17 climate talks. For 2012, that means climate leadership will rest firmly on the shoulders of business.
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December 13, 2011
Corporate Complicity in Human Rights
Human Rights Day, which took place just a few days ago, gives us an opportunity to reflect on the continuing challenges for business and human rights. Chief among these is the issue of “corporate complicity” in human rights violations. Companies are expected to avoid direct violations of human rights, but they are also expected to avoid complicity in violations committed by others.
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December 6, 2011
Are You a Corporate Idealist?
This is the time of year when many of us are making lists: presents to buy (or presents we want), resolutions to follow, last-minute things to get done before the offices close for the holidays. This week, Christine Bader, BSR's Human Rights Advisor, offers her own list in the form of a “manifesto” for the Corporate Idealist.
