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BSR Insight Article: Identifying Human-Trafficking Risks in Supply Chains
Elissa Goldenberg, Associate, Advisory Services
The U.S. Department of State's "2010 Trafficking in Persons Report" provides in-depth assessments of and recommendations for 177 countries, with the aim to eliminate modern slavery. The report also outlines key trends, the challenges and successes in identifying and protecting victims, and the need for governments to incorporate anti-trafficking policies in response to natural disasters. Read more
Report: Conflict Minerals and the Democratic Republic of the Congo
Marshall Chase, Associate Director, Advisory Services
NGOs, governments, and businesses are increasingly focused on the issue of "conflict minerals," whose sourcing and trade support armed groups in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. This report offers an overview of these mineral supply chains and the relevance for a range of industries, and highlights challenges and opportunities for companies to address conflict minerals in their supply chains through support of supply chain responsibility efforts, government engagement on the issue, and local capacity building in the Congo. Read more
BSR Insight Article: Effective Informed Consent Policies for Indigenous Peoples
Elissa Goldenberg, Associate, Advisory Services
According to a new report commissioned by the Canadian oil and gas company Talisman, the long-term benefits of securing the free, prior, and informed consent (FPIC) of indigenous peoples potentially impacted by operations outweigh challenges such as identifying relevant indigenous peoples, defining an appropriate negotiation process, and working inside countries with unsupportive governments. Read more
BSR Insight Article: How Sustainability Can Transform the Travel and Tourism Sector
Kara Hurst, Former Vice President
In the past, social responsibility in the travel and tourism sector was equated with “ecotourism.” However, companies such as Accor, Hilton, Hyatt, IHG, and Starwood are now implementing innovative solutions that also reduce the environmental impact of their operations, save money, and benefit local economic development. Read more
BSR Insight Article: Update on the UN ‘Protect, Respect, and Remedy’ Framework
Nikki Weston
UN Special Representative on Business and Human Rights John Ruggie's latest report highlights several ways that governments can prevent human rights abuses involving business. One recommendation in particular focuses on the role of government in fostering a company culture that respects human rights. Three of his suggested policy tools include: Read more
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