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BSR Insight Article: A Focus on Human Rights Day
Julia Robinson, Communications Associate
For Human Rights Day (yesterday), we are taking a moment to highlight some of BSR’s work and perspectives on human rights over the past year. Read more
BSR Insight Article: China’s Social Security System: Impact on Brands and Suppliers
Jeremy Prepscius, Vice President, Asia-Pacific
In China, social security, labor, and trade union laws are changing. At the same time, worker demands and desires are also evolving. With costs of production and workers’ expectations both rising, a middle ground is increasingly difficult to find. Consequently, negotiations often end in strikes, which affect workers, factories, and buyers. Read more
BSR Insight Article: How Microsoft Did It: Implementing the Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights
Dan Bross, Senior Director, Microsoft Corporate Citizenship
As a company committed to human rights as part of its mission of helping people and businesses throughout the world realize their full potential, Microsoft has a long history of working with NGOs and industry peers to tackle important human rights issues. We were founding members of both the Global Network Initiative, which focuses on protecting the freedom of expression and privacy of internet users, and the Electronic Industry Citizenship Coalition, which promotes high labor, ethical, and environmental standards in the electronics supply chain. Read more
Blog: China’s Social Risk Reviews: A Tool Not a Burden
Christine Bader, Human Rights Advisor, BSR
Earlier this month, China's leadership announced that "social risk reviews" will be required for all major industrial projects. Read more →
BSR Insight Article: What Is Business’ Top Sustainability Priority for 2013?
Julia Robinson, Communications Associate
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