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Blog: Keeping Up With the New Generation of Workers in China
By Jeremy Prepscius, Managing Director, Asia, and Helen Zhang, Administrative Assistant
An interesting article (article is in Chinese) recently published by the All-China Federation of Trade Union (ACFTU) explores the differences between the new generation of migrant workers in China—defined as rural, migrant workers who are 16 years old or older—and their parents’ generation, in terms of their backgrounds, their work-life expectations, and their awareness of labor rights. Read more →
Report: Supply Chain Sustainability: A Practical Guide for Continuous Improvement
Peder Michael Pruzan-Jorgensen, Vice President, Europe, Middle East, and Africa
More and more companies are extending their commitment to responsible business practices to their value chains, from subsidiaries to suppliers. They do so not only because of the inherent social and environmental risks and the governance challenges the supply chain poses, but also because of the many rewards supply chain sustainability can deliver. Indeed, sustainable supply chain management can be a strong driver of value and success--for business as much as for society. 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
Blog: HERproject: Making Women’s Health Care a Global Reality
Aron Cramer, President and CEO
Ever since Al Gore was focused on NAFTA, not climate change, debate has raged over whether globalization has helped or hurt workers, communities, and national economies. One question in particular has been front and center: what about the treatment of workers in the thousands of factories that make products for western consumers? But too often, the particular needs of women driving the global economy have been overlooked. Read more →
BSR Insight Article: Malaysia Reconsiders Right-to-Work Policy for Refugees
In an attempt to mitigate labor shortages and improve its image as a rights-respecting nation, Malaysia—an important country to global supply chains—is considering granting refugees the right to work, which would allow companies operating in the country to directly recruit migrant workers living in Malaysia. This could help companies reduce their reliance on an international recruitment process that can be risky and expensive for both business and workers. The government's move is supported by some Malaysian civil society organizations and the Malaysian Trades Union Congress. Read more
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