Human  Rights Due Diligence (HRDD)  is a critical process for organizations committed to respecting and promoting human rights throughout their operations and supply chains. HRDD involves identifying, preventing, mitigating, and accounting for human rights impacts to ensure that businesses operate responsibly and ethically.

Our HRDD approach is developed  based  on OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises with key activities include:

  HR Risk Identification and Assessment: 

Conduct thorough assessments to identify actual  and potential human rights risks within the organization’s operations and supply chains. This includes evaluating  the severity and likelihood  of impacts on stakeholders.
  HR Policy Development: 

Assist in the development of comprehensive human rights policies that align with international  standards, such  as the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human  Rights. These policies provide a framework for addressing human rights issues.
  Stakeholder Engagement Facilitations: 

Facilitate meaningful engagement  with stakeholders, including employees, communities, suppliers, and civil society organizations, to understand their concerns and perspectives on human rights matters.
  Preventive Measures:  

Implement  proactive measures to prevent and mitigate identified human rights risks. This includes integrating human rights considerations into business processes and decision-making.
  Monitoring and Reporting: 

Establish mechanisms for continuous monitoring of human rights impacts and the effectiveness of implemented measures. Provide transparent reporting on the organization’s human rights performance to stakeholders.
  Remediation: 

Develop and implement  effective remediation processes to address any adverse human rights impacts that occur. This ensures that affected individuals and communities receive appropriate remedies.

In addition, UNDP published HRDD+ (Human Rights Due Diligence Plus) in 2024 as an advanced approach to human rights due diligence that incorporates enhanced analytics, technology, and proactive measures to ensure comprehensive human rights protection. Based on the UNDP (United Nations Development Programme)  guidelines, HRDD+ aims to help organizations identify, prevent, mitigate, and account for human rights impacts more effectively.  HRDD+ can be optional frameworks  for company to conduct HRDD.

By conducting thorough assessments, engaging stakeholders, and implementing proactive measures, HRDD helps organizations manage human rights risks effectively and contribute to positive social impact. Contact us today to learn more about our HRDD services and how they can benefit your organization.