Human Rights and Governance

Advancing Human Rights and Governance

COVID-19: The role of business-led innovation and advocacy in supporting refugees

COVID-19 has reignited debate on the role of purpose in business. At a recent webinar, the Business Refugee Action Network highlighted how businesses can support refugees at this time of crisis. Discussion focused on the impact on refugee livelihoods, the role of private sector programming, and the urgency of cross-sectoral collaboration. 
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Technology and Partnerships: Force Multipliers for an Inclusive Economic Recovery

Five tips for how social sector organizations can use technology to help combat COVID-19’s economic impact
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Inclusive digital payments solutions for the garment sector workers in Bangladesh

In March, when we announced the taka 5000 crore stimulus package (about $600 million) to pay workers’ salaries in export-oriented sectors, particularly ready-made garments which account for over 80% of the country’s exports, we encountered a major roadblock. Only 1.5 million of the 4 million workers were paid digitally. The rest were paid in cash.
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Addressing gender-based violence and harassment

Gender-based violence and harassment is a widespread and serious global issue that affects individuals in the workplace, their communities, and homes. CDC, EBRD and IFC have partnered to develop practical guidance that supports the private sector in efforts to address gender-based violence and harassment.
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How to Safeguard the Livelihoods of Women Farmers and Entrepreneurs during the COVID-19 Pandemic

Among its many impacts, the COVID-19 pandemic has the potential to reverse recent gains to women’s economic empowerment. This article by TechnoServe Gender Director Cristina Manfre presents a strategy to ensure that the global community’s response to the pandemic safeguards against the risks to women’s livelihoods and enables them to help lead the economic recovery.
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VIDEO: What is the place of human rights in the business environment?

Members of the Business Fights Poverty share their insights through a series of “how-to” videos and seminars on the themes of Business Fights Poverty Online 2020. Professor Michael K. Addo, Director of the London Law Program at the University of Notre Dame explores the place of human rights in the business environment and the latest thinking on this topic.
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Jane Pillinger and Alice Allan

Meet two global experts on gender equality and addressing gender-based violence (GBV) at home and work – Jane Pillinger and Alice Allan.
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Global Summit 2020 – Day 4 Webinar 1

Our webinar explored “Beyond Barriers: Gender Inclusivity in the Digital Age,” focusing on improving women’s access to technology and using tech to address inequalities.
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Joyce Mbaya-Ikiao

What are the skills we need for the future? Meet Joyce Mbaya-Ikiao, Founder and CEO of Zydii – the digital learning platform contextualized for the African learner. Joyce is a former star of The Apprentice Africa, 2008, acclaimed author and now business leader focused on skills and Standard Chartered Futuremakers Alumni.
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Rebuild Better. Rebuild Now

The time for treating coronavirus as only or even principally a health crisis is over, says Hand in Hand International CEO Dorothea Arndt. NGOs are urgently refocusing on livelihoods – and they need the business community’s help
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How companies can take action to address white privilege 

Everybody’s multiple identities will have an impact on how they experience life at work. People’s age, ethnicity, gender or sexual orientation or a mental or physical disability can all bring advantages and disadvantages.  Taking a broader approach to how we view others and not just looking at gender or race in silos, is key to achieving company diversity and inclusion ambitions.
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Indigenous Perspectives on Poverty Eradication, Corporate Engagement and the SDGS

The 2030 Agenda does not identify as important some of the most fundamental principles of the UN Declaration of the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP) such as the right to self-determination in securing control over traditional lands, territories and resources. This paper considers how UNDRIP can inform the activities of corporations to assist in the eradication of poverty among Indigenous Peoples
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To find out what ‘better’ looks like we must listen to those most affected

As past crises show, whilst disasters affect everyone, inequality is exacerbated. Girls are among the worst affected in any crisis, particularly in the long term. They are exposed to specific risks due to their age and gender – their voices often the least heard, and their rights and needs left unmet. This global pandemic gives us the chance to set a new course for these girls and we must take it. But we cannot ‘Build Back Better’ without ensuring to #ListenToGirls.
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Digital innovation to support African SMEs

COVID-19 may significantly hinder economic and social development across Africa. If the continent is to recover, then micro-entrepreneurs and SMEs will be the engine of growth. Local businesses will provide livelihoods for millions of people and goods and services to a growing consumer base. At the heart of this business-led recovery will be digital technology; a catalyst for inclusive growth.
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Developing Skills and Quality Jobs for Young People

In the light of this crisis, developing skills and creating quality jobs for young people becomes an urgent priority for ensuring the future stability of society, reducing poverty and providing some means of survival for millions around the world.
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How do we achieve gender and racial equity?

The pandemic has had a disproportionate impact by gender, race and income level. The murder of George Floyd has highlighted the urgent need for
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Masterclass Series: Gender Equality for Business

A two-part masterclass series by Business Call to Action and Oxfam on Gender Equality for Business is now available online. The series explores how businesses can identify, value and address women’s priorities, needs and voices – and why this matters for companies.
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Alexa Roscoe

Meet Alexa Roscoe. Alexa leads a team exploring disruptive technology for the International Finance Corporation’s (IFC) Gender and Economic Inclusion Group. Part of the World Bank.
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Integrated Corporate Governance: Six Leadership Priorities For Boards Beyond The Crisis

The COVID-19 crisis is accelerating a shift toward a more integrated approach to corporate governance that has been gathering force for some time
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Scalability, Sustainability and Participation in Value Chain

This is the second in a three part series, published in the lead up to Standard Chartered’s Futuremakers Forum online events 2020.  Join the conversation exploring innovative ideas and tangible solutions for financing young entrepreneurs.
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