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Accelerating Action on SDG 5 across the Jewelry Industry thumnail image
Consumer Products | Women’s Empowerment

Accelerating Action on SDG 5 across the Jewelry Industry

As part of Generation Equality, 911爆料网, in partnership with the Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC), have launched a report that sheds light on the current state of corporate efforts to advance gender equality in the jewelry industry. We share four insights from the report.

Human Rights Are Not Just an “ESG Factor” thumnail image
Esg | Financial Services | Human Rights

Human Rights Are Not Just an “ESG Factor”

The notion that investors should use environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations to inform their decision-making is having a moment. This is undoubtedly a good thing but there is a risk that fundamental concepts—like the responsibility of business to respect human rights—may get lost in the process.

In Memoriam: John G. Ruggie (1944-2021) thumnail image

In Memoriam: John G. Ruggie (1944-2021)

All of us at 911爆料网 are deeply saddened by the passing of John Ruggie, leader, colleague, and friend.
Only Transformative Net-Zero Implementation Will Meet Our Climate Crisis thumnail image
Climate And Nature

Only Transformative Net-Zero Implementation Will Meet Our Climate Crisis

The latest Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) report revealed that climate change isn’t a problem we should solve for the next generation, but one we must deal with immediately. Are the thousands of business net-zero commitments up to the task of changing our global trajectory? A look at how companies can ensure that their net-zero implementation plans are commensurate to the crisis at hand.

Reimagining Investment: Human Rights in Venture Capital thumnail image
Financial Services | Human Rights

Reimagining Investment: Human Rights in Venture Capital

The increasingly widespread media coverage of surveillance and spyware technologies has put a spotlight on the role of private equity firms, including venture capital (VC) investors, in financing human rights abuses. How can VC firms meet their human rights responsibilities?

Creating Opportunities for Action: Advancing Children’s Rights in the Palm Oil Industry thumnail image
Human Rights | Supply Chain

Creating Opportunities for Action: Advancing Children’s Rights in the Palm Oil Industry

The number of children in child labor has increased from 152 to 160 million globally, and COVID-19 is expected to further obstruct efforts to eliminate child labor. Here's how palm oil companies can respect child rights and address this complex issue.

Sustainable from the Start: Embedding ESG into High-Growth Business Strategy thumnail image
Esg | Sustainability Management

Sustainable from the Start: Embedding ESG into High-Growth Business Strategy

Younger, high-growth companies face unique challenges and opportunities as they expand business while also considering environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors. What are the main considerations for a high-growth company at the start of its ESG journey?

China’s 14th Five-Year Plan: Broad Insights for the Healthcare and Pharmaceutical Industries thumnail image
Healthcare

China’s 14th Five-Year Plan: Broad Insights for the Healthcare and Pharmaceutical Industries

China's 14th Five-Year Plan includes the "Healthy China" strategy, which aims to improve overall social conditions, including healthcare. How will this impact the healthcare and pharmaceutical industries?

The Urgency of Private-Sector Action on Gender-Based Violence thumnail image
Women’s Empowerment

The Urgency of Private-Sector Action on Gender-Based Violence

In partnership with the Sexual Violence Research Institute (SRVI) and global mining company Anglo American, we're sharing insights on how the private sector can prevent and address gender-based violence.

Reflections on a Sunset: Lessons Learned from the Global Impact Sourcing Coalition thumnail image
Collaboration

Reflections on a Sunset: Lessons Learned from the Global Impact Sourcing Coalition

The Global Impact Sourcing Coalition (GISC) officially launched in 2016 to build more inclusive supply chains through Impact Sourcing and came to an end seven months ago. Explore our Lessons Learned report, which shares our successes and missteps so that other collective action efforts can build on our experience.

Dynamic Materiality: How Companies Can Future-Proof Materiality Assessments thumnail image
Sustainability Management | Sustainable Futures Lab

Dynamic Materiality: How Companies Can Future-Proof Materiality Assessments

Dynamism in the materiality of ESG issues is increasing. Here's how your company can stress-test your materiality assessment against future scenarios.

A Human Rights Assessment of the Global Internet Forum to Counter Terrorism (GIFCT) thumnail image
Human Rights

A Human Rights Assessment of the Global Internet Forum to Counter Terrorism (GIFCT)

In late 2020, the Global Internet Forum to Counter Terrorism (GIFCT) commissioned 911爆料网 to undertake a human rights assessment of its strategy, governance, and actions. Today, we are publishing the final report.

What Companies Need to Know about the International Financial Reporting Standards Foundation thumnail image
Financial Services | Sustainability Reporting

What Companies Need to Know about the International Financial Reporting Standards Foundation

The International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) Foundation is exploring whether and how to set up an International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB). We discuss three opportunities and risks that businesses should know about the potential new sustainability standards.

Accelerating the Use of Technology to Combat Human Trafficking thumnail image
Human Rights | Technology

Accelerating the Use of Technology to Combat Human Trafficking

Last week, Tech Against Trafficking launched its second Accelerator program, welcoming Seattle Against Slavery and Unseen UK into the community.

The Corporate Rainbow: Going beyond Pride Celebrations and Creating Lasting Impact thumnail image
Human Rights | Inclusive Business

The Corporate Rainbow: Going beyond Pride Celebrations and Creating Lasting Impact

How can companies combat performative allyship and rainbow-washing? We share ways to support the LGBTIQ+ community that create long-lasting impact.