All news: responsible business conduct

Press release

National dialogue develops a pathway to strengthen responsible business in Indonesia’s electronics industry

The ILO-led event supports Indonesia’s growing commitment to promoting human rights at work in business operations and supply chains.

Disability inclusion and Environmental, Social, Governance (ESG)

Business leaders pledge to include disability in sustainability efforts

By committing to prioritize the inclusion of persons with disabilities in corporate sustainability practices, the ILO Global Business and Disability Network is pioneering leadership in this field.

Promoting responsible business conduct for the realization of decent work among enterprises in Nigeria

On 21 and 23 October 2024, the ILO, in collaboration with IOE and NECA, conducted workshops on responsible business conduct for the realization of decent work in Lagos and Abuja, gathering 164 participants to discuss the ILO MNE Declaration.

Latin America

Regional forum promotes dialogue on trade, responsible business conduct and decent work

In Santiago, Chile, representatives from governments, businesses, unions, and civil society engaged in dialogue on the role of trade in promoting decent work and sustainability. Organized by the ILO and ECLAC, the Forum highlighted the importance of...

RBCLAC project

Second phase of Responsible Business Conduct in Latin America and the Caribbean project launched

The second phase of the Responsible Business Conduct project in Latin America and the Caribbean was launched to foster sustainable and inclusive growth across nine countries. Running through 2028, this phase will promote responsible business aligned...

Responsible business conduct

Tripartite representatives from the nine CPLP member states convened in Lisbon to discuss business, trade, investment and decent work

From 14 to 18 October 2024, the ILO, in collaboration with the Community of Portuguese-Speaking Countries (CPLP), Portuguese Institute of Employment and Professional Training (IEFP) and the government of Portugal, brought together tripartite...

Responsible business conduct

Belgium's National Labour Council adopts 2024 national action plan for the promotion of the ILO MNE Declaration

Belgium’s National Labour Council has adopted its 2024 national action plan to promote the ILO MNE Declaration, reinforcing its commitment to responsible business practices for decent work.

Event

ILO successfully co-organized the 6th UN Responsible Business and Human Rights Forum, Asia-Pacific

Tripartism and social dialogue

New toolkit to help strengthen responsible business conduct in Thailand’s automotive supply chain

Practical industry-oriented toolkit launched by ILO to enhance social dialogue between employer and workers at the enterprise level.

Business and human rights

Businesses as a key driver to the implementation of Responsible Business Conduct in Indonesia

Two ILO’s Japan-funded regional projects team up with relevant ministries and partners in Indonesia to strengthen and improve Indonesia’s National Strategy on Business and Human Rights.

Remedy blueprint

6th United Nations Responsible Business and Human Rights Forum, Asia-Pacific

Forum focusses on bridging gaps and accelerating access to remedy; sessions can be followed in person or virtually.

Business and human rights

ILO and Apindo team-up to promote responsible business and skills development in Batam’s electronics sector

Known as a free trade zone, Batam improves its responsible business conduct and skills development with support from the ILO and the Indonesian Employers’ Association (Apindo).

Business and human rights

Indonesia’s electronics sector to pilot responsible business conduct initiative

The ILO and the Indonesian Employers’ Association (Apindo) explores a joint initiative to piloting the implementation of responsible business conduct at the enterprise level.

Press release

Indonesia strengthens the implementation of its National Strategy on Business and Human Rights

The Ministry of Manpower, the Directorate General of Human Rights of the Ministry of Law and Human Rights and the International Labour Organization (ILO), supported by the Japanese government, conducted a National Seminar on Strengthening the...

Enterprise development

Union leader ventures as entrepreneur to create jobs

A former union leader grows his shirt printing business, creates jobs and fosters responsible and safe workplaces.

ILO study reveals skills development and responsible business conduct needs in Thailand’s automotive sector

Findings highlight need for industry to adapt to transition to electric and low-carbon vehicles.

News

Bangladesh constituents discuss Human Rights Due Diligence developments in relation to International Labour Standards and the ILO MNE...

Resilient and sustainable supply chains need decent work, says ILO Caribbean at UNCTAD global forum

Discussions focused on labour standards, responsible business conduct, social dialogue and protection of seafarers.

Press release

Reskilling and upskilling are key to create Indonesia’s skilled and competitive workers in electronics sector

The ILO is releasing key findings of skills development needs and the employment situation in Indonesia’s electronics sector. The survey provides evidence to support the Indonesian government’s efforts to create competitive and skilled workers to...

New ILO report urges efforts to strengthen responsible business practices in Thailand's automotive sector

Findings reveal opportunities to enhance decent work conditions and tackle disparities, emphasizing collaboration for industry-wide improvements.