All publications: responsible business conduct

Joint UN Global Compact-ILO learning plan for companies “Advancing decent work through the UN Global Compact Labour Principles”

To further support businesses in implementing the labour principles of the UN Global Compact, the UN Global Compact, the ILO and the ITC-ILO have developed a joint learning plan for companies based on the ILO standards, resources and tools, as well...

ILO Working paper 71

How corporate social responsibility and sustainable development functions impact the workplace: A review of the literature

This report sets out to analyse the emergence and distinctive impact of corporate social responsibility and sustainable development (CSR/SD) functions and professionals within organizations. By evaluating the literature on this topic, it seeks to...

Responsible supply chains

Driving change: A market systems analysis of responsible business practices in Thailand’s automotive parts sector

The study was conducted to generate in depth knowledge and map the automotive sector in Thailand.

Infographic: RSCA Programme in action

A summary of the programme's approach and impact.

Report

The contribution of IPAs to achieving SDG 8 - Report of the ILO-WAIPA Survey of Investment Promotion Agencies on inclusive economic growth...

Self-assessment tool for enterprises

A self-assessment tool for enterprises based on the Tripartite Declaration of Principles concerning Multinational Enterprises and Social...

Labour Inspection Technical Note on strategic compliance planning for decent work in global supply chains

Mapping interventions addressing child labour and working conditions in artisanal mineral supply chains

This mapping research aims to provide a high-level review of interventions (projects and initiatives) that aim to address child labour and poor working conditions (either directly or indirectly) in the Artisanal and Small-scale Mining (ASM) sector...

Decent work in a globalized economy: Lessons from public and private initiatives

The hybridization and proliferation of forms and mechanisms of governance is a consequence of the fragmentation of production across national boundaries. The emergence of global supply chains has provided new opportunities for many developing...

For Journalists: an introduction to the Responsible Supply Chains in Asia (Viet Nam) programme

A brief summary of the key elements of the programme

Responsible Supply Chains in Asia

For Journalists: An introduction to the Responsible Supply Chains in Asia (China) Programme

This document is briefing summary of the key elements of the RSCA programme

For Journalists: An introduction to the Responsible Supply Chains in Asia (Myanmar) programme

This document contains a brief summary of key elements of the RSCA programme

For Journalists: An introduction to the Responsible Supply Chains in Asia (Philippines) programme

This document contains a brief summary of the key features of the RSCA programme

Labour Law Compliance and the Role of Labour: Inspection in Viet Nam’s Electronics Sector

The study mapped out the industry situation and sought to address how enterprises can generate more and better jobs through socially responsible labour practices in Viet Nam’s electronics sector, taking into account the evolving transnational...

For journalists: An introduction to the Responsible Supply Chains in Asia (Japan) programme.

Key facts and resources

For Journalists: an introduction to the Responsible Supply Chains in Aisa (Thailand) programme

This document contains a brief summary of the key elements of the RSCA programme

More and Better Jobs through Socially Responsible Labour and Business Practices in the Electronics Sector of Viet Nam

This report seeks to contribute to the question of how enterprises can generate more and better jobs through socially responsible labour and business practices in the Vietnamese electronics sector, taking into account the evolving transnational...

Working paper

What drives CSR? An empirical analysis on the labour dimensions of CSR (MOBI)

Relying on the data provided by an ESG rating agency, this paper aims at bringing more understanding on the diversity of firms’ behaviours in terms of labour related CSR and filling a gap on the potential role of labour market institutions,...

Working paper

What drives CSR? An empirical analysis on the labour dimensions of CSR (EPUB)

Relying on the data provided by an ESG rating agency, this paper aims at bringing more understanding on the diversity of firms’ behaviours in terms of labour related CSR and filling a gap on the potential role of labour market institutions,...

ILO Working paper 7

What drives CSR? An empirical analysis on the labour dimensions of CSR

Relying on the data provided by an ESG rating agency, this paper aims at bringing more understanding on the diversity of firms’ behaviours in terms of labour related CSR and filling a gap on the potential role of labour market institutions,...