Voluntary Principles on Security and Human Rights
Article from: OGEL 2 (2003), in Roundup of Articles
Summary
The Governments of the United States and the United Kingdom, companies in the extractive and energy sectors ('Companies'), and non-governmental organizations, all with an interest in human rights and corporate social responsibility, have engaged in a dialogue on security and human rights. The participants recognize the importance of the promotion and protection of human rights throughout the world and the constructive role business and civil society (including non-governmental organizations, labour/trade unions and local communities) can play in advancing these goals. ...