What is the law? On 11 May 2023, the Parliament of Canada adopted Bill S-211, also known as the Fighting Against Forced Labour and Child Labour in Supply Chains Act (the ‘Act’). The Act establishes … Read more...
Beyond was requested by a Fortune 500 fashion company to conduct human rights due diligence on a supplier in their global gemstone supply chain in a conflict-affected and high-risk area in a East African country. … Read more...
What is the law? The EU ‘Regulation on deforestation-free products’ (‘EUDR’) is a pivotal legislation within the broader canvas of the EU Green Deal, building on the momentum of recently passed sustainability-focused legislations like the … Read more...
The problem In the Philippines, those who dare to stand up for human rights in the face of business- related abuses are paying a high price. Human rights defenders have been subjected to a range … Read more...
The problem Pakistan’s textile and garment industry is the backbone of the economy and remains the primary engine for economic growth in the country, critical for both employment and export earnings but the industry faces … Read more...
The problem Human rights defenders (HRDs) face a lack of comprehensive information on the domestic and international routes to remedy that can be used to access remedy for retaliatory attacks, when working on business-related human … Read more...
The problem Unethical organ transplantation is a global phenomenon that is rising as global demand for organs exceeds availability. The practice of removing organs from living or deceased persons without their voluntary, free, and informed … Read more...
The problem One of the core pillars of improved living and working conditions is strengthening awareness of human rights and access to remedy. Complaint mechanisms play an important role in protecting the rights of these … Read more...
The problem Migrant workers play an important role in global economies by providing vital labour workforce in destination countries, they often face specific and heightened challenges compared to other workers when accessing remedies. These challenges … Read more...
The ask Despite a growing understanding of the role played by corporate actors in the commission and facilitation of human rights abuses – ranging from war crimes to environmental harms – the number of convictions … Read more...