329-81 Responsible Business Advancing Peace: Examples from Companies, Investors & Global Compact Local Networks

Summary

This document presents case study examples of how companies, investors and Global Compact Local Networks have used the "Guidance on Responsible Business in Conflict-Affected and High-Risk Areas: A Resource for Companies and Investors" as a tool to align their policies, to engage with investee companies and to advance the implementation of responsible business practices in difficult operating environments around the world.

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Issuer

United Nations Global Compact (UNGC)

Year

2013

Region

International

Issuer (type)

United Nations Global Compact Office (International)

Policy Type

Disclosure

Geographical scope

International

Mandatory or voluntary

Voluntary

Global Reporting Initiative (GRI)

Voluntary Use

Main industries targeted

Mining, Quarrying, Oil & Gas Extraction
Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing & Hunting
Finance & Insurance
Information

Restrictiveness

Moderate

Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

SDG 1: No Poverty
SDG 2: Zero Hunger
SDG 4: Quality Education
SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals