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Episode Synopsis
In episode 4 of KWM’s Responsible Business podcast NEXT, hosts Clem Johnson and Dan Creasey dive deep into the critical intersection of business and human rights, exploring how companies can transform human rights from a compliance checkbox to a strategic advantage.Key Topics:The Evolving Landscape of Business and Human RightsCurrent challenges in implementing human rights principlesGlobal trends and international standardsThe role of businesses in protecting human rightsPractical Implementation StrategiesMapping human rights risks across operations and supply chainsDeveloping robust human rights policiesCreating effective grievance mechanismsImportance of workforce educationLegislative and Policy ReformsPotential national Human Rights Act for AustraliaModern Slavery Act reformsMandatory due diligence obligationsIntroducing penalties for non-complianceRecommended Resources:UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human RightsAustralian Human Rights Commission's Free and Equal ProjectModern Slavery Act Review Publication
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