Leading Japanese industry association Keidanren includes the Security and Human Rights Toolkit in its Implementation Guideline

The latest implementation guideline on the Charter of Corporate Behavior by Keidanren (Japan Business Federation) incorporates the Security and Human Rights Toolkit as a reference material in conducting business that respects human rights.

ICRC Multi-stakeholder workshop deep-dives into Business in Conflict

On 1st Dec, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) gathered over 50 in-person and about 30 online participants for an in-depth Business in Conflict workshop.

DCAF Panel Shared Ways to Improve Human Rights on DRC Mine Sites through Dialogue

On 29 November 2022, DCAF hosted two human rights defender CSOs – the Observatoire Gouvernance et Paix (OGP) and Justicia Asbl to share lessons learned from their experiences promoting dialogue and conflict resolution during a panel discussion.

High-level Voluntary Principles delegation in Mozambique

From 7 to 11 November, DCAF and the Centre for Democracy and Development coordinated a high-level visit of the Voluntary Principles Initiative (VPI) to Mozambique.

Responsible security management and human rights profiled at 3rd UN Regional Forum on Business and Human Rights in Eastern Europe and Central Asia

On 10 Nov 2022, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) contributed to the UN Regional Forum on Business and Human Rights in Eastern Europe and Central Asia.

ICRC Japan seminar Business in Complex Environments: Addressing Heightened Risks

On 9 November, the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) Tokyo delegation organized a hybrid seminar to raise awareness and encourage Japanese companies to address human rights issues when operating in complex environments.

Training for Tenke Fungurume Mining (TFM) on the Voluntary Principles

In November 2022, DCAF and its Congolese NGO partner Justicia delivered a training on the Voluntary Principles on Security and Human Rights (VPs) to Tenke Fungurume Mining (TFM).

Improving relations with indigenous peoples to strengthen human rights and address security challenges: A discussion with ICMM member companies and expert practitioners

On 19 October, the DCAF-ICRC Partnership co-hosted a webinar with the International Council on Mining and Metals (ICMM) to explore how companies can rigorously assess, mitigate and remediate the potential human rights impacts...

Responsible security management and human rights profiled at Africa Business and Human Rights Forum

From 12-13 October, DCAF was in Accra, Ghana participating in the regional forum, which brought together governments, civil society and companies from across Africa.

What role can the police play to fight child labour at mining sites in the DRC?

This is the question that a DCAF blog explores to cap off a project on addressing the worst forms of child labour associated with the artisanal mining sector in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).

Field-Ready PDF Security & Human Rights Toolkit: OUT NOW!

The field-ready PDF of the Toolkit on Addressing Security and Human Rights Challenges in Complex Environments is now available!

Embedding Responsible Security Management in the Pre-investment Phase of Company Operations: A discussion with Ipieca member companies and expert practitioners

On 6 October, the DCAF-ICRC Partnership co-hosted a webinar with Ipieca to explore how responsible security management can be built into the initial phases of companies’ operations.

Supporting responsible business practices in Mozambique

With its local implementing partner, the Centro para Democracia e Desenvolvimento (CDD), DCAF co-organized a two-day training for provincial authorities and local civil society organisations on the Voluntary Principles on Security and Human Rights (VPs).

Fostering the Humanitarian-Development-Peace Nexus in Northern Mozambique: the Role of Multistakeholder Initiatives

In Mozambique’s Northern Province of Cabo Delgado, violent extremism is increasingly protracted, and climate-related shocks are more intense and frequent, which both contribute to a cycle of vulnerability.

Podcast: Five Key Elements of Conflict-Sensitive Business Practice

In this podcast, Claude Voillat of the International Committee of the Red Cross shares five key messages for businesses operating in conflict-affected contexts.