In the process of due diligence, companies ask themselves the following three questions. 1) what is the human rights situation in the country where I operate or want to operate? 2) in what way do my own activities have an impact on human rights in this specific context and 3) in what way am I involved in human rights violations as a consequence of my relations with partners, suppliers, governmental institutions or other actors? Aim for human rights supports due diligence activities of companies.

Dutch companies increasingly operate abroad and in countries where human rights violations are part of daily life. In addition to that, companies are increasingly expected to respect international human rights norms. As a consequence it has become more important for companies to be aware of the human rights risks of the company activities and to develop sound policies in order to avoid human rights violations. Aim for human rights assist companies, governments, investors and other stakeholders in doing a human rights impact assessment and developing a sound human rights policy. Human rights impact assessment – in combination with practical tools – is an effective way to develop a human rights policy.

Human righs impact assessments are not only relevant for companies. Investors also make use of human rights impact assessments before investing in large projects. Aim for human rights can advice on the process of human rights impact assessments.

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