Social responsibility
1. Social impact assessment
● Identify potential social risks associated with a project, program or policy. Considering risks such as displacement, loss of livelihoods, cultural impacts and social inequalities
● Conduct meaningful and inclusive consultations with community members, using various methods (meetings, surveys, focus groups) to gather information and feedback
● Assess changes in employment patterns, income levels and economic opportunities. Establishing and using baseline data on key social indicators to measure change over time
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● Conduct due diligence in accordance with the standards of International Financial Institutions (IFIs) or international standards (SA 8000)
● Assesscompliance with fair labour practices, including working hours, wages and rights of workers and the effectiveness of policies related to safety and health in the workplace
● Identify potential social risks associated with the organization's operations, supply chain and business activities, labour practices, community impact and stakeholder relations. Develop strategies for mitigating or managing identified social risks
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● Conduct stakeholder mapping and identification.
● Define clear goals for stakeholder engagement, aligning them with organizational goals. Determine the most effective communication channels for each stakeholder group, using a combination of methods such as meetings, surveys, social media and direct communication.
● Offer recommendations on engagement strategy implementation, identifying potential risks and challenges and developing strategies to mitigate them
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● Map and identify all stakeholders, including community members, NGOs, government agencies and industry partners. ● Designing participatory processes adapted to the specific context, goals and stakeholders involved, while taking into account the cultural and social dynamics of the community
● Plan and conduct workshops that will create a structured platform for interaction and idea generation. Inclusion of interactive activities that encourage participation and collaboration
● Facilitate consensus building among stakeholders. Develop strategies for addressing conflicts and disagreements that may arise during the decision-making process
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● Conduct a human rights impact assessment to identify and evaluate potential and actual human rights risks within the organization's operations and supply chain
● Develop and enhance of human rights policies and procedures tailored to the organization's specific risks and context or aligning existing policies with international human rights standards and local regulations (HR, equality principles, non-discrimination and prevention of GBVH, etc.)
● Design and implementation of training programs to build awareness and capacity within the organization regarding human rights due diligence
● Providing recommendations and/or developing mechanisms and internal procedures to manage monitoring and reporting processes on human rights performance
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● Review and assess current DEI-related policies and procedures, including aspects related to hiring, promotions, training, and workplace conduct. Provide recommendations for updates or the creation of new policies to foster DEI.
● Develop a strategic plan that aligns DEI's initiatives with the organisation's overall vision and business goals.
● Create and implement DEI training programs aimed at raising awareness and educating employees on DEI principles, with specialized training for leaders to encourage inclusive leadership practices.
Order the service7. Ethical sourcing and supply chain management
● Evaluate ethical and responsible practices throughout the supply chain.
● Conduct regular on-site audits of suppliers and manufacturing facilities. Ensure adherence to ethical and sustainable standards, including labour practices, environmental impact, and social responsibility
● Identify and develop a mitigation plan to eliminate or minimise potential risks related to unethical practices
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