True business sustainability depends on work environments which uphold and protect human rights. Yet unhealthy, unsafe and unequal working conditions continue for many people around the world. When employees feel secure and actively empowered to bring their full selves to work, business thrives. But, all too often, this is not a reality for workers.

If we are to build a future in which the dignity and human rights of all working people are protected, business cannot stay silent or inactive. The private sector has a unique—and powerful—role to play in both upholding fundamental rights and in charting an innovative and inclusive path toward the future of work.

We help the private sector take action by providing safe and bold spaces for discussion among corporate peers, civil society and subject matter experts and developing resources and tools that help businesses put workplace equality in action.

Crucial to this effort is strong legislation. We also work with leading companies to showcase best practices, support new norms and encourage policy that protects workers and empowers governments and employers.

In driving equality both within their operations and wider communities, companies are building better societies and better businesses. They’re going beyond recognition and toward lasting action for a fair future.

Through business leadership on advancing gender balanced and inclusive corporate cultures, eradicating modern slavery and welcoming refugees and migrants, we are working to enable a world where employees and companies are set up to succeed.