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La Empresa y los Derechos Humanos

The Company and Human Rights

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Summary

In 2016, Chile introduced the "La Empresa y los Derechos Humanos" ("Business and Human Rights") policy, which sets out the obligations of businesses in relation to human rights. The policy is based on the United Nations Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights and emphasizes the responsibility of businesses to respect human rights, to carry out due diligence to identify and address human rights risks, and to provide effective remedies for any human rights abuses that may occur. The policy requires businesses to develop human rights policies and to implement mechanisms to monitor and report on their human rights performance. Businesses must also engage in meaningful consultation with stakeholders, including affected communities and human rights organizations, to identify and address human rights risks. The policy applies to all businesses operating in Chile, regardless of their size or sector, and is enforced by the Chilean government through various regulatory mechanisms.

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Issuer

Chile

Year

2016

Region

South America

Issuer (type)

Ministry of Social Development (Ministerio de Desarrollo Social) (Government)

Policy Type

Disclosure

Geographical scope

National

Mandatory or voluntary

Mandatory


Global Reporting Initiative (GRI)
  • Other
Main industries targeted
  • Public administration
  • Construction
Restrictiveness

Very High

Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
  • SDG 1: No Poverty
  • SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being
  • SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth
  • SDG 10: Reduced Inequality
  • SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities
  • SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
  • SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals

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