,Tuesday, 23 August 2022
In this podcast, GBI's COO Jo Reyes talks to Claude Voillat of the International Committee of the Red Cross who shares five key messages for businesses operating in conflict-affected contexts:
- International humanitarian law is very relevant to companies operating in conflict-affected contexts. It provides protections, but also imposes legal obligations.
- A solid and sincere human rights due diligence effort will naturally capture obligations relating to international humanitarian law.
- Heightened human rights due diligence should be conflict sensitive. This means companies should seek to understand their connection to conflict dynamics.
- In conflict-affected contexts, companies will not be perceived as neutral actors.
- Generosity and humanitarian donations should complement responsible business practices, not replace them.