named programs · 6 · from sources
What they call their work
Centre for Sports and Human Rights
Independent human rights organization launched by IHRB in 2018 to address human rights risks in global sports, including mega-events like the Olympics and World Cup.
Corporate Human Rights Benchmark (CHRB)
Collaborative effort co-developed by IHRB to assess and compare corporate human rights performance across sectors and regions.
Dhaka Principles for Migration with Dignity
Framework developed with civil society and trade unions to ensure ethical treatment of migrant workers, particularly in global supply chains.
Digital Dangers Project
Research and advocacy initiative examining corporate responsibilities related to network shutdowns, hate speech, and dual-use technologies in the telecommunications sector.
Leadership Group for Responsible Recruitment
Initiative launched in 2016 to improve migrant worker recruitment practices by promoting the Employer Pays Principle and reducing risks of forced labor.
Myanmar Centre for Responsible Business (MCRB)
Joint initiative co-founded by IHRB to support responsible business practices in Myanmar, providing advisory services and corporate transparency rankings.
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Human Rights Advocacy & Accountability 1 activity
- Advances human rights in business through policy advocacy and standards developmentConducts advocacy to inform local, regional, and international policies and legal systems; promotes the integration of human rights into business operations, supply chains, technology, sports, and financial systems; co-developed the Dhaka Principles for Migration with Dignity; and works to advance binding and voluntary business and human rights standards and laws.
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Industry Research and Benchmarking 1 activity
- Conducts research on business and human rights issuesProduces in-depth research, analysis, and reports on topics including distributive justice in the energy transition, risks in Gulf giga projects, digital dangers in telecommunications, and climate-resilient labor mobility. Publishes annual lists of top business and human rights issues and foundational reports such as 'Just Transitions for All: Business, Human Rights and Climate Action'.
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Urban Resilience Planning & Advocacy 1 activity
- Operates a Built Environment Programme to uphold human rights in urban developmentCollaborates with civil society, government, and business to advance human rights in city development through research, tools, training, multi-stakeholder dialogues, and pilot projects in the built environment sector.
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Professional Certification and Continuing Education 1 activity
- Provides training and capacity-building programs on business and human rightsOffers standard, advanced, and custom training through a global expert roster; delivers an annual Masters-level course and professional certificate programs; provides academic placements; and builds organizational capacity to address human rights challenges, including through partnerships with business schools and co-founding responsible business centers.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Maintains international legal and consultative status for global engagementOperates registered charitable entities in the United Kingdom, Denmark, and the United States; holds United Nations ECOSOC consultative status and UNFCCC observer status to support advocacy and research outreach.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
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3 years on record · 2020–2024
relationships · 39
Who they work with
- BP Partner — Accepts core, unrestricted funding from BP for 2025/26.
- CEMS Network — IHRB delivers training to Masters in Management students at business schools within the CEMS network.
- Centre for Sports and Human Rights Partner — Launched by IHRB as a dedicated human rights organisation for the world of sport.
- Ford Foundation Funder — Receives funding from the Ford Foundation.
- Freeport McMoran Partner — Accepts core, unrestricted funding from Freeport McMoran for 2025/26.
- GE Aerospace Partner — Accepts core, unrestricted funding from GE Aerospace for 2025/26.
- HP Partner — Accepts core, unrestricted funding from HP for 2025/26.
- Hewlett Packard Enterprises Partner — Accepts core, unrestricted funding from Hewlett Packard Enterprises for 2025/26.
- Humanity United Funder — Receives funding from Humanity United.
- IKEA Partner — Accepts core, unrestricted funding from IKEA for 2025/26.
- Laudes Foundation Funder — Receives funding from the Laudes Foundation.
- Lego Partner — Accepts core, unrestricted funding from Lego for 2025/26.
- Marks & Spencer Partner — Accepts core, unrestricted funding from Marks & Spencer for 2025/26.
- McDonalds Partner — Accepts core, unrestricted funding from McDonalds for 2025/26.
- Mercuria Partner — Accepts core, unrestricted funding from Mercuria for 2025/26.
- Myanmar Centre for Responsible Business Partner — Co-founded with IHRB to promote responsible business practices in Myanmar.
- Nestle Partner — Accepts core, unrestricted funding from Nestle for 2025/26.
- Newmont Mining Partner — Accepts core, unrestricted funding from Newmont Mining for 2025/26.
- Nike Partner — Accepts core, unrestricted funding from Nike for 2025/26.
- Oak Foundation Funder — Receives funding from the Oak Foundation.
- Rafto Foundation Partner — Collaborates with IHRB to deliver Business and Human Rights training courses to Masters in Management students in the CEMS network.
- Scottish and Southern Electricity (SSE) Partner — Accepts core, unrestricted funding from Scottish and Southern Electricity (SSE) for 2025/26.
- Shell International Partner — Accepts core, unrestricted funding from Shell International for 2025/26.
- Sky Group Partner — Accepts core, unrestricted funding from Sky Group for 2025/26.
- Switzerland Government — Receives government contributions and grants from Switzerland.
- Tesco Partner — Accepts core, unrestricted funding from Tesco for 2025/26.
- The Coca Cola Company Partner — Accepts core, unrestricted funding from The Coca Cola Company for 2025/26.
- TotalEnergies Partner — Accepts core, unrestricted funding from TotalEnergies for 2025/26.
- United Kingdom Government — Receives government contributions and grants from the United Kingdom.
- United Nations Government — Holds ECOSOC consultative status and UNFCCC observer status.
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strategies · 5
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Distributive Justice in Climate and Energy Transitions 21 orgsmethodology: distributive_justice_frameworkBy advancing a distributive justice framework, the organization enables businesses to operationalize fairness in the energy transition because equitable allocation of benefits and burdens is essential to prevent marginalized communities from bearing disproportionate costs.shared approach: Justice-Centered Systems Change →
- Participatory and Rights-Respecting Climate Action 21 orgsmethodology: participatory_climate_policyBy integrating impacted communities into climate policy research and design, the organization ensures climate action upholds human rights because inclusive processes yield more just, legitimate, and effective outcomes in the context of just transitions.shared approach: Justice-Centered Systems Change →
- Human Rights-Led Institutional Change 11 orgsmethodology: policy_and_practice_integrationBy integrating human rights into policy, practice, and accountability mechanisms, the organization aims to institutionalize human rights within business decision-making because embedding rights into governance structures leads to systemic and sustainable change.shared approach: Multi-Stakeholder Accountability →
- Multi-Stakeholder Collaboration for Systemic Accountability 11 orgsmethodology: multi-stakeholder_collaborationBy convening governments, businesses, civil society, and unions in structured collaboration, the organization advances human rights standards and accountability because systemic change requires shared ownership and coordinated action across power-holders.shared approach: Multi-Stakeholder Accountability →
- Expert-Led Capacity Building with Practice Integrationmethodology: practice-integrated_educationBy delivering expert-designed training that integrates real-world corporate due diligence practices, the organization strengthens global capacity because bridging theory with practical application increases adoption and effectiveness of human rights standards.