Human Rights Compliance Policy

A Human Rights Compliance Policy is a formal document that sets out an organization’s commitment to respecting and promoting human rights, and the specific policies and procedures that it will follow to ensure compliance with human rights standards. The policy typically includes a statement of the organization’s human rights values and principles, as well as specific guidelines and requirements for areas such as non-discrimination, labor rights, environmental protection, and community engagement. Human rights compliance policies may be developed by companies, government agencies, or civil society organizations, and may be based on international human rights law and standards, as well as industry-specific codes of conduct. They are an important tool for promoting a culture of respect for human rights within organizations, and for ensuring that human rights considerations are integrated into all aspects of their operations and decision-making.