"Understanding and Implementing Respect for Human Rights in a Business Context: A Conference for Business Leaders", 6 Nov 2014

On Thursday 6 November 2014 a unique and timely conference was held in Jakarta to explore the responsibilities of business regarding human rights –including good practices, innovations and challenges. Over 200 representatives from Indonesian private and state-owned enterprises, multinational companies, and civil society experts convened to exchange experiences, share challenges, and suggest ways forward regarding human rights in a business context. Featured speakers included representatives from Acuatico, Adidas, Asia Pulp & Paper, APRIL Indonesia, Bank Negara Indonesia, BASF, Better Work Indonesia, Chevron, GE, HP, Motorola Mobility (part of Lenovo), Novo Nordisk, Sampoerna, Shell, Sintesa Group. Sime Darby, Total, the United Nations.