Date & time: Thursday 12 September 2024, 09:00 New York / 14:00 London / 16:00 Gaza & Kyiv / 19:30 Naypyidaw

Each year BHRRC's Mary Robinson Speaker Series spotlights emerging issues in the field of business & human rights. It looks to move forward the debate, by bringing together people from business, investment, legislative and human rights communities, as well as voices speaking on behalf of those most impacted by egregious human rights abuse.

This free online event will focus on the responsibilities of corporate actors in conflict – exploring how they can be involved in harm, but also have the opportunity to play a constructive role in these crises. Our panel of expert speakers will explore the role and impact of business in conflict, and the opportunity and need for leadership by business and investors in respect of better practice across all sectors in conflict.

The event will include rightsholders from conflict frontlines, company and investor voices, and academic experts. The discussion will explore core corporate human rights responsibilities in conflict zones, focusing on preventing exploitation, adhering to international standards of heightened human rights due diligence, and guiding decision-making, including responsible exit strategies. Perspectives from Ukraine, Gaza, and Myanmar, among others, will feature.

Host - Mary Robinson

Mary Robinson is former President of Ireland, former UN High Commissioner for Human Rights and Chair of the Elders.