Under the Guiding Principles, companies are expected to “know and show” that they do not infringe on human rights through their operations or business relationships. Human rights impact assessments represent a key first step in meeting this expectation... What is an HRIA?...Why conduct an HRIA?...Business Case for an HRIA... This report includes four key components: Guidelines: Eight principles to keep in mind when conducting an HRIA. In-practice examples: Real company examples from our human rights practice that illustrate the guidelines. HRIA levels: The four levels at which a company can conduct HRIAs. Steps: The basic four-step process we follow when conducting an HRIA. [with foreword by Christine Bader]