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January 2024: The exclusive quarterly member insights provides BSR members perspectives from our global team on sustainability issues and opportunities to help our member companies see a changing world more clearly.

In the realm of DEIA (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility), an increasingly paramount focus is on challenging and dismantling deeply ingrained systems rooted in colonialism, white supremacy, and racism. This involves the examination of historical and systemic injustices that perpetuated inequality and harmed marginalized communities. 

Equity, Inclusion, and Justice

By recognizing systemic inequities within their structures and societies at large, organizations can proactively take steps to implement structural changes that dismantle barriers and foster a culture of equity and fairness.

Equity, Inclusion, and Justice

Businesses assume a pivotal role in promoting equity, justice, and inclusivity. By actively supporting the LGBTIQ+ community, companies can contribute to positive change and protect the rights of their employees and customers.

Equity, Inclusion, and Justice

Inclusive leadership is a powerful approach that transcends traditional notions of diversity and sets the stage for cultivating an exceptional work environment where every individual is recognized, respected, and embraced. BSR shares guidance on cultivating this approach.

Equity, Inclusion, and Justice

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) initiatives have become increasingly important in the corporate world. BSR discusses the significant benefits of such initiatives.

Equity, Inclusion, and Justice

Belongingness represents a pinnacle in the evolution of inclusive organizational cultures, where the emphasis extends beyond diversity and inclusion efforts alone. BSR explores what this means in today's business landscape. 

Equity, Inclusion, and Justice

In the context of DEIA (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessability), the terms accomplice, ally, and advocate represent different levels of engagement and commitment to supporting marginalized groups. BSR explores the nuances.

Equity, Inclusion, and Justice

Ensuring accessibility for individuals with disabilities extends beyond physical spaces and encompasses digital platforms. As organizations navigate evolving regulations and technical requirements, meeting these standards and accommodating diverse accessibility needs can pose significant challenges, requiring attention and strategic implementation.

Equity, Inclusion, and Justice

Leading companies increasingly tie ESG/sustainability KPIs to performance measurement and compensation. BSR discusses ESG performance metrics and their business case, the landscape, and the risk of pushback.

Sustainability Management, Boards, Governance

The following worksheet has been compiled based on BSR’s Supplier Code of Conduct Review tool. The best practices listed are compiled based on the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights as well as leading guidance from the Responsible Business Alliance.

Supply Chain, Human Rights

BSR shares its best practices for setting expectations of suppliers, including guidance for establishing policies, supplier codes of conduct, and supplier contracts. 

Supply Chain