Article 13's initiatives and actions 2010

In 2010 Article 13 has committed to a range of UNGC commitments which we have directed towards areas which we believe will have the most impact as well as those areas which resonate most strongly with the Article 13 team.

Labour rights
As part of our commitment to upholding the freedom of association and the effective recognition of the right to collective bargaining, over 2010 Article 13 will:

• Continue work with sustainability partnerships and trade unions on sustainable development and the Millennium Development Goals;
• Disseminate best practice information about trade unions;
• Support innovative initiatives which work against child labour and enable children to go to school; and
• Update and ensure compliance with Article 13 policies, including the approved supplier list.

Human & labour rights
To evidence our commitment to supporting and respecting Universal Human Rights, as well as towards the elimination of forced, child and discriminatory labour practices, over 2010 Article 13 will:

• Raise awareness throughout our network via advocacy of internationally proclaimed human rights; and
• Update and ensure compliance with Article 13 policies, including the approved supplier list.

Environmental protection
To contribute to the protection and management of environmental resources, Article 13 will:

• Continue to reduce our consumption levels where possible to fulfil our overall aim to reduce our carbon footprint; and
• Advocate new and innovative green technologies.

Transparency and anti-corruption
As part of our commitment to actively work against corruption and share best practice of building transparency, Article 13 will:

• Develop best practice information on transparency and anti-corruption initiatives.

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