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Chevron’s commitment to respecting human rights is embodied in The Chevron Way. To further clarify this commitment, we adopted a Human Rights Policy in 2009. Our policy is designed to increase awareness of human rights throughout the company and deepen … Continue reading →

The Principles Introduction Governments of the United States, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands and Norway, companies in the extractive and energy sectors (“Companies”), and non-governmental organizations (“NGOs”), all with an interest in human rights and corporate social responsibility, have engaged … Continue reading →

We recognize that our operations can impact people and communities in ways that relate to human rights BP supports the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, which has been the foundation of international human rights law since it was adopted by … Continue reading →

President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono has ordered an investigation into the alleged mass killings in Mesuji, Lampung and parts of South Sumatra, presidential spokesman Julian Aldrin Pasha said. “The President has ordered National Police Chief Gen. Timur Pradopo and Coordinating Political, … Continue reading →

AngloGold Ashanti (AGA) has conducted a thorough review of its security system and procedures, leading to far-reaching preventive measures to protect the rights of people at its operational areas. A statement issued and copied to the Ghana News Agency in … Continue reading →

The Voluntary Principles on Security and Human Rights (VPs) are a set of non-binding principles created to assist extractive companies to balance security concerns with human rights.  The VPs were launched in 2000 and are a tripartite multi-stakeholder initiative.  Participants … Continue reading →

Human rights Governments have a duty to protect human rights. Companies have a responsibility to respect human rights when doing business. Our business principles require us to respect the human rights of our employees and to support fundamental human rights … Continue reading →

Our context In our values we commit to treating others with dignity and respect, this includes respect for human rights and an undertaking to operate according to the highest standards of business ethics. As a business that aspires to live … Continue reading →

Voluntary Principles on Security and Human Rights (VPSHR) The presence or intervention of either public or private armed forces can amplify the risk of human rights violations. In recognition of that fact, the Voluntary Principles on Security and Human Rights … Continue reading →

Human rights BG Group supports the Universal Declaration on Human Rights and has committed to abide by the Voluntary Principles on Security and Human Rights (VPSHR), to which we are a signatory. Human rights issues are relevant to all aspects of BG … Continue reading →