Respecting human rights is a key consideration in the way FrieslandCampina operates around the world and forms an integral part of our sustainability strategy and Compass for Good Business Conduct. We specify our human rights commitments and take responsibility towards people potentially affected by us worldwide from grass to glass, with our global Human Rights Policy.
Our global Human Rights Policy
We respect and support internationally recognised human rights, following international standards. We take responsibility for all potentially affected stakeholders, including employees, suppliers (and their employees), consumers, and local communities. To implement our human rights policy, we are committed to meaningful dialogue with these groups, especially those who may be affected.
FrieslandCampina’s human rights policy is derived from international principles, including the UN Universal Declaration of Human Rights, the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights, and the OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises. Our human rights policy outlines FrieslandCampina’s expectations in areas such as child labour, forced labour, freedom of association, and access to water and sanitation. This policy guides us in making careful, informed decisions.
Our human rights due diligence
We commit to ongoing human rights due diligence as defined by the UNGPs and the OECD Due Diligence Guidance for Responsible Business Conduct. We conduct human rights risk assessments in our own operations and value chain, followed by risk mitigations and remediation.
Conducting research
We conduct research on risk indicators in our global operations.Protecting the chain
We identify human rights risks and apply mitigations based on consultations with stakeholders.Training employees
We train employees to recognise and report human rights abuses.
Doing business with integrity, respect and transparency
We respect and support people’s access to remedy. Employees and other stakeholders are encouraged to raise their concerns about potential misconduct of FrieslandCampina or any of its employees via our Speak Up system.
Transparency
Read more about our global Human Rights Policy and progress in respecting human rights.
