SUMMARY: This report presents a conceptual and policy framework to anchor the business and human rights debate, and to help guide all relevant actors. The framework comprises three core principles: the state duty to protect against human rights abuses by third parties, including business; the corporate responsibility to respect human rights; and the need for more effective access to remedies. The three principles form a complementary whole in that each supports the others in achieving sustainable progress.

• Ruggie Report Says Voluntary Human Rights Initiatives Set Stage for Binding Global Standards (Commentary)
• Taking Stock of Business and Human Rights (Briefings)
• Perspectives from BP and the UN Special Representative of the Secretary-General on Business and Human Rights (Audio)
• Business & Human Rights Resource Centre (Organizations)