CSR News from around ASEAN

ASEAN CSR VISION 2020 SMALL GRANTS FUND OPEN FOR APPLICATIONS

The ASEAN CSR Vision 2020 Small Grants Fund is now open for application till 15th August 2016. ASEAN CSR Network, in partnership with the Government of Sweden through its Embassy in Bangkok, will support selected projects that promote CSR as a means to build a more equitable, inclusive and sustainable ASEAN Community

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UN experts urge all governments to protect environmental rights defenders

Three UN human rights experts call on every government to protect environmental and land rights defenders. 

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ASEAN Guidelines for CSR on Labour adopted at the 24th ASEAN Labour Ministers Meeting

The ASEAN Guidelines for Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) on Labour was adopted at the 24th ASEAN Labour Ministers Meeting which was convened on 15th May 2016 in Vientiane, Lao PDR. This is intended to serve as a guide for governments, enterprises and establishments, employers’ and workers’ organisations to raise awareness of labour issues among enterprises and incorporate CSR, human rights and decent work into their business practices.

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More action needed in tackling children’s rights issues

The Global Child Forum on Southeast Asia was held on 5th May 2016 in Kuala Lumpur. Delegates from over 26 countries attended the event. ASEAN CSR Network was the co-organiser of the event.

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