Business Pitch Dictionary by pitch.dog
Social impact, rights & just transition · Core

Business and human rights

Also called: corporate human rights

ELI5

The responsibilities and impacts of companies regarding human rights.

Used in conversation

“Can we separate the target for business and human rights from measured performance?”

Pitch context

You will see “Business and human rights” in sustainability reports, impact decks, climate plans and assurance materials when the discussion reaches social impact, rights & just transition.

Why it matters: In social impact, rights & just transition, a loose definition can change rights, obligations, approval, disclosure or enforceability.

Caution

Meaning, enforceability and required process vary by jurisdiction and agreement; this definition is not legal advice.

Sources & evidence · 5

Direct term-level sources and supporting source families.