International Human Rights Frameworks Compared
Dive into the key differences and commonalities of Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive, OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises, and Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive Proposals with our Comparative Table. This comparative table provides an overview of international regulations on the responsibility of companies to respect human rights and conduct human rights due diligence, including the Corporate Sustainability […]
Child Labour in Garment Sector in Türkiye: An Analysis on Child Labour and Human Right Due Diligence Practices has been Published
Child Labour in Garment Sector in Türkiye: An Analysis on Child Labour and Human Right Due Diligence Practices, prepared in collaboration with UNICEF Türkiye has been published and is available to explore! The report analyses the awareness, practices and measures taken regarding child labour in the cotton and ready-to-wear supply chains in Türkiye, and offers […]
Human Rights Due Diligence Training Facilitation Guide is now available in Turkish!
The Human Rights Due Diligence Training Facilitation Guide, prepared by UNDP and the Government of Japan as part of the initiative to promote human rights in the business and contributed by Minerva BHR, is now available! The Human Rights Due Diligence Training Facilitation Guide, published in English by UNDP in 2021 and translated into Turkish […]
“Akbelen” from Business and Human Rights Lens
Background 1986: The Yeniköy-Kemerköy Thermal Power Plants which have been operating in the İkizköy region of Muğla became operational. Today, the plants meet approximately 2% of Türkiye’s energy consumption. 2014: Yeniköy-Kemerköy Thermal Power Plants and Kemerköy Port Area were privatized by Turkish Privatization Administration and the operation right was granted to İÇTAŞ Enerji, which submitted the highest […]
Learning to fish, Dr. Çiğdem Çımrın’s and BHRTR’s Story
Wars in neighbouring countries and the devastating impact of the earthquake have made things worse in Turkey, especially for the most vulnerable. Waves of refugees bring seasonal workers who often work in substandard conditions. This is where the non-governmental-organisation BHRTR comes in, which was founded by two strong women, Dr. Cigdem Cimrin and Dr. Pinar […]
Dr. Pınar Kara’s Book on Tort Liability in Multinational Groups is Published
BHRTR’s Co-Founder and Vice Chairperson’s book titled “Tort Liability in Multinational Groups – A Comparative Analysis with Particular Focus on Turkey” is published! Legal Grounds for Civil Liability Based on Dr. Kara’s PhD thesis, the book sheds light on legal grounds for civil liability of multinational corporations in regards to human rights violations occurring throughout […]
BHRTR Attended the “Shaping the Future of Turkey – EU Relations Together Program” by the European Parliament in collaboration with FNF and ENC
BHRTR’s co-founder and chairperson Dr. Çiğdem Çımrın attended “Shaping the Future of Turkey – EU Relations Together” three day program in Brussels, Belgium planned by the European Parliament in collaboration with Friedrich Naumann Foundation and European Neighborhood Council; where issues relating got voice of women, civil society, the impact of devastating earthquakes, upcoming elections and […]
European Union Regulation on Deforestation-free Products
On 5 December 2022, Members of the European Parliament reached an agreement with European Union (EU) governments on a new EU regulation to ban the import and sale of products causing deforestation or degradation of forests. The new legislation will have direct impact on fighting climate change and preserving biodiversity. See our infographic for further […]
Corporate Responsibility to Respect Human Rights in Times of Crisis: Earthquakes in Türkiye
Armed conflicts, global pandemics and crisis resulting from natural disasters, such as earthquakes, floods, wild-fires – all these cases cause serious damage to various human rights, including the right to life, right to live in a healthy environment, right to security; while also having negative impacts on business and labour market, paving the way for […]
Our Report Assessing the German Act on Due Diligence Obligations in Supply Chains has been Published
Our report, assessing the effects of the “the German Act on Due Diligence Obligations in Supply Chains” on Türkiye, has been published! This Act came into force in Germany in January 2023. The report, co-authored by Atty. Dr. Çiğdem Çımrın, Atty. Dr. Pınar Kara and Atty. Fatmanur Caygın (LL.M) on behalf of Business and Human […]