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Voluntary Principles at 25: Advancing Security and Human Rights in a Changing World
December 20, 2025, marks twenty-five years since the creation of the Voluntary Principles on Security and Human Rights (VPSHR). This anniversary feature article reflects on the past quarter-century of the Voluntary Principles, and how they continue to remain relevant in today's context.
VPI Participates in Multistakeholder Mission to Mozambique
The VPI Secretariat just returned from a mission to Mozambique aimed at strengthening engagements with local stakeholders and the Government of Mozambique, an Engaged Member of the VPI since May 2024. As part of the mission, the VPI participated in a series of events and meetings held in the capital Maputo and in Pemba, Cabo Delgado.
VPSHR in Practice – Highlights from VPI Members
Compiled from 36 annual report submissions from 26 companies, seven NGOs, and three governments, the 2024 Annual Reports Highlights captured how VPI Members are implementing and promoting the Voluntary Principles on Security and Human Rights (VPSHR) at the local, regional, and international levels.
Job Opening: Executive Director
The VPI is seeking a visionary Executive Director to guide the Initiative into its next phase of growth, collaboration, and impact. This role is open to applicants in all regions, and is a remote role, with 25-35% travel expected.
VPI Blog: Galamsey and the Blue Water Guards – Addressing Risks of Illegal Mining in Ghana
In this piece developed by the Fund for Peace, discover how the Ghana In-Country Working Group is helping the country address risks associated with illegal mining through training of water wardens under the national Blue Water River Guard program.
New Submission Date – Request for Proposals for Secretariat Services for the Brazil In-Country Working Group
The VPI is issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP) for an organization to provide secretariat services to the Brazil In-Country Working Group. The deadline to submit proposals is now September 15, 2025, 5:00pm (Eastern Daylight Time).
Request for Proposals – Executive Recruitment Consultant
The Voluntary Principles Initiative (VPI) is requesting proposals from a consultant to support the organization to hire the first Executive Director of the VPI. The deadline to submit proposals is Wednesday, September 17, 2025, 5:00pm EDT.
Membership Application Window is Open Until September 15, 2025
The VPI is accepting new Membership applications. Interested organizations should submit their applications in writing. Applicants must first demonstrate that they meet the entry criteria for the category (Company, Government, or NGO) they are applying to.
VPI Blog – Navigating Brazil’s Security and Human Rights Landscape
In 2025, a consultancy interviewed several stakeholders in Brazil in the oil, gas and energy and mining sectors, government institutions and civil society. Their research provides a snapshot on current security and human rights risks.