Panel – Implementing the VPSHR: Addressing the Human Rights Impacts of Security through Multi-Stakeholder Engagement and Regulation

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UQHPlfzO5NQ&t=7s

With the Voluntary Principles on Security and Human Rights now in their 20th year, a wealth of information has been gained on how to practically implement the principles at the country-level. Watch the recording of the session organized by the Government of Australia during the United Nations Virtual Forum on Responsible Business and Human Rights, with a particular reference to the Asia-Pacific region. Focus was given to current efforts to include human rights standards in the work practices of private security providers servicing the extractives industry.