A new case study published today Financial Times by my colleagues NYU Stern Center for Business and Human Rights examines child labor in the meatpacking sector and the role of private equity firms. It makes the case for financial firms paying greater attention to human rights. ft.com/content/ed483e…

US assistance to Ukraine / Україна requires bipartisan support. Here is the case for providing it Forbes forbes.com/sites/michaelp…

Excellent The Washington Post article today from Will Oremus on a new report focused on social media and the 2024 elections from Paul M. Barrett NYU Stern Center for Business and Human Rights washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/…

Just in case anyone is inclined to downplay the threats to the US elections in November, this report from NYU Stern Center for Business and Human Rights on the digital risks makes sobering reading: bhr.stern.nyu.edu/tech-elections…

The The New York Times cites our new research on digital threats facing elections this year in the U.S. and around the world. (Link to NYU Stern Center for Business and Human Rights report in the text of the article.) nytimes.com/2024/02/15/bus…

Closing the gender gap in business is the right thing to do, but also smart from an economic perspective. Here is my view Forbes forbes.com/sites/michaelp…

We're excited to announce the launch of our new website! Dive into the latest news and insights on the intersection of business and human rights. Stay informed and engaged with our work as we write a new playbook for business and human rights. Explore now: bhr.stern.nyu.edu

Last month the Administration released its National Action Plan for Responsible Business Conduct. While it recognizes positive corporate commitments, it fails to utilize the government's leverage to press companies to better protect global workers. thehill.com/opinion/intern…

The #UAW and #Volkswagen have agreed to create a German-style workers council in which white and blue collar workers will meet regularly with management to discuss issues like working conditions and productively. Here is my view NYU Stern Center for Business and Human Rights bhr.stern.nyu.edu/quick-take/why…

Useful advice from my @nyusterncbhr colleague Mariana Olaizola on how to protect children who participate in online games bhr.stern.nyu.edu/quick-take/how…

Why is Goldman Sachs donor advised fund giving to organizations working to undermine workplace diversity? Here is my view Forbes forbes.com/sites/michaelp…

Last week the EU finally adopted its due diligence directive. Going forward governments and companies will face real challenges in implementing it effectively. Here is my view bhr.stern.nyu.edu/quick-take/cha…

Excellent statement from the #Elders on the crisis in Myanmar theelders.org/news/myanmar-r…

Shein, the fast fashion juggernaut, is aiming to launch an IPO in the UK. British regulators need to take a close look at SHEIN labor rights record before moving forward. Here is my view @forbes: forbes.com/sites/michaelp…

In an excellent article in Just Security my colleague Paul M. Barrett examines recently lawsuits against social media companies brought by the families of victims of mass shootings. justsecurity.org/96932/social-m…

The SCOTUS Updates rejection of the Chevron doctrine will seriously undermine the ability of regulatory agencies to protect the environment and keep food and drugs safe. Here is my view in Forbes forbes.com/sites/michaelp…

This new report NYU Stern Center for Business and Human Rights examines shareholder activism, on social issues in particular. It proposes a series of steps for strengthening this advocacy and making it more effective.

Now that longtime #Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has stepped down, the country is in a fragile transition. Given the importance of the apparel sector to the economy, global brands and retailers need to stay. Here is my view forbes.com/sites/michaelp…

BlackRock and other large investment firms are bowing to conservative pressure and wishing away environmental and social problems. They can do more. forbes.com/sites/michaelp…

A number of US companies are scaling back their commitments to diversity. They should recognize that a more diverse, inclusive economy is in society's best interest. forbes.com/sites/michaelp…