Overview

Equidem is an independent human rights and labour rights organisation and registered charity based in the United Kingdom, formally incorporated in 2021.
It works globally to expose injustice, promote accountability, and strengthen the human rights movement, with a focus on marginalised and vulnerable communities.

Mission and focus areas

Equidem’s mission centres on investigating human rights abuses, advancing labour rights, and supporting community-led solutions to systemic challenges.
Key focus areas include migrant worker rights, corporate accountability, gender equality, climate-related labour risks, and ending exploitation.

Its work intersects with ESG and sustainable finance by examining supply chains, corporate conduct, and the human rights implications of global economic systems, including the green transition.

Structure and governance

Equidem operates as a non-political charity with an international footprint, supported by teams and investigators across regions including Asia, Africa, and the Middle East.
It is led by an executive director and supported by a multidisciplinary team of researchers, analysts, and field investigators, alongside partnerships with civil society, governments, and international organisations.

Programs and offerings

Equidem produces research reports, investigations, and policy briefings that document human rights abuses and propose practical solutions.
It also provides advisory services, training, and advocacy to governments, businesses, and investors on human rights due diligence and labour standards.

Through these outputs, Equidem supports evidence-based decision-making and contributes to improved accountability and responsible business practices across global supply chains.