This report examines the gap between what consumers and brands believe and how they act when it comes to purpose and sustainability. Based on studies of 2,500 consumers and interviews with 125 large consumer companies, the report offers valuable insights for businesses looking to meet consumer and investor expectations.

This report provides practical responses for managing modern slavery risks in the resources and energy sectors. Covering topics such as risk to people and business, human rights risks, and key responses for addressing these risks, the report is an essential guide for companies seeking to effectively identify and manage modern slavery risks.

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This report advocates for creating a high-level, G20 framework using a set of principles for the introduction and management of big data and AI in the workplace. The paper identifies main issues and suggests two paths towards adoption.

The adoption of AI has more than doubled, with a peak of 58% in past years. The report highlights the importance of best practices and investing in AI as it is shown to bring financial returns. However, the majority of organisations are not mitigating risks associated with AI despite increasing use.

The Japanese Society for Artificial Intelligence has released ethical guidelines that aims to protect basic human rights and promote the peace, welfare, and public interest of humanity. The eight guidelines include: contributing to humanity, abiding by laws and regulations, respecting others' privacy, being fair, maintaining security, acting with integrity, being accountable and socially responsible, and communicating with society and self-development.

This report outlines a framework for responsible development of artificial intelligence. It provides principles that should guide ethical use of AI for the well-being of sentient beings, respect for autonomy, protection of privacy and intimacy, solidarity, democratic participation, equity, diversity inclusion, caution, responsibility, and sustainable development.

This report is a call-to-action for technologists to align creation of autonomous and intelligent systems to defined values and ethical principles prioritising human well-being. Emphasising the importance of embedding values and morals into these systems, it discusses a range of topics, including job automation, personal data protection, A/IS education, law, and more.

This report examines the risks of discrimination in the Information and Communication Technologies sector and its impact on human rights. It provides company guidance on eliminating discrimination and promoting inclusion, as well as investor guidelines for holding companies accountable.

This briefing explores the risks and opportunities Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) companies face in relation to children's rights. It highlights the importance of adhering to international standards and implementing internal policies and practices that prioritise the most severe impacts on children. Investors are encouraged to hold companies accountable.

The Dutch Pension Funds Agreement on Responsible Investment outlines the policies and procedures needed for pension funds to prevent, mitigate, and remediate against negative social and environmental consequences of investments. The agreement promotes long-term shareholder engagement and encourages due diligence in outsourcing, reporting, and transparency.

This report contains a framework and case studies for digital safety risk assessment. The case studies cover topics such as trust and safety best practices, human rights due diligence, and child safety in gaming and immersive worlds.

This report outlines the responsibility of industry and governments in promoting responsible development and use of artificial intelligence. The policy principles focus on the integration of principles into the design of AI technologies, investment in AI research and development, and collaboration through public-private partnerships.

The EU Commission has published a regulation that establishes harmonized rules on artificial intelligence (AI) while amending certain union laws. Stakeholders mostly agree on the need for action in the field of AI, but warn the Commission to avoid duplication and overregulation. The regulation will require an appropriate level of human and financial resources.

The International Federation of Accountants (IFAC) is a global organisation representing the accounting profession. It fosters global financial stability by promoting quality accounting and auditing standards, ethical practices, and professional development.

Australian Ethical is a leading ethical investment manager in Australia, offering responsible and sustainable investment options. With a focus on positive impact, they provide ethical superannuation, managed funds, and investment solutions, aligning investments with environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations. Explore ethical financial choices with Australian Ethical.