Lex Justi offers services to further respect for human rights and to assist in the prevention and mitigation of adverse human rights impacts by businesses. In addition, we provide advice as to the design, structure and implementation of solutions to such impacts. Specifically, Lex Justi offers the following services:
Training
human rights training on the United Nations Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights and on specific issues, such as: due diligence; respect for the rights of marginalized and disadvantaged persons, including minorities and indigenous peoples; and how to incorporate human rights into publicly available reports
Writing
research and analysis on specific issues related to business and human right
policy papers for advocacy on various topics
assistance with the presentation of information on respect for human rights, including in publicly available reports and on web-sites
support and guidance with the drafting of policy statements on human rights
Risk Assessment
formulation and implementation of a human rights impact assessment
incorporation of human rights into due diligence processes
Identification and Handling of Problems
formulation of grievance mechanisms
analysis of human rights problems and assistance in identifying and implementing potential solutions
ensure awareness and understanding of human rights principles and the relationship between such principles and the human dignity of individuals
Influence policies and actions of governments and businesses
demonstrate and document a commitment to human rights principles
assess the impact of activities on human rights
prevent and address adverse impacts on human rights