Human Rights Due Diligence Forum
Overview
The Human Rights Due Diligence (HRDD) Forum is a platform for legal practitioners working in the area of business and human rights to discuss developments arising from the UNGPs as they relate specifically to legal practice. It is a closed space for the free exchange of experiences and ideas under Chatham House Rules.
The Forum is a membership-based group, bringing together some of the most expert and experienced lawyers working in the field. The Forum is structured around 3-4 Roundtables a year involving thematic discussions on business and human rights related topics as they relate to legal practitioners. On occasion, external speakers may be invited to present on certain topics.
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Forum Director
The Forum Director is Lise Smit. Lise conducts research on corporate human rights due diligence and other aspects of implementation of the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights.
Prior to joining the Institute, Lise was a practicing advocate at the Cape Town Bar in South Africa. She has worked on business and human rights issues for the Business and Human Rights Resource Centre and the UN Global Compact Office.
