OECD Due Diligence Guidance for Responsible Supply Chains of Minerals from Conflict-Affected and High-Risk Areas
Publisher: Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD)
Date: 2016
Topics: Conflict Prevention, Extractive Resources, Livelihoods
In conflict-affected and high-risk areas, companies involved in mining and trade in minerals have the potential to generate income, growth and prosperity, sustain livelihoods and foster local development. In such situations, companies may also be at risk of contributing to or being associated with significant adverse impacts, including serious human rights abuses and conflict.
This Guidance provides a framework for detailed due diligence as a basis for responsible global supply chain management of minerals. The purpose of this Guidance is to help companies respect human rights and avoid contributing to conflict through their sourcing decisions, including the choice of their suppliers.