A structured social dialogue is essential to effectively implement these obligations in line with international standards and guiding principles. By directly involving concerned actors, particularly workers and their representatives, risks specific to each sector and company can be more accurately identified.

As stated in the ILO Tripartite Declaration:

“In assessing human rights risks, companies, including multinational enterprises, should identify and evaluate any actual or potential adverse human rights impacts in which they may be involved through their own activities or as a result of their business relationships. This process should involve meaningful consultations with potentially affected groups and other relevant stakeholders, including workers’ organizations, based on the size of the enterprise and the nature and context of its operations. To meet the objectives of the Declaration, the process should continuously consider the essential role of freedom of association, collective bargaining, professional relations, and social dialogue.” (paragraph 10 e)

This dialogue also supports the development and monitoring of vigilance and remediation plans through a more participatory and transparent approach. Including stakeholders in defining preventive and corrective measures fosters buy-in and improves the effectiveness of actions.

Lastly, stronger cooperation between businesses and trade unions promotes more responsible practices and reduces human rights and labor risks in supply chains.

• Understand how industrial relations impact due diligence implementation.
• Promote dialogue among corporate governance and worker organization actors.
• Encourage academic research and presentations on the topic.

The Summer School will be structured in modules combining lectures, case studies, participatory workshops, and expert testimonials. A specific section will focus on academic research, inviting contributors to present their work related to due diligence and industrial relations. These presentations, enriched by recent innovations and practices from the Francophone world, will feed into debates and deepen knowledge. The call for contributions will help identify and share innovative approaches, strengthening links between theory and practice.

The bilingual training will be conducted in English and in French. Participants are therefore expected to have a good command of English or French language.

The ILO promotes equality of opportunities and strongly encourages women’s applications.

To apply for this course, please click on the "Apply now" button and fill out the online form before the application deadline.

If your application is sponsored by your Institution, you will be required to attach a sponsorship letter, covering the course fees.

Applications will be reviewed through a standardized selection process. Successful candidates will be notified.

The total price of this training activity includes full board accommodation at the ITCILO campus, routine medical care, medical insurance, and use of computer and internet facilities. The listed prices do not include the cost of travel between the participant's home country and the course venue. Participants are responsible for holding a valid passport and obtaining the appropriate visa (Schengen). Listed prices do not include the costs of passports, visas, and airport taxes.

Payment can be processed by bank transfer or credit card through an electronic payment link. The total price of this training activity must be paid in advance by the participant or his/her sponsoring organization.

If an enrolled participant wishes or must withdraw from a course, they must notify the Centre, in writing, of their decision at least 14 days prior to the start date of the course. Cancellation of participation in regular courses will result in penalties. For more details on this matter, please check our payment and cancellation policy webpage.