CHANGES IN GLOBAL VALUE CHAINS AND THEIR IMPACT Throughout the 20th century and recent decades, global value chains have undergone a major transformation, bringing both positive and negative effects on decent work. These effects vary depending on the sector and geographical context. On one hand, these chains promote job creation; on the other, they can lead to deficits in working conditions and worsen the adverse impacts of relocations. The resolution adopted during the 105th International Labour Conference (ILC) in 2016 recognized that global supply chains have contributed to economic growth, job creation, poverty reduction, and the shift from informal to formal economies. It also emphasized the importance of promoting decent work by strengthening fundamental labor rights, social protection, and social dialogue. Over the last decade, some states have adopted - alongside national labor laws and other non-binding initiatives - binding regulations that aim to protect fundamental workers' rights across borders. These regulations require companies to reduce actual and potential risks to human rights related to their operations and business relationships (value chains). THE KEY ROLE OF SOCIAL DIALOGUE 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. 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. OBJECTIVES - 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.