The Human Rights and Business Academic Forum is an online event organized by the Council of Europe to foster dialogue among researchers and academics. This half-day forum aims to explore how academic work deepens understanding of the intersection between human rights and business, informs corporate practices, and promotes responsible conduct.
The forum's agenda includes thematic sessions on standards in human rights and business, their implementation, and other academic research in the field. Discussions will cover evolving legal frameworks, implementation challenges, and innovative approaches to advancing corporate responsibility.
Participants will have opportunities for scholarly exchange and networking with peers. Notable speakers include Clare Ovey, Director of Human Rights at the Council of Europe, and Lyra Jakulevičienė, Member of the UN Working Group on Business and Human Rights.
This event is ideal for academics, researchers, and practitioners interested in the intersection of human rights and business, offering insights into current standards, research trends, and capacity-building tools.
Speakers(18)
Ana Maria Telbis
Head of Division a.i., Justice and Human Rights training at Directorate General Human Rights and Rule of Law, Council of Europe
Ana Maria Telbis oversees justice and human rights training programs within the Council of Europe.
Berit Knaak
Senior Research Associate and Lecturer at University of Geneva - Geneva Center for Business and Human Rights
Berit Knaak is a senior research associate and lecturer at the University of Geneva, specializing in business and human rights.
Biljana Nikolic
Programme Manager at Innovative Solutions for Human Rights and Justice Unit, Directorate General Human Rights and Rule of Law, Council of Europe
Biljana Nikolic manages programs aimed at developing innovative solutions for human rights and justice within the Council of Europe.
Claire Bright
Associate Professor and Director at NOVA Centre on Business, Human Rights and the Environment at NOVA Law School
Claire Bright is an associate professor and director at NOVA Law School, focusing on business, human rights, and environmental law.
Daniel Schf6nfelder
Partner at Blue Marble Legal
Daniel Sch0f6nfelder is a partner at Blue Marble Legal, specializing in legal aspects of business and human rights.
Dr. Olaf K0f6ndgen
Open Council of Europe Academic Networks (OCEAN) Programme at Council of Europe
Dr. Olaf K0f6ndgen coordinates the OCEAN Programme at the Council of Europe, fostering academic networks on human rights topics.
Elena Plotnikova
Doctoral Researcher, Human Rights, Business and the Environment course teacher at Jyväskylä University School of Business and Economics, Finland
Elena Plotnikova is a doctoral researcher and course instructor on human rights, business, and the environment at Jyväskylä University.
Elena Yurkina
Head of Unit for Innovative Solutions for Human Rights and Justice at Directorate General Human Rights and Rule of Law, Council of Europe
Elena Yurkina leads a unit focused on developing innovative solutions for human rights and justice within the Council of Europe.
Elvana Thaci
Head of Unit, Tromsf8 Convention at Directorate General Human Rights and Rule of Law, Council of Europe
Elvana Thaci heads the unit responsible for the Troms0f8 Convention at the Council of Europe, focusing on access to official documents and transparency.
Katarina Nedeljkovic
Advisor to the Director General at Directorate General Human Rights and Rule of Law, Council of Europe
Katarina Nedeljkovic advises the Director General on matters pertaining to human rights and the rule of law within the Council of Europe.
Lyra Jakulevidien17
Member at UN Working Group on Business and Human Rights
Lyra Jakulevi0dien17 is a member of the UN Working Group on Business and Human Rights, contributing to the development and implementation of global standards in this field.
Olena Uvarova
Business and Human Rights Specialist at United Nations Development Programme
Olena Uvarova is a business and human rights specialist at the UNDP and chairs the International Lab on BHR at Yaroslav Mudryi National Law University.
Prof. Dorothee Baumann-Pauly
Director at Geneva Center for Business and Human Rights
Prof. Dorothee Baumann-Pauly directs the Geneva Center for Business and Human Rights, focusing on integrating human rights into business practices.
Prof. Dr. Huib Huyse
Head of Research Group Sustainable Development at KU Leuven
Prof. Dr. Huib Huyse leads the Sustainable Development research group at KU Leuven, focusing on human rights and business.
Radu Mares
Associate Professor at Raoul Wallenberg Institute of Human Rights
Radu Mares is an associate professor at the Raoul Wallenberg Institute, focusing on human rights and business.
Raffaele Sabato
Judge at European Court of Human Rights
Raffaele Sabato serves as a judge at the European Court of Human Rights, adjudicating cases related to the European Convention on Human Rights.
Sini61a Milatovi07
Business and Human Rights Specialist at United Nations Development Programme
Sini61a Milatovi07 specializes in business and human rights at the UNDP, working to integrate human rights considerations into business operations.
Tigran Karapetyan
Head of Division at Directorate General Human Rights and Rule of Law, Council of Europe
Tigran Karapetyan leads a division within the Council of Europe focused on human rights and the rule of law, facilitating various programs and initiatives.
Event Details
- Date
- July 4, 2024
- Location
- 🇫🇷 France
- Pricing
- Free
- Audience
- Academics, researchers, and practitioners interested in human rights and business.