Land, Business and Human Rights

The Institute for Human Rights and Business convened a discussion around land, business, and human rights in Manesar, India, on June 24-25. Over 25 representatives participated in the two-day forum.

Participants included representatives of leading businesses with responsibilities in India and beyond, academic and legal experts as well as members of the civil society expressing a wide range of views on issues such as indigenous people's rights, ecological concerns, human rights, and property rights.

The Institute aims to organise similar convenings in the future; the next convening on land will most likely be held in Latin America, in early 2010.

The Institute will make public its initial findings and thinking, in due course, and invites comments from stakeholders. Please write to [email protected] expressing interest in participating in future activities of the Institute, as well as indicating your expertise and interest in the subject.

There will be a secure web-based facility where discussions and dialogue can continue, between those who have contributed to the meeting in India, and others who will become part of this endeavour.