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Addressing modern slavery risk in the push to “net-zero”
Explore the intersection of decarbonisation and human rights with expert guidance on managing modern slavery risks in renewable energy supply chains while pursuing net-zero goals.
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August 21, 2023
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Businesses are pursuing “net-zero” through the rapid adoption of renewable energy. Yet the renewables sector has become plagued with allegations of forced labour throughout its supply chains.
This leaves businesses in a tough position; should they respond to increasing economic and societal pressures to decarbonise even if that implicates them in contributing to modern slavery? Or is this a legal and reputational minefield that businesses would be better off avoiding?
In this webinar, 3 experts help you with practical strategies in your company’s transition to clean energy.
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Meet the Speakers
Fiona David
CEO and Founder at Fair Futures
As creator of the Global Slavery Index, one of the world’s most heavily cited sources of data on modern slavery, Fiona has been at the forefront of defining what best practice looks like for anti-slavery efforts for three decades. Fiona’s governance roles include as Deputy Chair of ACCESS, Australia’s earth system simulator, as a Director of the Coolaroo Foundation, and representing Nicola Forrest on the Forrest Research Foundation Board of Governors. Today, as CEO and Founder of Fair Futures, Fiona advises clients on how to integrate human rights risk management into governance, strategy and operations, while remaining nimble and outcomes-focused.
Kate Donnelly
Manager, Corporate Engagement at Investor Group on Climate Change
Kate is a a program manager, researcher and facilitator with an interest in decarbonising our economy in ways that will shape a fairer and more sustainable society. I work with institutional investors to manage climate-related risks and opportunities, with a focus on enabling a just transition in Australia's regions and decarbonisation in the oil & gas and utilities sectors.
Kimberly Randle
Co-founder and CEO at Fair Supply
As founder and CEO of Fair Supply, Kimberly is an experienced and innovative human rights advocate specialising in modern slavery. Kimberly has over 15 years experience working in law and human rights for top tier firms in Australia and the United States, previously holding the role of Senior Director of Corporate and Legal for International Justice Mission Australia. Kimberly is a sought-after expert and speaker in the field of modern slavery and has been called upon to provide evidence for both the NSW and Commonwealth Parliamentary Inquiries into Human Trafficking. Kim received her Bachelor of Law from Macquarie University.
Meet the Speakers
Fiona David
CEO and Founder at Fair Futures
As creator of the Global Slavery Index, one of the world’s most heavily cited sources of data on modern slavery, Fiona has been at the forefront of defining what best practice looks like for anti-slavery efforts for three decades. Fiona’s governance roles include as Deputy Chair of ACCESS, Australia’s earth system simulator, as a Director of the Coolaroo Foundation, and representing Nicola Forrest on the Forrest Research Foundation Board of Governors. Today, as CEO and Founder of Fair Futures, Fiona advises clients on how to integrate human rights risk management into governance, strategy and operations, while remaining nimble and outcomes-focused.
Kate Donnelly
Manager, Corporate Engagement at Investor Group on Climate Change
Kate is a a program manager, researcher and facilitator with an interest in decarbonising our economy in ways that will shape a fairer and more sustainable society. I work with institutional investors to manage climate-related risks and opportunities, with a focus on enabling a just transition in Australia's regions and decarbonisation in the oil & gas and utilities sectors.
Kimberly Randle
Co-founder and CEO at Fair Supply
As founder and CEO of Fair Supply, Kimberly is an experienced and innovative human rights advocate specialising in modern slavery. Kimberly has over 15 years experience working in law and human rights for top tier firms in Australia and the United States, previously holding the role of Senior Director of Corporate and Legal for International Justice Mission Australia. Kimberly is a sought-after expert and speaker in the field of modern slavery and has been called upon to provide evidence for both the NSW and Commonwealth Parliamentary Inquiries into Human Trafficking. Kim received her Bachelor of Law from Macquarie University.