Global Labour Standards & Protocols: Compliance Exposure Program for HR Practitioners
Venue: Mount Meru Hotel, Arusha-Tanzania
Date: 18th - 23rd May 2026
Cost: USD 1300
CPD points: 10
Overview
Expand your understanding of international labour standards with this exposure program for HR practitioners. Participants will explore the core conventions of the International Labour Organization (ILO) and other global frameworks governing labour rights, working conditions, and social protection. The curriculum covers freedom of association, non‑discrimination, child labour, forced labour, and occupational safety and health from a global perspective. Through case studies and discussions, attendees will learn to apply these standards in multinational operations, supply chains, and cross‑border employment. This program is essential for HR professionals in global organizations, international NGOs, and those advising on corporate social responsibility.
Objectives
- Understand the ILO's core labour standards and fundamental conventions
- Apply global standards on non‑discrimination and equal opportunity
- Address child labour and forced labour risks in operations and supply chains
- Ensure freedom of association and collective bargaining rights
- Promote occupational safety and health in line with international protocols
- Navigate labour standards in cross‑border employment and expatriate assignments
- Integrate global labour standards into corporate policies and codes of conduct
- Prepare for social audits and reporting on labour practices
- Stay informed about emerging global labour issues
Target Audience
- HR managers in multinational corporations
- Corporate social responsibility and sustainability professionals
- Supply chain and procurement managers
- Ethical trade and compliance officers
- International NGO staff
- Labour lawyers and advisors
- Government labour officials
Methodology
- Interactive sessions on ILO conventions and protocols
- Case study analyses of labour rights challenges
- Supply chain labour risk mapping exercises
- Policy development workshops
- Audit preparation simulations
- Peer discussions on implementing global standards
- Resources for ongoing learning
