Social and Human Rights

About

The finance industry has the power to influence lives, communities, and entire societies. When guided by human rights, inclusion, and equality principles, it becomes a driving force for sustainable transformations that enable people everywhere to thrive. Fairness and justice are essential parts of the solution to the global challenges of climate change, biodiversity loss and pollution.

At UNEP FI, we work alongside our members and partners to embed social and human rights considerations into mainstream finance while helping them fulfil the commitments they have made as signatories to the Principles for Responsible Banking and the Principles for Sustainable insurance. We equip financial institutions to respond more effectively to emerging risks and opportunities and support them in channeling resources into businesses and projects that enhance financial health and inclusion, support decent work, and accelerate a just transition that leaves no one behind.

Resources and opportunities

Many of UNEP FI’s resources are publicly available to inform strategy, inspire innovation, and assess performance on financial health and inclusion. Browse guidance, tools, and reports on social and human rights here.

For UNEP FI members

UNEP FI members have exclusive access to dedicated resources and peer learning opportunities to support their work to embed social and human rights considerations into their strategy and activities. Access member-only resources here. Interested in becoming a UNEP FI member? Find out more here.

For partners

We work with a broad range of institutions and organizations—development banks, NGOs, networks, fintechs, and public bodies—who are committed to building healthier, more inclusive economies. If you are interested in collaboration or partnership opportunities,
please contact us.