Event 17/12/2024: Addressing Social and Labour Rights in investment policies

Join us for our second thematic event, "Addressing Social and Labour Rights in Investment Policies" on Tuesday 17 December 2024, in Brussels.

While strides have been made, social and labour rights remain vulnerable globally. To explore this crucial topic, we are bringing together international financial and non-financial experts to review the latest developments and examine the financial sector's pivotal role. We will also showcase how asset managers are integrating human rights into their investment strategies and actively engaging with portfolio companies to uphold and advance these principles.

This event offers a valuable opportunity to connect with representatives from civil society, asset management, ESG fields, policymaking, and academia. Join us to participate in an open dialogue, deepen your understanding, and exchange insights on stakeholder expectations and the financial sector’s role in advancing social and labour rights. The event is in-person but will also offer the possibility to attend remotely.

Please note this event is primarily aimed at human rights and sustainable finance experts. 

PROGRAMME

9:00 Coffee and registration
9:30 Introduction - ​Tom Van den Berghe, Managing Director, Towards Sustainability label
9:40 Keynotes

• Selim Boudhabhay, Responsible Investment Manager, Principles for Responsible Investment
• Talya Swissa, Engagement Manager, Social Transformation, WBA
• Matthew Welch, Responsible Investment Specialist, Degroof Petercam Asset Management
• Michael Herskovich, Global Head of Stewardship, BNP Paribas Asset Management

11:40 Panel discussion moderated by Talya Swissa
12:50 Closing remarks - Olivier Marquet, Chairman, Towards Sustainability label
13:00 Networking lunch

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

Date:
Tuesday, 17 December 2024, from 9:00 to 14:00

Address:
TownHall Europe
5 Square de Meeûs
1000 Brussels