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What is ISO 26000?
ISO 26000 – Guidance on social responsibility is an international standard which defines the term “social responsibility” and how organisations should respond to relevant issues and opportunities.
It is based on three international standards relating to health and safety, and human rights:
- International Labour Organization (ILO) conventions
- Universal Declaration on Human Rights
- UN Convention on Children’s Rights
TÜV SÜD can help you with ISO 26000 validation, supporting you to create a comprehensive approach to sustainable social responsibility that fosters ethical behaviour, sustainability and positive stakeholder relationships.
Why ISO 26000 is important
ISO 26000 is designed to help organisations excel in sustainable development compliance. The standard recognises that sustainable development is a principal obligation of any organisation, as well as a vital part of sustainable social responsibility. The guidance promotes a common understanding of social responsibility, complementing other international social responsibility instruments and initiatives.
The guidance helps organisations to understand how they should ethically and transparently consider diversity - societal, environmental, legal, cultural, political and organisational. This helps them to contribute to social and ecological wellbeing while improving sustainable development.
The benefits of ISO 26000 validation
Minimise compliance risks
Comply with national and international statutory requirements for a socially responsible business.
Increase consumer loyalty
Demonstrate your organisation’s commitment to a socially sustainable business model.
Avoid negative publicity
Provide clear methods that work towards safeguarding your organisation’s reputation.
Motivate your workforce
They work for an organisation that creates superior quality products and services, and benefit from improved working conditions.
Prove your socially conscious credentials
Integrate key elements of Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) criteria and sustainability frameworks into corporate governance.
How TÜV SÜD can help you with ISO 26000 validation
Our international network provides ISO 26000 validation services for organisations worldwide, certifying their compliance with ISO 26000 requirements on a global scale. In addition, our auditors are required to follow a strict code of conduct during assessment that ensures complete independence. The assessment methodology has been developed by experts within TÜV SÜD.
