The Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) has released two new draft labor standards, “Non-Discrimination and Equal Opportunity” and “Diversity and Inclusion,” marking a significant step in overhauling its labor-related sustainability disclosures.
These standards, part of a broader “Labor Project” initiated in 2022, aim to enhance transparency by requiring companies to report on both direct and indirect discrimination, actions taken to prevent it, and how diversity and inclusion are integrated into their strategy and governance.
Public consultation for these drafts is open until September 15, 2025, with final versions of the revised eight labor standards expected to roll out from mid-2026.
The move emphasizes a human rights-based approach, pushing for real-world outcomes and executive accountability, aligning with global efforts for decent work and inclusive growth.
