The 10 Principles of the UN Global Compact derive from declarations of the United Nations on human rights, labour, environment and anti-corruption, and are of universal consensus.

Principle 1

“Companies must support and respect the protection of fundamental human rights, recognized internationally, within their sphere of influence.”

Principle 2

“Companies must ensure that their companies are not complicit in the violation of Human Rights.”

Principle 3

“Companies must support the freedom of affiliation and the effective recognition of the right to collective bargaining.”

Principle 4

“Companies must support the elimination of all forms of forced or coerced labour.”

Principle 5

“Companies should support the eradication of child labour.”

Principle 6

“Companies must support the abolition of discriminatory practices in employment and occupation.”

Principle 7

“Companies must maintain a preventive approach that favours the environment.”

Principle 8

“Companies should encourage initiatives that promote greater environmental responsibility.”

Principle 9

“Companies should favour the development and diffusion of environmentally friendly technologies.”

Principle 10

“Companies must work against corruption in all its forms, including extortion and bribery.”