UN Global Compact Business & Human Rights Accelerator Program 2026/2027

In short

The UN Global Compact Business & Human Rights Accelerator Program is a three-month program aimed at helping companies implement human rights and labour rights practices. Companies participating must have a foundational understanding of these rights, commit to developing an action plan, and be actively engaged with a Global Compact Country Network. Applications are open until 30 November 2026.

Who can apply

Type of organisation : Small and medium enterprises, Startups

Area of work : Not restricted or not stated

Stage : Not restricted or not stated

What you will need

• Must be a participant of the UN Global Compact or willing to join
• Engaged with a Global Compact Country Network or willing to join
• Identify human rights risks and impacts
• Develop and submit an Action Plan
• Complete all mandatory program requirements
• Appoint two working-level representatives
• Commit to applying the program outcomes
• Attend sessions and participate in Accelerator activities