As corporations grow in influence, the tension between corporate power, democracy, and the rule of law has never been more pressing. This event brings together leading scholars, policymakers, and advocates to examine the evolving role of businesses in shaping regulatory landscapes, influencing democratic processes, and navigating human rights responsibilities.
The first session delves into corporate power and EU regulatory frameworks, exploring how legislative structures often favor economic actors over civil society, and assessing business unity and division in the face of political backlash. The second session interrogates the role of corporations as either defenders or violators of rights, addressing critical issues such as corporate activism, tax avoidance, and the erosion of democratic participation due to business misconduct. Finally, the third session shifts the focus to democratic organizing and multi-stakeholder partnerships, investigating how collaborative initiatives can empower marginalized communities and reshape corporate accountability.
With contributions from distinguished academics and practitioners, this event fosters a critical dialogue on the challenges and possibilities of ensuring corporate responsibility in an era of geopolitical tensions and regulatory shifts.
More information about this event can be found here. All interested participants can join online, the event is free and open. To join the event, please use this link.
