Commit to respecting human rights and applying the UN Guiding Principles and integrate this commitment in a few sentences, e.g. in the voluntary commitment of the sporting event.  

Note for beginners: The commitment can also be made in a few sentences on the website. This does not necessarily entail a voluntary commitment to apply the UN Guiding Principles. 

Identify human rights risks in all areas of the sporting event together with your stakeholders. The categorisation for identifying human rights risks at sporting events in Germany can help as a general guide.  
 
Note for beginners: You can use the categorisation of human rights risks as a guide when analysing human rights risks  
(see Human Rights Deep Dive). 

Analyse the identified risks to assess their severity and probability using a risk matrix.

Formulate a clear and publicly available statement (Human Rights Policy) that sets out your commitment to respecting human rights. The policy includes a reference to the human rights commitment (see step 1), the scope of application, the essential risk areas (see step 2 and step 3) with the naming of potentially affected groups of people, responsibilities and competences as well as the intention to establish a complaints mechanism and develop remedial measures. This also includes a process description of how you intend to address the key risks (with clear responsibilities). This policy is approved at management level, communicated both internally and externally and, if necessary, also published in multiple languages.

In compliance with the UN Guiding Principles, the Human Rights Policy must address all people who are directly or indirectly connected to the sporting event in a labour context. The (global) supply and value chains are therefore an important area of the policy. The template “Declaration of principles on respect for human rights along the supply and value chains” can be used to include this topic area. You can find it under Network & Resources in the login area.

Further measures are listed in the OECD Due Diligence Guidance for Responsible Business Conduct in Chapter II No. 6.

Note for beginners: You can dispense with a publicly accessible declaration. Only record the contents in a document for internal communication.

Based on the results of the due diligence (see step 3), plan preventive measures (e.g. contract design, internal training, code of conduct, regular review of existing and future suppliers) to prevent, avoid or mitigate potential or actual human rights violations. Also ensure that all partners and suppliers respect human rights. 

Provide a mechanism for affected parties and third parties to submit complaints. These mechanisms must be legitimate, transparent, easily accessible, predictable, balanced, human rights-compatible, effective and geared towards continuous learning. Exchange and dialogue with those affected by risks is important here. Ensure that complaints are processed promptly, taken seriously and investigated fairly. Involve those affected in the process.  

Note for beginners: You do not have to develop your own complaints mechanisms from scratch. Use existing structures, such as those offered by associations or other higher-level initiatives, and refer to them in your communication channels. Ensure that the reported incidents are handled appropriately – either by you or a partner. 

If a human rights violation has occurred at your own site or in the supply chain, appropriate measures must be taken to end or minimise it. For example, ensure that those affected receive appropriate compensation or reparation. This may include financial compensation, corrective measures or other forms of redress.

Risks at indirect suppliers must also be analysed, considered and addressed if you have indications of possible human rights violations or environmental offences.
The German Supply Chain Due Diligence Act (in German: Lieferkettensorgfaltspflichtengesetz - LkSG) expressly enshrines the principle of “empowerment before withdrawal”. Companies are encouraged not to withdraw from regions with weak standards, but to work locally with their suppliers or within the industry to minimise risks.

Continuously review the human rights impact of the sporting event by conducting regular audits and preparing reports. Evaluate the effectiveness of the measures taken and adjust them if necessary. 

Note for beginners: If comprehensive monitoring is difficult, you should first check whether new risks arise and whether complaints mechanisms are working. Expand the monitoring process as your experience grows.   

Publish regular information on human rights compliance measures, including the results of due diligence and steps taken to mitigate risks. 

Note for beginners: Start with simple means to create transparency by publishing initial information about your human rights measures on your website. If necessary, expand the communication measures as your experience grows.