The IFC Sustainability Framework articulates IFC's strategic commitment to sustainable development and is an integral part of our approach to risk management. It promotes sound environmental and social E&S practices, encourages transparency and accountability, and contributes to positive development impacts. IFC’s Performance Standards, which are part of the Sustainability Framework, have become globally recognized as a benchmark for environmental and social risk management in the private sector.
Presented by IFC’s Environmental, Social, and Corporate Governance (ESG) specialists, this 75-minute webinar will provide a high-level overview of Performance Standard 7 (PS7). Indigenous Peoples (IPs) may be particularly vulnerable to the adverse impacts associated with project development, including the risk of impoverishment and loss of identity, culture, and natural resource-based livelihoods. PS7 seeks to ensure that business activities minimize negative impacts, foster respect for human rights, dignity, and culture of indigenous populations, and promote development benefits in culturally appropriate ways. Informed consultation and participation with IPs throughout the project process is a core requirement and may include Free, Prior, and Informed Consent under certain circumstances.
About the Presenters:
Diana Baird
Principal Social Development Specialist
International Finance Corporation
Jorge E. Villegas
Senior Environmental and Social Dev. Specialist
International Finance Corporation
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