We offer a wide range of standard and tailored human rights training programmes, both online and in person.
They take into account the latest insights on the psychology of learning and include interactive elements such as exercises, quizzes, gamified e-learning modules, case studies and simulations.
Our training programmes can be created from scratch or adapted for a specific audience or target group within your organisation or supply chain.
Our e-learning programmes have been translated into over 20 languages so far. Please contact us to find out if the language you’re looking for is available. Löning Academy trainers are currently able to deliver in-person or online corporate human rights training in the following languages:
- English
- Dutch
- French
- German
- Hindi
- Italian
- Luxembourgish
- Spanish
- Turkish
As confirmation of participation, Löning issues signed certificates to all participants who complete a Löning Academy training programme.
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Our experts are looking forward to training you and your company’s employees or suppliers on how to effectively integrate respect for human rights into your business – flexibly and precisely tailored to your company’s needs.
Our programmes address such topics as the specific capacity needs of your company and industry, prioritised risks and supply chain categories – all to precisely fit your requirements and your budget.
To create these tailored programmes, we work closely with a company’s sustainability and learning and development teams.
Together, we define strategic goals and desired outcomes, and analyse knowledge gaps. We then propose pragmatic solutions to meet the specific needs of the organisation, team or function.
Upcoming training courses:How to become a Human Rights Officer
A one-day interactive and practice-based training course designed to equip business professionals with the knowledge to perform the role of a Human Rights
Officer. Book this training before 31 August to enjoy an early bird discount!
When: Thursday, October 12, 9:30–17:00 CET
Where: Berlin
Language: English
Upcoming: Looking for something else?
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Introductory training:Human rights due diligence:
The basics
The basics
Introductory programme on building core knowledge on human rights in a business context, and the due diligence process.
- Human rights
- Human rights in business
- Human rights due diligence
For: Anyone looking to develop a better understanding of human rights in a business context.
Book this trainingHuman rights due diligence: A step-by-step guide
Practical programme on implementing the individual steps of the human rights due diligence process.
- Identifying and prioritising human rights risks
- Defining effective measures
- Establishing effective grievance mechanisms
For: Professionals looking to establish or improve their human rights due diligence systems.
Book this trainingHRDD: Looking for something else?
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If you’re interested in a different introductory training, please get in touch
Specialised trainingHuman Rights Governance Workshop
A focused, interactive workshop bringing together different internal functions to define key human rights-related roles and responsibilities in your company and to build and agree on a draft governance structure that will guide the implementation of human rights risks management as well as reporting and documentation.
For: The different internal functions that need to drive, implement and support human rights due diligence in an organisation
Book this trainingHuman rights in procurement
A specialised programme designed to help procurement professionals and supply chain managers understand the relevance of human rights for their areas of responsibility.
- Human rights risks and impacts in procurement
- Developing responsible procurement strategies
- Monitoring and measuring suppliers’ social performance
For: Corporate professionals working in procurement, purchasing, purchasing or supply chain management.
Book this trainingHuman rights for legal and compliance professionals
A specialised programme designed to enhance the capacity of legal and compliance professionals to apply a human rights lens to their daily responsibilities.
- The legal landscape
- Human rights risk management in business transactions
- Human rights in business: Beyond compliance
For: Legal counsels, lawyers, compliance officers and other legal and compliance professionals.
Book this trainingHuman rights for finance professionals
A specialised programme designed to equip finance professionals with the necessary knowledge to effectively identify and assess the human rights aspects of financial activities.
- Human rights due diligence in the finance sector
- The regulatory context
- Integrating human rights into financial decisions
For: Professionals working in corporations or financial institutions.
Book this trainingHuman rights in production and operations
A specialised programme designed to spotlight the link between new human rights duties and existing corporate processes and requirements.
- Human rights risks in operations and production
- Linking human rights due diligence to existing corporate requirements
- Measures to address human rights risks
For: Professionals involved in production /manufacturing, quality, logistics and other operational activities.
Book this trainingSpecialised training by corporate function: Looking for something else?
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If you’re interested in a training programme targeting a different corporate function, please get in touch
Specialised trainingIdentifying and eliminating child labour in the supply chain
A specialised programme on corporate action for identifying and addressing different forms of child labour in supply chains and their root causes.
- Forms of child labour in supply chains
- Root causes of child labour
- Measures to address child labour in corporate risk management
For: Companies that have identified child labour as a potential risk in their supply chains.
Book this trainingIdentifying and eliminating modern slavery in the supply chain
A specialised programme on corporate action for identifying and addressing all forms of modern slavery including forced labour in supply chains.
- Forms of modern slavery in the supply chain
- High-risk sectors and products
- Measures to address modern slavery in corporate risk management
For: Companies that have identified forced labour and modern slavery as potential risks in their supply chains.
Book this trainingRespecting land and indigenous rights in business
A specialised programme on the links between land and indigenous rights and business activities.
- Business impact on land and indigenous rights
- High-risk industries and regional hot spots
- Measures to address land and indigenous rights in corporate risk management
For: Companies that have identified potential risks to land and indigenous rights in their supply chains.
Book this trainingSpecialised training by risk: Looking for something else?
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If you’re interested in a training programme focusing on a different human rights risk, please get in touch
Specialised trainingHow to be a human rights officer
A new programme that aims to prepare corporate professionals for the new role of corporate human rights officer.
- The context: Changing dynamics and legal landscape
- The role: Responsibilities and challenges of a HR officer
- The application: Monitoring risks, engaging with stakeholders, and reporting
For: Corporate professionals working in compliance, sustainability or human rights.
Book this trainingImplementing the German Supply Chain Act (LkSG)
A focused programme on the practical implementation of the German Supply Chain Due Diligence Act (LkSG).
- The scope and requirements of the LkSG
- Human rights risk management under the LkSG
- Industry or company-specific recommendations for implementing the LkSG
For: Professionals working in a companydirectly or indirectly subject to the LkSG.
Book this trainingHuman rights due diligence laws in Europe
A focused programme on the regulatory context in Europe and the implications of various human rights due diligence laws for companies.
- The regulatory context: From national laws to EU directive
- The challenge: Meeting the requirements of differing supply chain laws
- The application: A risk-based approach to implementation
For: Anyone looking to develop a better understanding of the regulatory landscape of business and human rights in Europe.
Book this trainingSpecialised training by legislation: Looking for something else?
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If you’re interested in a training programme focusing on a different regulation, please get in touch
TrainingHuman rights training for suppliers
A focused programme designed to train existing suppliers and onboard future suppliers on incorpo- rating human rights into their operations.
- Respecting human rights
- Understanding and reporting human rights performance
- Implementing human rights due diligence
For: Corporate professionals working in compliance, sustainability or human rights.
Book this trainingTraining for suppliers: Looking for something else?
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We can develop training programmes for suppliers in different industries, risk levels and geographies. For the right training solution that will meet your needs, please get in touch:
Personal trainingPersonal training for senior management
1:1 coaching session delivered by senior human rights experts, including by Markus Löning, Germany’s former Human Rights Commissioner and member of parliament.
Customised coaching sessions covering:
- Key trends in business and human rights
- Insights for addressing company-specific human rights challenges
- The necessary knowledge required for informed decision-making on human rights topics
For: Corporate professionals working in compliance, sustainability or human rights.
Book this trainingPersonal training for senior management: Looking for something else?
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For executive briefings, board presentations, coaching sessions and other programmes for senior management, get in touch:
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