Join Dignity in Work for All (DIWA) as we share essential knowledge needed to establish effective Supplier Responsibility Systems as part of Human Rights Due Diligence (HRDD).
This course provides practical tools and hands-on insights through focused case studies in supply chain management and the application of HRDD principles.
Participants will engage with key questions related to implementing HRDD, learning from experts who have decades of experience developing company systems that can address complex human rights risks in the supply chain.
- How do we effectively embed Supplier Code of Conduct in Sourcing Policies?
- How do we know what our risk exposure is? How do we prioritize and segment suppliers based on human rights risks?
- What are the key procedures to effectively manage and address risks in the supply chain?
- What does good supplier engagement look like?
- How is success measured?
The training offers actionable guidance on supply chain mapping, supplier engagement, monitoring, and performance management to help meet evolving human rights expectations.

Course Highlights

Interactive exercises on supply chain risk mapping, supplier prioritization, and segmentation
Case study analysis using real-world examples of human rights risks across different industries and countries and effective controls for risk mitigation and management

Expert-driven discussions to reflect on business responsibilities and share perspectives on HRDD practices

Self-assessment through an implementation readiness survey to identify management systems gaps and opportunities for improvement
Knowledge checks and feedback sessions to reinforce learning and clarify key concepts
More about the training:
The class size for this course is kept small (max 25 participants) to enable facilitators to provide focused attention and a superior learning experience for all participants. The training will be conducted in English; however, materials will be provided in both English and Japanese, and Japanese language support from DIWA Japan staff will be available during the Q&A sessions and group work.
Other details:
Venue: Courtyard by Marriott Tokyo Station – Tokyo, Japan
Date: 2026, February 24th to 25th 9:00AM-5:00PM
Participation Fee: USD 1,100 (include lunch and coffee)