Introduction

Sustainable Development and Workers’ Rights are now central pillars of global economic transformation, corporate accountability, and inclusive growth. In an era defined by ESG compliance, climate action, ethical supply chains, and decent work standards, organizations are under increasing pressure to align profitability with social justice and environmental stewardship. Sustainable Development and Workers’ Rights Training Course is designed to build practical competencies in sustainability governance, labor rights protection, fair employment practices, and responsible business conduct, ensuring participants understand both global frameworks and local implementation strategies.

The course integrates key international standards such as ILO conventions, UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), corporate ESG reporting frameworks, and human rights due diligence systems. Participants will explore real-world challenges such as forced labor prevention, gender equality in workplaces, occupational safety and health (OSH), living wages, and green economy transitions. By combining theory, policy, and case-based learning, this program equips professionals to drive impactful change in organizations, communities, and supply chains while promoting decent work, climate resilience, and sustainable economic development.

Programme Curriculum

Sustainable Development and Workers’ Rights Training Course

Introduction

Course Duration

5 days

Course Objectives

Promote Decent Work Agenda (ILO Framework) implementation
Strengthen ESG Compliance and Reporting Standards
Enhance understanding of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs 8, 10, 12, 13)
Improve Workers’ Rights Protection Mechanisms
Build capacity in Ethical Supply Chain Management
Develop skills in Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Systems
Strengthen Gender Equality and Workplace Inclusion Policies
Address Child Labour and Forced Labour Prevention Strategies
Promote Living Wage and Fair Compensation Models
Improve Climate-Smart and Green Jobs Transition Skills
Enhance Social Dialogue and Collective Bargaining Practices
Strengthen Human Rights Due Diligence (HRDD) frameworks
Build capacity for Corporate Sustainability Leadership and Governance

Target Audience

HR Managers and Human Resource Officers
Corporate Sustainability and ESG Professionals
Trade Union Leaders and Worker Representatives
Government Labor and Policy Officers
NGO and Civil Society Advocates
Supply Chain and Procurement Managers
Occupational Safety and Health Practitioners
Development Agency and Project Managers

Course Modules

Module 1: Foundations of Sustainable Development & SDGs

Overview of UN SDGs (focus on SDG 8, 12, 13)
Link between economic growth and social justice
Sustainability frameworks in global governance
Corporate responsibility in sustainable development
Policy alignment and national development plans
Case Study: IKEA sustainability transformation and circular economy model

Module 2: International Labour Standards & Workers’ Rights

ILO conventions and core labour standards
Freedom of association and collective bargaining
Elimination of forced and child labour
Non-discrimination and equal opportunity
Enforcement mechanisms and compliance systems
Case Study: Bangladesh garment industry reforms after Rana Plaza disaster

Module 3: ESG Compliance and Corporate Accountability

ESG reporting frameworks (GRI, SASB, TCFD)
Social and governance indicators in ESG
Stakeholder engagement strategies
Transparency and anti-corruption systems
Sustainability audits and reporting tools
Case Study: Unilever ESG transformation and sustainable sourcing policies

Module 4: Occupational Health, Safety & Well-being

Workplace safety regulations and risk assessment
Mental health and psychosocial safety at work
Industrial hygiene and hazard prevention
Emergency preparedness and response systems
Safety culture development in organizations
Case Study: OSHA-driven safety improvements in US manufacturing sector

Module 5: Ethical Supply Chains & Responsible Sourcing

Supply chain mapping and risk identification
Supplier code of conduct implementation
Forced labour risk mitigation strategies
Traceability and blockchain in supply chains
Auditing and certification systems
Case Study: Nestlé cocoa supply chain child labour monitoring program

Module 6: Gender Equality & Inclusive Workplaces

Gender pay gap analysis and equity strategies
Workplace diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI)
Anti-harassment and safe workplace policies
Women empowerment in leadership roles
Disability inclusion and accessibility standards
Case Study: Microsoft global DEI workplace transformation program

Module 7: Climate Change, Green Jobs & Just Transition

Transition from fossil fuels to green economy
Skills development for green employment
Climate adaptation in labour markets
Renewable energy job creation
Just transition policies for workers
Case Study: Germany’s coal phase-out and worker retraining programs

Module 8: Social Dialogue, Collective Bargaining & Governance

Tripartite negotiation systems (government, employers, workers)
Labour dispute resolution mechanisms
Collective bargaining agreements (CBA) structures
Industrial relations management
Strengthening labour governance institutions
Case Study: South Africa mining sector wage negotiations framework

Training Methodology

This course employs a participatory and hands-on approach to ensure practical learning, including:

Interactive lectures and presentations.
Group discussions and brainstorming sessions.
Hands-on exercises using real-world datasets.
Role-playing and scenario-based simulations.
Analysis of case studies to bridge theory and practice.
Peer-to-peer learning and networking.
Expert-led Q&A sessions.
Continuous feedback and personalized guidance.

Register as a group from 3 participants for a Discount

Send us an email: info@fineskilltrainingcenter.org or call +254769199797

Certification

Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with a globally- recognized certificate.

Tailor-Made Course

We also offer tailor-made courses based on your needs.

Key Notes

a. The participant must be conversant with English.

b. Upon completion of training the participant will be issued with an Authorized Training Certificate

c. Course duration is flexible and the contents can be modified to fit any number of days.

d. The course fee includes facilitation training materials, 2 coffee breaks, buffet lunch and A Certificate upon successful completion of Training.

e. One-year post-training support Consultation and Coaching provided after the course.

f. Payment should be done at least a week before commence of the training, to Fineskill Training Center account, as indicated in the invoice so as to enable us prepare better for you.

Skills & Software Covered

Sustainability awareness labour rights advocacy policy integration ethical development

Programme Fee

Duration: 5 Days

Method: Online or Physical

Online Price: $1,000

Physical Price: $1,500

Certification: Accredited Certificate

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Available Sessions

Location

Month

Year

Nov 02 2026

02 Nov — 06 Nov 2026

💻 Online / Virtual session

Online $1,000

Sustainable Development and Workers' Rights Training Course

Introduction

Programme Curriculum

Training Methodology

Skills & Software Covered

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