The objectives of this side event are to raise awareness of the key elements of the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD) and its accompanying measures, highlighting both the opportunities and challenges it presents. The event will also focus on the support available and planned to help stakeholders adapt to these new requirements, including practical tools for businesses. Additionally, the side event aims to gather views from diverse stakeholders globally.

Opening remarks by:

• Mr. Michele Cervone, Deputy Head of Delegation of the EU to the UN and other international organizations in Geneva
• Mr. Damilola Olawuyi, UN Working Group on Business and Human Rights

Panelists:

• Mr. Ralf Sauer, Deputy Head of Unit on Company Law, European Commission
• Ms. Mowumi Olumide Obidiran, Deputy Director-General, Nigerian Association of Small-Scale Industrialists
• Mr. Mauricio Lazala, Lead on Business and Human Rights, OHCHR
• Ms. Lisa Rydén, Vice President Social Responsibility, Tetra Pak
• Ms. Kuanruthai Siripatthanakosol, Assistant Vice President for Global Partnerships, Global Compact Network of Thailand
• Mr. Livio Sarandrea, Global Policy Adviser on Business and Human Rights, UNDP
• Ms. Yblin Roman Escobar, Policy Adviser and Facilitator, Securing Indigenous Peoples' Rights in the Green Economy (SIRGE Coalition)

The panel will be moderated by Mr. Ruben Zandvliet, Deputy Director for Standards, Shift.

Snacks and drinks will be available for networking after the side event.