Human Rights Due Diligence Law for Gender Equality in Multinational Enterprises

Abstract

Women's equal employment rights are one of the key research topics. The researchers found that only relying on human rights norms could not effectively regulate women's unequal employment rights problems. In addition, Multinational Enterprises (MNEs) and their host and home countries are responsible for women's unequal employment. Mandatory human rights due diligence (HRDD) laws can effectively regulate this gender inequality. However, the law on mandatory HRDD is still in its infancy and needs to be improved. The present study employs a literature review and empirical research methods to examine the factors hindering the guarantee of women's equal employment. Additionally, this paper scrutinizes the justifications for introducing mandatory HRDD laws. Meanwhile, the study analyses the advantages of mandatory HRDD laws and evaluates the current effectiveness, scope of application, and implementation. It is argued that the present situation needs to be revised to safeguard women's equal employment rights better. Finally, the paper offers corresponding suggestions to enhance the mandatory HRDD laws, and the research purpose of this paper is to promote women's employment equality and human rights protection.