Human rights
Integrated into operating standards
Part of our value system is the observation of human rights, which is an integral component of Deutsche Bank’s self-conception. In our sustainability guidelines for example, we pledge to match international standards that both explicitly and implicitly include the observation of human rights. Therefore, guidelines such as the World Bank Standards, the OECD Principles for Multinational Enterprises, the International Labor Standards, and the UN Global Compact Principles apply across the Group.
Our Code of Conduct requires us and all of our employees around the world to maintain equal opportunities by not discriminating based on age, disability, ethnic background, skin color, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation and identity, nationality, religion, civil status, or any other characteristics.
We are actively engaged in networks such as the Global Compact Network Germany (DGCN) and participate in workshops concerning the economy and human rights.
We include human rights issues in our business activities. Our credit guidelines therefore explicitly address, for example, the dangers of human trafficking and give the highest priority to the interests of the local population concerning the environment.
Our Code of Conduct for suppliers demands equal opportunities, freedom of negotiation, and a ban on both child and forced labor.
In 2010, we will launch a human rights program, which will, above all, focus on raising consciousness. Through this program, we aim to gain as many employees as key communicators Group-wide and across divisions as we can.
CEO statement
Dr. Josef Ackermann confirmed our commitment to the observation of human rights with his signature on the declaration made by international corporate managers on the 60th anniversary of the “Universal Declaration of Human Rights.”