Integrating Human Rights into Business Education: Implications for Investors and Entrepreneurs in Oman

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• July 9, 2025
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Muscat, July 9 — The Business and Human Rights Forum, organized by the Omani Human Rights Commission, concluded its two-day session in Muscat with several key recommendations.

Participants urged private universities and colleges to incorporate human rights topics into their business-related curricula, while also calling for the establishment of ethical policies that promote these values in academic settings.

The forum emphasized the need for private sector companies to develop an ethical charter that empowers employees to advocate for and protect human rights in the workplace. Moreover, it suggested integrating United Nations principles on business and human rights into the policies of private sector companies and establishing mechanisms for monitoring and compliance.

The importance of knowledge sharing among organizations applying human rights standards, particularly in supply chains, was highlighted. The forum advocated for transparency through reporting on the implementation of these standards to raise community awareness about the significance of respecting human rights and fostering sustainable development in the workplace.

Additionally, it recommended that private sector companies initiate human rights initiatives in their business practices and enhance the participation of people with disabilities in the labor market, considering the various types of disabilities and their compatibility with work environments.

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The recent recommendations from the Business and Human Rights Forum underscore the need for ethical business practices in Oman, presenting both a challenge and an opportunity for the private sector. Companies that embrace human rights principles not only enhance workplace integrity but also position themselves as leaders in transparency and corporate social responsibility. Smart investors and entrepreneurs should prioritize firms committed to ethical policies, as this alignment with international standards is likely to attract more business and foster a sustainable market environment.

Source: Oman News