Dr. Abiola Okpechi
Regulatory & Sustainability Expert, ESG & Responsible Sourcing
Abiola supports companies in their efforts to integrate human rights into corporate risk management frameworks and supply chain risk analysis. Prior to joining Assent, she worked as a consultant, providing expert guidance to companies on United Nations Guiding Principles around human rights and corporate social responsibility (CSR). She also served as lead specialist on human rights at AngloGold Ashanti Ltd. In this role, she developed and led implementation of the company’s human rights strategy, addressing sustainability risks and ensuring compliance with internal and external standards for several corporate offices. Abiola holds a Ph.D. in Public Law (Human Rights).
Insights from Abiola Okpechi
Time Is Running Out for Canadian Anti-Forced Labor Law Data Collection
The deadline for Canadian anti-forced labor law reporting is just months away. Learn how to stay compliant before time runs out.
UFLPA Alert: U.S. Senate Committee on Finance Digs Deeper Into Automotive Supply Chains
The U.S. Senate Committee on Finance digs deeper into automotive supply chains to search for forced labor risk under the US Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA).
For Manufacturers, the Focus Shifts to Human Rights
Human rights have become a significant issue for manufacturers. There are four priorities they must consider as they move forward.
