The United Nations Global Compact is an international commitment to principles on bribery and corruption, human rights, labor, and the environment. Cisco has participated in the organization since 2001. These principles are consistent with Cisco's own Corporate Code of Conduct Specific Cisco support of these principles is outlined below:
Principles—Human Rights
Businesses should support and respect the protection of internationally proclaimed human rights
Businesses should make sure that they are not complicit in human rights abuses
We strive to treat our employees and the communities in which we operate with respect and dignity. We are a supporter of the United Nations Universal Declaration of Human Rights, and expect our employees to respect the dignity of others as outlined in our Code of Business Conduct employee policies, and local and international laws. Our Supplier Code of Conduct sets out the standards we expect our suppliers to adhere to in their practices.
Principles—Labor Standards
Businesses should uphold the freedom of association and the effective recognition of the right to collective bargaining
Businesses should uphold the elimination of all forms of forced and compulsory labor
Businesses should uphold the effective abolition of child labor
Businesses should uphold the elimination of discrimination in respect of employment and occupation
Cisco recognizes that our most valuable asset is our workforce. Our Employee section contains numerous policies that help ensure Cisco's work environment is free from harassment and discrimination, and that employees are treated with dignity, respect, and courtesy. Cisco's Supplier Code of Conduct ensures our suppliers are subject to the same employee, health, and safety standards that in many cases are more stringent than local law.
Principles—Environment
Businesses should support a precautionary approach to environmental challenges
Businesses should undertake initiatives to promote greater environmental responsibility
Businesses should encourage the development and diffusion of environmentally friendly technologies
Cisco is committed to responsible environmental practices throughout our business. Our environmental policies and practices include innovative programs designed to increase the energy efficiency of our operations, reduce waste, and protect the environment in communities where we work. We conform to many international standards and make protecting the environment a companywide priority.
Principles—Anti-Corruption
Businesses should work against all forms of corruption, including extortion and bribery
Cisco's Code of Business Conduct outlines the legal and ethical standards we expect our employees to adhere to in their business dealings. It applies to our Cisco employees and subsidiaries. We also expect our suppliers, customers, and resellers to adhere to its contents.
