Growing focus is being placed by organisations globally on the 'social' or 'S' element of ESG, and increasingly in private markets. Employers across the board, including investee companies of private funds, are sharpening their focus on issues such as pay equity, human rights (including modern slavery, child labour, and violence against women), health and safety (including mental health) in the workplace, diversity and inclusion initiatives, and stakeholder and community engagement. Recent regulatory developments have also led to the emergence of guidance for managers of private fund...
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