Following coalition building efforts that started in 2023, CRSI brings together civil society, brands, and industry body to embed sustainable practices and respect for human rights across the sugar value chain in India. We are at the beginning of our journey, and we are resolute about building a better tomorrow.
A collaborative multi-stakeholder initiative that aims to embed and promote responsible and sustainable business practices across India’s sugar value chain.
To provide a collaborative platform to drive systemic change through dialogue and evidence-based actions. The coalition aims to pilot and scale innovative measures in the interface of business and human rights, including gender and other
sustainability issues.
Our work is guided by a strong set of core values that inform everything we do.
We bring together diverse stakeholders to create solutions that work for everyone across the value chain.
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We promote practices that protect natural resources, reduce environmental impact, and ensure long-term viability.
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We embrace new ideas, technologies, and approaches that can transform the sugarcane industry for the better.
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We conduct action-oriented, sector-specific research to:
– Understand root causes of systemic challenges
– Evaluate the effectiveness of interventions
– Identify emerging risks and opportunities
– Our research underpins evidence-based policy dialogue and programmatic decision-making.
CRSI delivers customised training modules on topics including:
– Human Rights Due Diligence
– Occupational Health & Safety
– Ethical Recruitment Practices
– Sustainable Agricultural Techniques
– Grievance Redressal Mechanisms Modules are available both in-person and via digital platforms, tailored to mills, farmers, and community groups.
We host regular multistakeholder forums to:
– Facilitate peer learning and best-practice exchange
– Surface and address grievances collaboratively
– Co-create solutions to shared challenges
– These platforms promote transparency, trust, and collective accountability across the sugarcane supply chain.
