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A decade-long analysis has documented more than 6,400 attacks against human rights defenders (HRDs) who spoke out against corporate harm—averaging nearly two incidents per day. The data, compiled by the Business & Human Rights Resource Centre, highlights a widespread pattern of violence and intimidation across nearly every business sector and global region.
The mining, agribusiness, and fossil fuel industries accounted for over half of all recorded attacks, underscoring the risks faced by those challenging environmental and labor abuses. Latin America and the Caribbean, along with Asia and the Pacific, emerged as the most dangerous regions, responsible for nearly 75% of all cases.
Indigenous Peoples, despite representing just 6% of the global population, were disproportionately targeted—facing 21% of all attacks and nearly double the fatality rate compared to non-Indigenous HRDs.
The report warns that ignoring HRDs undermines efforts to promote transparency, fight corruption, and build stable business environments. As global inequality deepens and authoritarianism rises, the role of rights-respecting corporate practice is increasingly vital—especially amid calls for a just energy transition.
You can explore the full report and data on Business & Human Rights Resource Centre’s website.
