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We want a world where no one is left behind, one where human rights are at the foundation

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Working to advance respect for human rights every day

We’ve just launched a new policy outlining our commitment to responsible business with respect for human rights as its foundation, particularly in the context of modern-day challenges for society and our planet.

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A bottle of Mele’s Most No Shade Sunscreen Oil on a golden background

Beyond skin-deep: Creating inclusive products through inclusive R&D

By combining industry-leading understanding of melanin-rich skin with insights from dermatologists and consumers of colour, Unilever R&D’s Polycultural Centre of Excellence is developing products to address the unmet needs in the beauty, wellbeing and personal care space.

A young Black woman with bleached, short hair and a vivid green dress smiles at a camera. A ring light is also in the frame.

Our ambition to unstereotype influencer brand content

Research shows that stereotypes are making Generation Z consumers feel unsafe on social media. We’re taking action to ensure the influencers involved with our brand partnerships reflect a more inclusive world.

Persil pack shot displaying the new enhanced Accessible QR codes (ACR)

Persil adds new QR codes on packs to improve accessibility

Persil is adding Accessible QR codes (AQR), developed with Zappar and in collaboration with RNIB, to a range of packs. The codes aim to provide the UK’s 2 million blind and partially sighted people with access to product information and a more inclusive shopping experience.

A still from Sunsilk’s Roblox world. A girl avatar runs towards the House of Skills to find free learning resources.

What does Web3 mean for marketing?

Our Chief Digital and Commercial Officer Conny Braams shares her views on how we must unite to ensure the next iteration of the internet is a safer place for people to shop, stream, work and play.

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