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Companies and trade associations were selected for inclusion on the assessment based on their participation in at least one phase of a public consultation on relevant policies. The exception to this approach is the group of companies in the PRI Advance Initiative, a stewardship initiative for human rights and social issues, and the companies from the Apparel and Footwear and Food and Beverage sectors in the Know-The-Chain Benchmark. We also may add entities outside of these selection criteria where Social LobbyMap has an interesting in presenting a full picture of the corporate positions on a specific policy debate.
The analysis of entities is based on publicly available information and reflects a limited dataset within a defined timeframe. The assessment considers a subset of indicators defined in the Social LobbyMap methodology. Assessments may relate to statements made at any point of a legislative process. As such, the findings should not be considered representative of the entities overall or current policy position. To see the dates of evidence items used refer to the “See Evidence” portion of an entity profile under “Year”.
The assessment follows the Social LobbyMap methodology and applies a five-point scoring scale of +2, +1, 0, -1, -2 with the higher score being ‘strongly supportive’ and a lower score ‘opposing’. We inform all entities about their inclusion in our research ahead of updating the database. We also share the research findings—including their scores, excerpts used, and researcher explanation—and give them an opportunity to comment and provide feedback prior to any publication.
If any entity believes that the information about their organisation is inaccurate or misrepresented, we are willing to revise and update such information after the matter is brought to our attention. We are also available for calls to discuss any concerns, these just need to be scheduled with the Social LobbyMap team. Any communication should be sent to us via email to social.lobbymap@eirisfoundation.org.
While we strive for accuracy and objectivity while analysing the information, we also acknowledge that the information and materials on this report may contain typos and/or inaccuracies. We reserve the right to correct, change or improve the information and materials without any obligation to notify the entities.
