Human rights

The focal point of the Audi strategy is people, in all of their many facets. As a result, observance of human rights is an integral part of responsible corporate governance, both for AUDI AG and for the entire Audi Group, in the supply chain and at our business partners.

As a global provider of premium vehicles and mobility services, Audi assumes its responsibility to create continuous economic value and jobs as well as help shape a sustainable future. But entrepreneurial action also comes with a wide range of risks. The Audi value chain is globally networked and multi-tiered. Many areas of the company are also closely integrated into the processes of the Volkswagen Group.

The UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights were made mandatory under the Supply Chain Due Diligence Act (LkSG) that took effect in Germany on January 1, 2023. The objective is to respect and practice human rights and environmental protection in all processes that can be influenced. With the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD), the European Union has adopted a European-wide supply chain directive to implement human rights and environmental due diligence obligations. It must be transposed into national law by the Member States by 2028. For Germany, this will require an amendment to the Supply Chain Due Diligence Act (LkSG).