How can a multinational employer start to implement a Living Wage?

1. Accredit where possible; there are accreditation organisations in the UK, US, New Zealand, Canada and Jersey. For further information see who is in the Global Living Wage Network. 

2. Develop implementation plans using guidance developed by the UN Global Compact.  

3. Join IDH’s Call to Action for recommendations on how to close the Living Wage gap and engage in sector wide Living Wage discussions.  

4. Build a holistic approach looking at every level of the value chain and increase collaboration between departments internally. Ideally, set up a working group involving focal points from HR, CSR, procurement etc.  

5. Start internally before working on the supply chain. 

6. If a national approach has not been established, join or initiate collaborative efforts to build a common approach with stakeholders from civil society, academia, unions, and I/NGOs.  

7. Assist with building the business case for a Living Wage in countries where collaborative efforts already exist.