Mairead’s work involves outreach and training to multiple audiences on the application of the UN Guiding Principles Reporting Framework, outlining how it catalyzes improved corporate human rights performance and disclosure. Mairead’s team of reporting advisors analyze company human rights disclosures and contribute insights on the key industry trends to a broad set of stakeholders. Prior to joining Shift in 2016, Mairead spent 19 years working in the operational, marketing and corporate affairs functions of the ICT sector, most recently spending 8 years as Citizenship and Corporate Affairs Manager at Microsoft. Mairead is a graduate of the University of Strathclyde, Scotland (LLM International Human Rights Law), and the University of Limerick, Ireland (BA European Studies, MA International Relations).

Erika is analyzing company human rights disclosure, and providing critical information to a range of stakeholders (investors, civil society, academia). She is an international human rights specialist and advocacy professional who has worked in Guatemala, Honduras, Palestine, Peru, Namibia, and Indonesia. Prior to joining Shift
Erika worked at the Center for International Forestry Research (CIFOR), with indigenous-led organizations in Latin America, and as a legal and human rights researcher. Erika’s experience reflects her strong interest in protecting the rights of women, children, and indigenous peoples, as well as a passion for environmental justice. She has maintained a regional specialization in Central America and has consistently engaged in advocacy and research work to support movements in the region. Erika holds a Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics and International Studies from Indiana University in Bloomington, and a Master of International Affairs in Human Rights and Environmental Policy from Columbia University’s School of International and Public Affairs. Erika is a native English and Spanish speaker.