UN Global Compact Bulletin (May 2019)
SUMMARY
The UN Global Compact Bulletin is designed to keep participants up to date on news, actions you can take, resources and events. Participants are encouraged to look at this monthly communication for important information. Please note that actions and events are intended for Global Compact stakeholders, unless otherwise indicated. The Bulletin is published in English, French, Spanish and Chinese.
Nearly 40 Heads of State call on Belt and Road companies to follow the Ten Principles
Nearly 40 Heads of State reaffirmed their commitment to the 2030 Agenda through a joint communiqué from the Leaders’ Roundtable of the 2nd Belt and Road Forum for International Cooperation — calling on all market players to fulfill their corporate social responsibility and follow the Ten Principles of the UN Global Compact. “We are delighted and encouraged by this endorsement of our Principles from world leaders,” said Lise Kingo. Read more »
NEWS & UPDATES
Live on UNTV: a briefing on the UN Climate Action Summit
UN Secretary General’s Special Envoy, Luis Alfonso De Alba, joined SDG Advocate Paul Polman and Jen Austin from We Mean Business in the UN TV studio for a live briefing on the upcoming UN Climate Action Summit. Hosted by LIse Kingo, this special UN Global Compact Academy session explained how business leaders can contribute to the UN Climate Action Summit on 23 September. Watch the session here »
Advancing the SDGs through innovative public-private partnerships
The UN Global Compact has agreed to become an organizational partner of P4G (Partnering for Green Growth and the Global Goals 2030). “We look forward to collaborating with P4G to advance partnerships and leverage our Local Networks to help foster a more sustainable world,” said Lise Kingo, who will also join P4G’s Board. Read more »
The search is on for SDG Pioneers — but this year they will be young!
At this year’s UN General Assembly, our SDG Pioneers campaign will recognize young business leaders, aged 35 and under, who are doing an exceptional job to advance the SDGs at their companies. If you know a young business leader taking bold action to help create a better world, please nominate them today »
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HIGHLIGHTS FROM AROUND THE WORLD
In partnership with the Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC), Global Compact Network Chile convened an event to discuss how partnerships between companies and civil society are generating concrete impacts on the quality of life of people in Chile and around the region. Read more »
Earlier this year, in partnership with the Institute for Global Environmental Strategies, Global Compact Network Japan convened the 15th Anniversary Commemorative Project symposium to discuss human resource development in the age of the SDGs. Read more »
Read more news from our Local Networks »
ACTIONS YOU CAN TAKE
Invest in the next generation of SDG innovators
APPLY TODAY: The Young SDG Innovators Programme is an opportunity for companies to identify young talent within their organizations to accelerate business innovation towards the SDGs. This 10-month accelerator programme seeks to engage young professionals to develop and drive innovative solutions. See how you can participate »
Business and Government advancing good governance
Peace, justice and strong institutions are the foundation not only for business responsibilities, but also success. Join our SDG 16 Action Platform on Peace, Justice & Strong Institutions to work with other like-minded companies on improving accountability, integrity and transparency within businesses as well as countries »
It starts with you: Make Global Goals local business
Through our 70 Local Networks, companies can make local connections — with other businesses and stakeholders — and receive guidance to put their commitments to advance the Global Goals into action. Find a Local Network in your country and engage locally today »
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- Building Peace and Propserity: What Business Can Do
- Accelerating National SDG Implementation – 2018 Edition
LEARN WITH THE UN GLOBAL COMPACT ACADEMY
Available to UN Global Compact Participants, the Academy is designed to give you the knowledge and skills you need to meet your company’s sustainability objectives — regardless of your region, sector or industry.
Open session on-demand
Get a glimpse into what the Academy has to offer by accessing out recent open session on “How to Set Science-Based Targets” »
11 June | 10:00 a.m. ET
Learning from peers: How to report on the SDGs »
Did you know?
All employees of companies participating in the UN Global Compact at the Participant-level have unlimited access to the Academy learning resources. Request access today »
- 24 JUN: London | Making Global Goals Local Business – UK
A high-level conference featuring global corporate sustainability leaders, Making Global Goals Local Business – UK will raise awareness of the Global Goals in the United Kingdom, including around its voluntary national review (VNR), and spur practical business actions and partnerships in support of sustainable development in the UK » - 19 JUL: New York | Family-Friendly Policies: A Deep Dive on Business Action
Together with UNICEF, the UN Global Compact is organizing a business-focused deep-dive workshop looking at key issues and challenges for companies to take action on family-friendly policies. Register today » - 23 SEP: New York | UN Private Sector Forum 2019
This year, the UN Private Sector Forum will be held as the high-level luncheon of the UN Secretary-General’s Climate Action Summit for chief executives, Heads of State, leaders from the UN and civil society. See how you can get involved » - 21-25 OCT: Turin | International Labour Standards and Corporate Social Responsibility
Participants will deepen their knowledge of International Labour Standards, corporate social responsibility and human rights due diligence with the guidance of international development experts »
