UN Global Compact Network UK

Yesterday, on the International Day of Happiness, the UN Global Compact Network UK team had a wonderful evening of smiles (and some tears) as we celebrated profound storytelling at the?Smiley Charity Film Awards. Stories not only inform, but also have the power to transform. By showcasing narratives from charities, social enterprises, and corporates,?Smiley Movement?are accelerating meaningful change for the world we want to live in, whilst creating hope for the 2030 Agenda. Congratulations to all the winners and nominees in your work advancing the Sustainable Development Goals, and thank you to?Smiley Movement?for having us as a partner for the awards! #CharityFilmAwards #SDGs #CFA25

?? Register Now: Illicit Financial Flows Collaboration Lab in Paris! On 25 March 2025, the UN Global Compact Network UK will host the Collaboration Lab in Paris, alongside the OECD - OCDE’s Global Anti-Corruption and Integrity Forum. This event will bring together key stakeholders from the private sector, civil society, government, and academia, facilitating an important dialogue on addressing illicit financial flows across Europe.? ? Key discussion topics will include: ??Identifying and managing risks and opportunities related to corruption and financial integrity? ??Analysing vulnerable sectors and regions? ??Prioritising collective actions to support sustainable economic conditions? ??Advancing international anti-corruption standards throughout Europe? ? Featured speakers include: ??Delia Ferreira Rubio, Former Chair of Transparency International? ??Gabriel Cecchini, Senior Anti-Corruption Consultant, United Nations Global Compact This is a unique opportunity to network and engage with experts and peers in the ongoing fight against corruption and the promotion of financial integrity.? ? Places are limited. Learn more and register now to be part of this important conversation: https://lnkd.in/dv8XjH46 ? ? #IllicitFinancialFlows #AntiCorruption #FinancialIntegrity #OECD #UNGlobalCompact

?? The world is moving to net zero. Is your company ready to make the transition?? ? Take the lead in moving your company towards net zero with our Climate Ambition Accelerator. Since 2021, this programme has engaged over 7000+ participants across 80 countries. In our 5th year, we’re helping businesses: ? Set science-based emission targets with confidence;? ? Engage investors, leadership, employees & shareholders in climate action;? ? Align corporate strategies with a 1.5°C future;? ? Reduce scope 1 & 2 emissions & tackle scope 3 in the value chain;? ? Connect with peers and experts leading the net-zero transition.? ? ?? Register now at:?https://lnkd.in/gD-quWf #ClimateAction #NetZero #Sustainability?

We were recently joined by Anna Bulzomi from PwC and Angela Jorns from Fairphone for the sixth session of the Social Sustainability for SMEs series, Reporting on the ‘S in ESG.? ? Attendees gained insights on how Social Reporting relates to SMEs, and how this is linked to the Sustainable Development Goals, mainly #SDG8, #SDG12, and #SDG16, on #DecentWork, #ResponsibleConsumption and #Production, and #StrongInstitutions.?? ? Special thanks to our speakers for sharing their valuable expertise on:? -New and evolving trends in social reporting requirements;? -Social issues within different reporting frameworks;? -How to approach communicating about the social aspects in sustainability reports;? -Best practices for social reporting;? -How SMEs can go beyond compliance to maximise positive social and business outcomes. ?? Watch the recorded session and sign up for our next webinar on responsible sourcing here: https://lnkd.in/e4uKnXBh ? Not a member but want to get involved? Visit our website to explore becoming a member: https://lnkd.in/dRNFtHG ? #BusinessandHumanRights #SMEs?? #ResponsibleBusiness?

????The fourth cohort of the Dialogue for Change programme concluded yesterday! ? Over the course of 8-weeks, our participants looked at challenges, tools, and methods for developing the interpersonal skills needed to effectively communicate and engage with colleagues and stakeholders on sustainability challenges. Thank you to our 10 participants who took the time to listen carefully, ask powerful questions, practice assertiveness with each other, and apply their learnings in their organisations. ? A special thank you to Impact and Jo Appleby (she/her) for developing and delivering the content! ??If you would like to learn more about the Dialogue for Change programme and how you can take part, visit our website:?https://lnkd.in/euXcDAUX

While progress has been made, with milestones achieved through global collaboration and legislative advancements, millions of children remain trapped in exploitative conditions.? Despite efforts, the goal of ending #ChildLabour by the 2025 deadline set in Target 8.7 of the Sustainable Development Goals will not be achieved.? Businesses must acknowledge this as a call to intensify commitments. Our article “Ending Child Labour in 2025: Where do we Stand?", co-authored with Global Compact Network Kenya (GCNK), highlights the role of collaboration against child labour, and provides businesses with key resources to access global partnerships.? Read it here: https://bit.ly/4kuNR3N #HumanRights #SocialSustainability?#SDG8 #EndChildLabour #ChildLabour

?? Register Now: Assessing & Managing Climate Risks Webinar ?? 18th March 14:00-15:30 GMT Join Swenja Surminski from Marsh McLennan, Sébastien Burgess from Jupiter Intelligence, Stuart Mitchell from SP Energy Networks, and Dave Madigan from Diageo this afternoon for the first session of our 'Climate Adaptation & Resilience for Business' webinar series, where we’ll explore how businesses can assess and manage climate risks to build long-term resilience. In this webinar, we'll cover: ?? The business case for building adaptive capacity; ?? How to conduct a comprehensive climate risk assessment; ?? Insights from leading companies on how they are integrating risk assessment findings into their decision-making and strategic long-term planning. ??Register here: ?https://lnkd.in/ec8HgEuP ? #ClimateRisk #Adaptation #BusinessResilience #RiskAssessment #Sustainability

Today, we held the first camp of our 2025 SDG Innovation Accelerator for Young Professionals! Through interactive sessions and collaboration, participants: ? Gained valuable insights into the significance of the SDGs for businesses, the power of breakthrough innovation, and how adopting an innovative mindset can drive solutions to sustainability challenges ? ? Explored ways in which businesses can strategically harness the SDGs to unlock growth and impact ? Identified social and market opportunities linked to the SDGs across various industries, focusing on their company’s value chain and core business operations ? Pinpointed the most relevant, actionable, and impactful problem areas to tackle throughout the remainder of the programme Special thanks to Arup for hosting us and Lucy Bound ?? for facilitating the session! ? #SDGInnovation #SustainableBusiness #YoungProfessionals #UNGlobalCompact #SDGs #Sustainability

?? The first camp of our 2025 SDG Innovation Accelerator for Young Professionals kicks off today! ??Innovators from 11 companies are coming together to explore how businesses can drive meaningful impact through the SDGs, identify sustainability-related risks and opportunities, and develop strategies for sustainable business transformation. ? Special thanks to Arup for hosting us and Lucy Bound ?? for facilitating the session! #SDGInnovation #SustainableBusiness #YoungProfessionals #UNGlobalCompact #SDGs #Sustainability

Tackling #ChildLabour in supply chains isn’t just the right thing to do—it’s a smart business move. ? Companies that prioritise fair practices and demonstrate commitment to responsible sourcing are more likely to attract and retain top talent, as well as win over customers. Research from the Chartered Institute of Marketing has found that: ? -82% of millennials want to work for responsible companies. -92% of millennials prefer to buy from businesses committed to doing good. ? Our Guide “Addressing Child Labour: A Guide for the Private Sector” provides guidance to UK businesses on how to transform aspirations into concrete action to eradicate child labour from global supply chains. ? ?? Read the guide here: https://bit.ly/4isIfoX