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MONTHLY BULLETIN | OCTOBER 2024
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Conference of the Parties and what to expect at each one
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Conference of the Parties (COP) is a formal assembly where countries and regional entities convene to discuss and negotiate solutions to global issues under international conventions. The three main COPs address climate change, biodiversity and desertification, stemming from the 1992 Earth Summit.
COP16 on Biodiversity will be held in Cali, Colombia, from 21 October - November 1, focusing on progress towards biodiversity goals. COP29 on Climate Change will be held in Baku, Azerbaijan, from 11 November - 22 November and will tackle finance and carbon credit mechanisms. COP16 on Desertification in Saudi Arabia will be held from 2 December - 13 December and will address land restoration and resilience. COPs engage stakeholders, including businesses, in global environmental solutions, encouraging collaboration on sustainability and climate action.
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UNiting Business LIVE Australia: Sustainability in action
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UNiting Business LIVE Australia, hosted by the UN Global Compact Network Australia, was held 30-31 October in Sydney. This key sustainability event brought together global and local leaders to address Australia's pressing business challenges, focusing on net zero, nature-positive initiatives, human rights and governance. Tailored for Australia’s C-Suite and future sustainability leaders, the programme offered discussions in sustainable finance, climate action, supply chain management and ESG reporting. Attendees gained practical insights to drive meaningful change and propel their organizations toward achieving the Sustainable Development Goals.
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Navigating Emerging Social and Environmental Challenges event featuring keynote speaker Sanda Ojiambo
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On 9 October, Global Country Network Canada hosted their Navigating Emerging Social and Environmental Challenges event featuring keynote speaker Sanda Ojiambo, Executive Director and CEO of the UN Global Compact, and expert panelists who explored critical corporate responsibility topics: just transition, climate adaptation and ethical supply chain practices. Split by two panels, Panel A examined the current social and environmental challenges landscape, while Panel B presented strategies to build resilient value chains for sustainable growth by 2030. The event provided tools and insights to help businesses align with SDGs and foster public-private collaboration.
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Empowering Change: How Businesses in Nepal are Creating Pathways to Equality and Sustainability
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Participating companies in Nepal are helping drive social change by empowering marginalized women and advancing sustainable practices. Through skills training, fair employment and support for families, local businesses are opening doors to economic independence and improving quality of life. Their commitment to responsible production and anti-child labor initiatives reflects a broader movement to create ethical and inclusive workplaces. These efforts demonstrate how business can be a powerful force for positive societal impact, fostering equality and sustainability for a better future.
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The SDG Investment Forum will bring together senior leaders from leading companies, financial institutions, and international organizations to explore how corporate investments and finance can drive progress on the SDGs. Attendees will have the opportunity to:
- Gain valuable insights on aligning finance with SDG impact
- Address regional challenges unique to the UK and beyond
- Discover innovative solutions shaping the future of SDG financing
Register Here »
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This annual meeting, part of the UN Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD), gathers representatives from governments, NGOs, and experts to discuss sustainable land management practices and collaborative solutions.
Register Here
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Leading-Edge Academy Offerings:
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1. Setting science-based targets (developed with the Science-Based Targets Initiative SBTi)
Learn how to set science-based targets to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, align with 1.5°C climate goals,
and future-proof your business for sustainable growth.
Access for Participants » | Access for Non-participants »
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2. Introduction to just transition (in collaboration with the International Labour Organization)
Learn how to advance a just and equitable transition in business through seven actionable steps, based on
ILO guidelines, to support climate resilience and net-zero goals.
Access for Participants » | Access for Non-participants »
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3. Gender equality: How business can accelerate the pace of change
Discover how your organization can drive gender equality with actionable strategies to close the economic
gender gap and promote a more sustainable future.
Access for Participants » | Access for Non-participants »
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4. SDG Ambition 1: How to understand and prioritize ambitious action for the SDGs (in partnership with Accenture and generously supported by SAP and 3M)
Learn how to set and integrate ambitious goals for the SDGs in your business strategy and accelerate progress
toward the 2030 Agenda.
Access for Participants » | Access for Non-participants »
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Have questions about the Academy and how you can implement it across your company? View our new user guide here.
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TAKE ACTION WITH THE ACCELERATORS
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Registration open now for Business & Human Rights Accelerator 2025
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The Business & Human Rights Accelerator is a six-month programme activating companies participating in the UN Global Compact across industries and regions. The objective is to help businesses swiftly move from commitment to action on human rights and labour rights through establishing an ongoing human rights due diligence process.
Participants must be affiliated with, or joining the UN Global Compact
Programme is 6 months, combining
in-person and virtual innovation camps
Closes 19 December 2025
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Registration open now
for SDG Innovation Accelerator for Young People 2025
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Bridging the themes of innovation, youth and sustainability, the UN Global Compact SDG Innovation Accelerator is an opportunity for participating companies of the UN Global Compact to empower young talent within their organizations to accelerate progress towards the Global Goals.
Participants must be 35 years or younger
Programme is 9 months, combining
in-person and virtual innovation camps
Closes 30 January 2025
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Keep an eye out for the Climate Ambition Accelerator 2025
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Through Global Compact Country Networks, companies will gain access to best practices, peer-to-peer learning opportunities, practical activities, capacity building and on-demand training. The Climate Ambition Accelerator aims to scale-up credible climate action across companies of varying sizes, sectors and regions.
Participants must be affiliated with, or joining the UN Global Compact
Programme is 6 months, combining in-person and virtual innovation camps
Opens 19 February 2025
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GLOBAL COMPACT POLICY REFRESHERS
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In July UN Global Compact welcomed 372 new companies and ten new non-business stakeholders.
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Largest companies (by employee number) to join:
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- Techtronic Industries Company Limited, China
- Iccrea Banca SpA - Istituto Centrale del Credito Cooperativo (Parent Company of Gruppo BCC Iccrea), Italy
- Dr. Sulaiman Al Habib Medical Services Group Company, Saudi Arabia
- Shenzhen Mindray Bio-Medical Electronics Co., Ltd, China
- Achmea, Netherlands
- Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Limited, India
- Instituto De Desenvolvimento, Ensino E Assistencia A Saude - Ideas, Brasil
- BME Group B.V., Netherlands
- JK Cement Limited, India
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ABOUT THE UN GLOBAL COMPACT
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As a unique initiative of the UN Secretary-General, the UN Global Compact calls on companies worldwide to align their operations and strategies with the Ten Principles in human rights, labor, environment and anti-corruption. Our ambition is to accelerate and scale the global collective impact of business by upholding the Ten Principles and delivering the Sustainable Development Goals. It is the world's largest corporate sustainability initiative, with over 22,000 companies and 3,029 non-business signatories, based in 167 countries and 62 Country Networks.
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