For the second consecutive year, the UN Global Compact Network France will organise its special UNGA reception. This year, at the UNGC Hub, in the presence of Florent Menegaux, President of the Michelin Group and President of the UN Global Compact Network France. This reception will bring together representatives of the French diplomatic network, French and French-speaking companies and institutional stakeholders present in New York, representatives of the UN Global Compact, and will provide an opportunity for informal and friendly exchanges among members.For any additional information, please kindly contact Camille Bos (camille.bos@pactemondial.org).
Ready to turn ideas into action for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)? This dynamic session offers both inspiration and practical tools. First, hear from leaders across business, non-profits, the UN, academia, and finance as they share real-world cases and strategies for scaling impact. Then, get hands-on in our guided workshop. You'll map collaborators, pressure-test your own ideas, and build tangible action plans to implement within your organization. This isn't just theory; it's about creating impactful change you can take home.
Selecting this session includes access to the UN Global Compact Hub for the entire day.
This interactive roundtable session will explore how companies can drive meaningful impact across their supply chains through responsible sourcing, supplier engagement, and capacity-building. Featuring practical examples from businesses in the WENA and APAC regions, the session will provide a space for peer learning and open dialogue on key challenges such as supplier codes of conduct, auditing, and data collection. A variety of topics will be addressed—including living wages as one example—to showcase actionable strategies and cross-sector collaboration that can scale responsible supply chain practices. Participants will walk away with insights and inspiration to strengthen their own strategies.
Selecting this session includes access to the UN Global Compact Hub for the entire day.
Achieving the Sustainable Development Goals and tackling the climate crisis requires more than ambition — it requires action, backed by finance.This session brings together leaders from global financial institutions, the private sector, and development organizations to explore the future of sustainable finance.At its core is a question now echoing through boardrooms and policy meetings: How can innovative financing mechanisms unlock capital at scale to drive green and inclusive transitions?
What to expect:
- A deep dive into blended finance, public-private partnerships, and other tools that help de-risk investments and attract private capital
- Practical solutions for emerging markets to access climate finance
- Real-world examples and success stories from Europe
This session is available to Director, Head and C-Suite staff and members of EECA WENA regions.
Selecting this session includes access to the UN Global Compact Hub for the entire day.
The UN Global Compact Legal Council is convening its flagship invitation-only roundtable during UN High-Level Week — bringing together 60 top executives (CLOs, CFOs, CSOs, CMOs, and Public Affairs leaders) for a powerful, closed-door session on the strategic dilemmas shaping global business.
This first-of-its-kind forum, held in partnership with the UN Global Compact, will foster cross-functional collaboration at the highest levels. Participants will engage in an immersive, scenario-based workshop. Through high-stakes hypothetical dilemmas and candid peer dialogue, this exclusive session will generate actionable insights to guide corporate decision-making in today’s complex environment — and help shape a more sustainable, resilient future.
Curious about how the EU's sustainability efforts are perceived by civil society? Join this high-level session featuring European Executive Directors from UN Global Compact Country Networks. We'll unveil key findings from a new study analyzing civil society's views on the EU's sustainable development actions. Following the presentation, a dynamic panel discussion with international organizations and leading companies will explore these insights further. Don't miss this opportunity to understand the impact and perception of the EU's sustainability agenda.
Selecting this session includes access to the UN Global Compact Hub for the entire day.
This exclusive, invitation-only event convenes CFOs, institutional investors, and global leaders to explore how finance can drive innovation, manage risk, and create long-term value for both business and society. Through real-world case studies, high-level dialogues, and peer-to-peer exchanges, the Forum will showcase actionable strategies—ranging from green bonds and blended finance to measurable KPIs—that transform ESG commitments into competitive advantage. Selecting this session includes access to the UN Global Compact Hub for the entire day.
Special $249 discounted rate for Coalition Members.
To deliver a meaningful impact on the 2030 Agenda and respond to the minimum expectations for responsible business conduct, companies should implement human rights due diligence (HRDD) with a clear focus on the people most affected by business activities. Using scenarios and role-plays, this immersive session will challenge participants to “make it real” and deepen their understanding of effective rightsholder engagement, exploring how to understand human rights risks through a rightsholder lens. Grounded in the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights, the session will offer practical insights on how companies are operationalizing HRDD and highlight the importance of engaging meaningfully with affected stakeholders. Open to companies across all sectors and geographies, this workshop will inspire bold, principled action on human rights.
Objectives
- Explore practical business approaches to implementing HRDD.
- Deepen understanding of rightsholder-centered risk assessment.
- Reinforce the importance of meaningful engagement aligned with the UNGPs.uiding Principles
- Engage in a unique experience through the perspective of a rightsholder
This plenary and interactive session offers a dynamic forum to explore current trends, challenges and opportunities in advancing responsible business for human rights. Featuring insights from the Human Rights Think Lab and practical case studies, the session will foster collaborative problem-solving through interactive break-out discussions. Participants will gain tangible takeaways, learn about valuable UN Global Compact resources and be encouraged to advance human rights due diligence in their organizations. This is an opportunity to connect business leaders, inspire action and share innovative approaches to responsible business conduct in an increasingly challenging world.
Selecting this session includes access to the UN Global Compact Hub for the entire day.
Discover how sustainability is evolving from a compliance obligation into a strategic imperative and a cornerstone of trust — especially in fast-growing and emerging Asian markets like Bangladesh, Vietnam, Indonesia, and beyond. Gain fresh insights into the expanding role of business leaders — from CEOs to Chief Sustainability Officers — as they navigate rising expectations and embed sustainability at the heart of corporate strategy. Explore how cross-sector collaboration is not only reshaping business leadership but also playing a vital role in building public trust in an increasingly complex global landscape.
This session is invitation-only.
This session will explore the critical nexus between climate and nature and how businesses can adopt a more integrated approach to their sustainability journeys. We'll delve into the process of setting ambitious, science-based targets for both greenhouse gas emission reductions and nature-related impacts, demonstrating how well-designed action in one area amplifies progress in the other. Participants will gain practical insights into the role of robust policy frameworks in accelerating the adoption of science-based targets and how constructive policy engagement by the private sector supports governments in strengthening and delivering their national climate transition plans (NDC) and biodiversity strategies (NBSAPs).
Africa's transforming from aid-dependent to investment-led, trade-driven growth. This is your invitation to join the continent's dynamic future.
Explore the immense potential within regional value chains and the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). Discover how sustainable business models are creating unprecedented private sector opportunities, even amid global uncertainty.
Selecting this session includes access to the UN Global Compact Hub for the entire day.
This insightful session will equip you with crucial knowledge on:
- Responsible investment for profit and purpose.
- Fostering inclusive growth.
- The pivotal role of African businesses in shaping a sustainable future.
Don't miss this chance to understand and contribute to Africa's remarkable journey.
Selecting this session includes access to the UN Global Compact Hub for the entire day.
Business and management education must rise to meet the challenges of our time—from climate breakdown to inequality to eroding trust in institutions. This high-level UNGA event brings together deans, students, UN leaders, and advocates to ask: Are we preparing future leaders to lead responsibly? Featuring the premiere of a powerful short film, live voices from across sectors, and insights from pioneering institutions, the event marks a pivotal moment to reimagine business education. Hosted by PRME, this is a call to raise the bar—and to build a new standard for leadership grounded in sustainability, equity, and long-term impact.
Selecting this session includes access to the UN Global Compact Hub for the entire day.
Across regions, efforts to advance gender equality and non-discrimination are facing intensifying backlash—from legislative rollbacks and disinformation to rising anti-rights movements targeting women and LGBTIQ+ communities. As restrictive environments become more common, some companies are scaling back public commitments. This closed-door session offers a safe space for business leaders to reflect on emerging risks, navigate backlash, and workshop a way forward. Leveraging the tools and strategies offered by the UN Guiding Principles, the Women’s Empowerment Principles (WEPs), and with insights from subject matter experts, participants will explore how to protect people and business, adapt programming in order continue advancing equality amid global backlash.
Selecting this session includes access to the UN Global Compact Hub for the entire day.