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.
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.
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.
By invitation only. The CEO Water Mandate will host a small side workshop in parallel to the Corporate Water Stewardship half day event. The topic of the workshop will be determined as the event approaches.
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.
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In today's landscape of escalating global challenges, the need for principled business leadership has never been more critical. The UN Global Compact's 25th anniversary serves as a moment to amplify the voices of those driving change from within. We are not calling for grand pronouncements, but for genuine narratives that move more people and promote big changes, aligned with Forward Faster initiative. Through their own experiences, business leaders can demonstrate how integrating the Ten Principles—human rights, labor, environment, and anti-corruption—is not merely a compliance measure, but a strategic imperative for long-term sustainability and resilience. Objectives: - Gather business leaders to define the position of the LAC region towards the sustainability agenda. - Reaffirm the non-negotiable principles of the Global Compact in human rights, labor standards, the environment, and anti-corruption within the current context of global uncertainty. - Analyze the challenges that companies face with their various stakeholder groups in the face of advancing intolerance and the polarization of different political positions.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.