Zahid Torres-Rahman

GS2021 – Webinar 4

Our webinar explored “The Business and Societal Case for Living Wages”. The participants explored how living wages are integral to rebuilding a better, more equitable
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GS2021 – Webinar 3

Our webinar explored “Women and eCommerce in Africa”. The speakers highlighted the challenges faced by women-owned businesses during the pandemic and outlined strategies for
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GS2021 – Webinar 2

Our webinar explored “The Business Case for Addressing Gender-Based Violence” and featured experts discussing the advantages of closing gender gaps and achieving better gender
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GS2021 – Webinar 1

Our webinar explored “Business Leadership for the SDGs” and discussed the transformation of corporate commitments into tangible actions and the evolution beyond traditional philanthropy.
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Digital Dividends in Plastic Recycling

In GSMA’s new report, they explore the specific benefits that plastics organisations (for-profit start-ups or social enterprises that manage plastic waste collection and recycling) in LMICs currently reap, or could eventually reap, from using digital tools or services or partnering with technology organisations, such as mobile network operators (MNOs).
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Sea freight strengthens Kenya-to-Europe flower supply chain

When the COVID-19 pandemic struck, global supply chains were hit hard, affecting millions of workers across the globe. In the Kenyan floriculture sector, the subsequent 25-40% air freight reduction has meant lower export rates, a supply slowdown, and loss of jobs for thousands.
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Why 2021 presents an opportunity to build back better and take action on big societal issues like climate change

2020 was a year full of uncertainly. Not only did the pandemic affect our health and personal lives, it also fundamentally challenged our political, social, and economic norms too. Most notably, was the impact it had on how many of us now think about tackling the big issues like climate change.
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India and COVID Response

In response to the tragic scenes in India, we are joining forces with a coalition of organisations to tackle the COVID emergency. Find out how you can get involved.
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Texas, Climate and Equity

ACTS is driving community-based solutions to the climate crisis – including by providing education resources to underserved communities, gathering data that will reveal the vulnerabilities, and identifying the resources needed to address them. Learn more in this interview with ACTS Founder, Bridgette Murray.
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Growing Haiti’s food systems with determination and partners

Greater food sovereignty in Haiti would support local farmers and reduce the risk of hunger crises in the future. A growing network of organizations is pushing Haiti in that direction, allowing more Haitian farmers to support their own families while getting food to those most in need. Acceso Haiti is part of that expanding ecosystem.
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How new business skills are helping communities in Nepal

Climate change has made farming in Nepal even more difficult, with unpredictable weather and rapidly shifting conditions resulting in failed crops and wasted labour. It doesn’t have to be this way, and big change is possible, even in the face of the challenges the shifting climate presents.
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How can companies contribute to growth that generates benefits for society as a whole?

At the Business Roundtable for Inclusive Growth, Fundación CODESPA and a group of Spanish companies dedicated their 2020 annual research study to answer the question above. As a result, it has inevitably sparked another question: Is inclusive growth possible now, in times of socio-economic crisis?
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The Time Is Now: Accelerating the Business for Impact Movement

To be a leading, thriving company, there is greater need than ever to redefine value creation and how businesses “net out” their impact. Leading organizations in the business for impact sector understand that what is now essential is giving people the right to be, act, and serve as changemakers for the common good in their everyday work.
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Social metrics – or how to move towards a sustainable future that works for everyone

If we are to build a future that truly leaves no one behind, as envisioned by the Sustainable Development Goals, we need to move towards a world in which companies respect and value all people. The task ahead is complex, but social metrics such as the ones proposed in the World Benchmarking Alliance’s social transformation framework can help light the way, increase accountability, and enhance collaboration.
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Young leaders offer wisdom for the road ahead

The COVID-19 pandemic is leaving a deep socio-economic impact on young people and their livelihoods. Nevertheless, youth have been among the most active responders to the biggest challenges facing society in the wake of the pandemic. From Brazil to the U.K., changemakers reflect on inclusion, community, the power of poetry, and more.
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Dr Tara Shine

This podcast talks with Dr Tara Shine. Tara was formerly an international climate change negotiator and adviser to governments & world leaders on environment & development policy. During our conversation, Tara shares how business can ensure people are at the centre of climate action.
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Business and Climate Justice: Putting People at the Centre of Climate Action

Climate change is affecting us all, but the most severe impacts are being felt by the most vulnerable people. This new framework explores what climate justice means in practice and the actions that business can take.
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Business and COVID-19 One Year On

Over the course of 12 months we have co-created a collaboration Blueprint, 3 Frameworks and 10 topic-specific Action Toolkits. We thank our community and supporters for their active engagement in this work. Visit the Business Fights Poverty Respond, Recover and Rebuild Better Centre to access all these resources and continue Rebuilding Better.
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Business Fights Poverty Fortnightly Round-Up 

As the world marked the anniversary of the COVID-19 pandemic, Business Fights Poverty launched its new programme on Climate Justice. As well as becoming environmentally sustainable, climate justice demands that equity and inclusion are front-and-centre in efforts to tackle the climate emergency. The content shared by our community this fortnight provides insights into work already underway. 
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Innovation in the Face of Crisis: How to Support Entrepreneurs during the Continuing COVID-19 Pandemic

These numbers show that when entrepreneurs receive support, they can innovate, adapt, and overcome enormous obstacles. But there are millions of entrepreneurs in the world, still facing down the prospect of losing their business amid the lingering crisis. Civil society, government, and the private must work together to reach these women and men.
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