Economic Development

Economic Development Strategies to Combat Global Poverty

GS2021 – Forum 2

Our Online Written Discussion “Enhancing the Livelihoods of ‘Hidden Women’ in Global Smallholder Value Chains,” focused on how companies and partnerships can significantly improve
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GS2021 – Forum 1

Our Online Written Discussion covered “Embedding Climate and Social Innovation into Business.” Panelists explored the integral connection between a company’s purpose and its capacity
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GS2021 – Webinar 7

Our webinar explored the “Business Partnerships to Strengthen Food Systems,” delving into the essential components of successful partnerships and the role of these collaborations
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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 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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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 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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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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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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Why living wages will help flower workers to ‘bloom back better’ after Covid-19

The flower and plant industry must move towards achieving living wages for underpaid horticultural workers in low-income countries and must support efforts to improve the rights of workers, so they can begin to build resilience to crises such as Covid-19, says the Fairtrade Foundation.
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How can we empower women in agricultural value chains?

Join this live written discussion in our private LinkedIn Group, as part of our Rebuild Better Gender Summit. This discussion will take place on 11 March 3.30 – 4.30 PM GMT / 10.30 – 11.30 AM EST
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How can we tackle GBV in the workplace and supply chain?

Join this live written discussion in our private LinkedIn Group, as part of our Rebuild Better Gender Summit. This discussion will take place on 10 March 3.30 – 4.30 PM GMT / 10.30 – 11.30 AM EST
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How can we challenge ourselves to unleash the power of women’s enterprises?

Join this live written discussion in our private LinkedIn Group, as part of our Rebuild Better Gender Summit. This discussion will take place on 9 March 3.30 – 4.30 PM GMT / 10.30 – 11.30 AM EST
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Over 300 practical tools to make your youth employment initiative a success

Youth unemployment in developing countries is a pressing problem – youth face multiple constraints that affect both their decision to enter the labor force and their access to employment. And the Covid-19 has further exacerbated these issues. Solutions for Youth Employment (S4YE), a global partnership led by the World Bank, recently launched a new digital resource, the S4YE Knowledge Repository, to to provide easy access to practical tools and resources on youth employment.
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Building the next generation of responsible businesses and leaders 

There are limited materials and resources designed specifically for individual entrepreneurs and micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs), especially in emerging markets, which address the barriers faced in implementing decent work principles into their businesses. YBI’s new brief shares learning and sets out their recommendations to help young entrepreneurs embed decent work principles into their businesses .
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How Can Businesses Support Economic Inclusion for People in Extreme Poverty?

Before COVID-19, over 700 million people worldwide were living in extreme poverty. The pandemic could push an additional 150 million people into extreme poverty by the end of 2021. People experiencing extreme poverty already have limited access to health care, food, clean water, and public services. They face obstacles in accessing markets, employment opportunities, and financial services, and this inequality has only increased due to pandemic lockdowns.
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Women entrepreneurs make changing norms the new norm

Female social entrepreneurs are more likely to change social and cultural norms through their work than their male counterparts, according to Ashoka’s 2018 Global Impact Study. Yet the mainstream idea of what makes a social initiative “successful” excludes the model used by many female entrepreneurs.
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Rupa Dash

During our conversation, Rupa shares why she and her World Woman Foundation are on a mission to unlock the power of women and why investing in women-led enterprises will unlock huge potential.
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What do we mean by "Economic Development"?

Explore how economic growth can significantly reduce poverty through innovative business initiatives and strategic planning. Join us in making a difference.

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