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From Risk to Resilience: The Power of Women in Global Supply Chains

A new Toolkit, published by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office’s (FCDO) Work and Opportunities for Women (WOW) programme, provides guidance for multinational companies on boosting the resilience of their supply chains in low-and middle-income countries by investing in women. Integrating gender equity into ESG strategies can help to meet evolving human rights and environmental due diligence requirements, improving risk management while unlocking productivity, innovation, and brand value.

Business, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Equity, Equity and Inclusion, Gender, Gender-Based Violence, Sustainable Development

February 5, 2025

Business as a Force for Good: Key Priorities and Actions for 2025

In January 2025, over 200 members of the Business Fights Poverty community came together for a virtual Community Forum, bringing a wealth of experience and fresh perspectives to explore some of the most pressing social and environmental challenges of our time. Over the course of the event, participants shared their insights, successes, and cautions, all framed by one central ambition: to identify the critical priorities, actions, and collaborations necessary to drive maximum social impact in the year ahead.

Business, Climate & Environment, Climate Justice, Corporate Impact, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Economic Development, Employment and Jobs, Equity and Inclusion, Global Goals, Governance and Transparency, Health, Human Rights and Governance, Impact Measurement, Measuring Social Impact, Partnerships, Responsible Business, Small and Medium Enterprises, Sustainable Development

January 30, 2025

Transformative Partnerships with Taryn from Cargill and Chris from CARE

Social Impact Pioneers Taryn Davis of Cargill & Chris Noble of CARE talk business and social good through transformative partnerships.

Business, Climate & Environment, Climate Action, Climate Justice, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Gender, Partnerships

January 13, 2025

Empowering Young Green and Social Entrepreneurs: A Call to Collective Action

Young green and social entrepreneurs are vital to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals, but face barriers like funding gaps, market challenges, and regulatory hurdles. Youth Business International (YBI) and Development Solutions urge governments, financial institutions, and stakeholders to prioritize investment, legal support, and training to empower these innovators.

Business, Climate & Environment, Climate Action, Climate Justice, Corporate Impact, Finance and Investment, Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, Social Enterprises, Youth

December 10, 2024

David Nicholson, Mercy Corps and Thomas Beloe UNDP Talk Human Centred Climate Action

David Nicholson of Mercy Corps and Thomas Beloe from the UNDP talk human centred climate action, reflecting on COP29 in Baku.

Business, Climate & Environment, Climate Action, Climate Justice, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Gender, Human Rights, Human Rights and Governance

December 6, 2024

Simon Crittle & Kazi Jawad Hossain on COP29 and Tackling Poverty

Meet two Social Impact Pioneers as they talk international development, climate resilience and the climate COP29 in Baku, Azebijan.

Agriculture, Business, Climate & Environment, Climate Action, Climate Justice, Gender, Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, Sustainable Development

December 3, 2024

Women’s Health and Reproductive Rights: Smart Climate Action and Good Business

Investing in women’s health and reproductive rights is both smart climate action and good business. With women disproportionately affected by climate stressors—like heat, flooding, and forced migration—companies have a responsibility and a benefit in enhancing their health. Boosting women’s well-being strengthens supply chains, drives productivity, and builds resilience in the face of climate change.

Climate & Environment, Climate Action, Climate Justice, Gender, Health, Sustainable Development

December 2, 2024

Women’s Health & Climate Justice at COP29 in Baku with Niona Nakuya and Terry Owino

As the climate COP29 in Baku concludes without much fanfare, understanding what was really going on is more important than ever. Business Fights Poverty Youth Ambassador, Malkia Johns sits down within the COP and speaks with two women’s health activists, Niona Nakuya and Terry Owino.

Business, Climate & Environment, Climate Action, Climate Justice, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Gender, Health

December 1, 2024

Climate Change, Human Rights, and Modern Slavery with Chiara and Sizakelle

Social Impact Pioneers Chiara Soletti & Sizakele Marutlulle delve into the intersection of climate change, human rights, and modern slavery.

Business, Climate & Environment, Climate Action, Climate Justice, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Gender, Human Rights, Human Rights and Governance

November 29, 2024

She Knows What Her Business Needs—So Why are Systems Holding her Back?

Who comes to mind when you imagine a confident entrepreneur? A Silicon Valley tech bro or navy-suited executive in a Western business hub, most likely. But zoom out to the Global Majority and you’ll see something incredibly powerful and systemically ignored: women entrepreneurs leading sustainable businesses with exceeding vision and drive.

Business, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Finance and Investment, Gender, Livelihoods and Jobs, Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, Sustainable Development

November 19, 2024

Women-led Climate Solutions for Resilient Communities

Climate change disproportionately impacts women, who face increased burdens in food security, resource management, and household resilience. Inclusive leadership is essential for effective climate solutions, with women leading preparedness efforts in disaster-prone regions. Community-driven adaptation plans can yield high returns, empowering women to drive sustainable solutions against climate challenges worldwide.

Climate & Environment, Climate Action, Climate Justice, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Gender

November 11, 2024

Business, Social Impact and Inclusivity, with Amanda Smith of Diageo

Social Impact Pioneer Amanda Smith, Diageo explores how to turn ambitious corporate commitments on social impact and inclusivity to reality.

Business, Corporate Impact, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Governance and Transparency, Human Rights, Social Enterprises, Sustainable Development, Water and Sanitation

November 7, 2024

Strengthening Gender Equity in the Voluntary Carbon Market

Integrating gender equity into the Voluntary Carbon Market (VCM) is crucial for ensuring both environmental and social sustainability. Carbon credit projects that empower women, particularly in developing regions, achieve better and more lasting climate outcomes with the potential to meet multiple Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). By prioritising gender, businesses can strengthen project integrity and contribute to lasting community resilience.

Business, Climate & Environment, Climate Action, Climate Justice, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Gender, Global Goals, Sustainable Development

November 6, 2024

Empowering the Next Generation: The Future of Youth Entrepreneurship

Youth Business International (YBI) introduces its Youth Entrepreneurship Framework, developed with the Global Entrepreneurship Network. This comprehensive guide offers actionable strategies to support young entrepreneurs, focusing on green and social ventures. It provides 50 recommendations to help overcome common entrepreneurial challenges and promote sustainable, impactful businesses among the youth.

Business, Climate & Environment, Climate Justice, Corporate Impact, Economic Development, Social Enterprises, Sustainable Development, Youth

October 29, 2024

Exploring Male Management Attitudes Towards Gender Equity with Primark

Primark and the International Research Centre on Women (ICRW) partnered together to better understand male attitudes to gender equity in factories in India. Male

Gender, Global Goals, Partnerships

October 11, 2024

Climate Innovation and the Next Generation with Novonesis

Engaging young people, women and diverse stakeholders in climate action is crucial for achieving sustainable and equitable solutions to global challenges. During a Fireside

Climate Justice, Global Goals, Partnerships, Youth

October 11, 2024

Exploring Male Management Attitudes Towards Gender Equity

Watch this Webinar with Primark and ICRW to explore new research on attitudes held by male factory managers towards gender equity themes and resources to engage men as

Gender, Global Goals, Partnerships

October 7, 2024

Climate Innovation and the Next Generation

Watch this Fireside Chat with BioSolutions provider Novonesis to explore strategies and initiatives to engage young people, women and stakeholders in people-centred climate action. INTERVIEWEES: Morten

Global Goals, Partnerships, Youth

October 7, 2024

How Financial Inclusion Transforms Lives with Atul Tandon

Social Impact Pioneer, Atul Tandon explains how financial inclusion transforms lives and the role of listening in inclusive finance

Business, Economic Development, Finance and Investment, Financial Inclusion, Gender, Innovative Business Models, Social Enterprises

October 7, 2024

Gender-Smart Climate Finance with Sana Kapadia

Social Impact Pioneer Kapadia lays out why taking a gender lens to investing is essential if we are to ensure a just transition to a green economy.

Business, Climate & Environment, Climate Action, Climate Justice, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Finance and Investment, Financial Inclusion, Gender

September 30, 2024

What do we mean by "Diversity, Equity and Inclusion"?

Learn about strategies that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion, fostering an environment where all individuals can thrive regardless of gender or economic status.

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