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Resource Kits

Explore our issue-based resource kits with downloadable, co-created learning resources. Everything you need to inform your organisation’s social impact strategy and stay ahead of emerging social impact trends.​

How can we integrate gender into net zero planning in supply chains?
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This Resource Kit looks at how businesses can integrate gender equality with climate change initiatives in their supply chains and how this can be critical to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050. Companies can integrate gender through supply chain mapping, incentivising suppliers, and investing in gender-responsive projects to enhance outcomes.

How can we measure women’s economic empowerment in supply chains?
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This Resource Kit focuses on measuring the impact of Women’s Economic Empowerment (WEE) in supply chains. It outlines initiatives and measures that businesses can adopt to empower women and improve gender equality in global supply chains. This starts with gender-disaggregated data and gender-sensitive audits to better understand and mitigate risks.

What is the care economy, and why does it matter in supply chains?
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This Resource Kit explores the barrier of unpaid care work to women’s advancement in professional roles. It provides guidance on why and how companies can address this alongside other gender equity issues within supply chains. By recognising, reducing, and redistributing unpaid care work, businesses can enhance gender equity and supply chain resilience.

More Gender Resources

An Insights Paper from the Workshop which gathered a decade of insights and practical guidance to build supportive, safe work environments for all. Discover how your company can be a key player in preventing domestic violence, empowering survivors, and enhancing workplace safety and well-being. Opening Speakers: Christel Adamou, Director, Office of Professional Ethics and Conduct, Asian Development Bank Susan Bright, CEO, Employers Initiative Against Domestic Abuse Natalie Deacon, Director Corporate Affairs and Sustainability, Avon International Katie O’Brien, Diversity and Inclusion Manager, Anglo American Pamela Zaballa, CEO, NO MORE Claudine McMahon, Head of Culture and Inclusion, Vodafone Shabnam Hameed, Gender Based Violence Specialist, IFC Moderator: Jane Pillinger, Visiting Senior Research Fellow, Department of Social Policy and Criminology, Open University
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A Fireside Chat conversation on the nexus of AI and equity. This insights paper will offer insights into the complexities, challenges and opportunities of utilising AI to foster inclusiveness. Explore practical strategies and ethical considerations essential for ensuring that AI contributes positively to society. Interviewees: Edward Tay, Associate Professor (Practice) in Sustainability and Sustainable Development Goals, United Nations Institute for Training and Research & Adjunct Associate Professor, Asian Institute of Digital Finance, National University of Singapore Kacper Łodzikowski, Vice President, AI Capabilities, Pearson David Norman, Managing Director, Cooperative AI Foundation Sian Hawkins, Director of External Affairs, Cherie Blair Foundation Interviewer: Zahid Torres-Rahman, CEO, Business Fights Poverty
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This webinar’s insights paper delves into the critical question of how businesses can effectively integrate intersectionality into their equity, diversity and inclusion programmes. Learn how understanding the overlapping dimensions of equity – such as gender, race, socio-economic status, and LGBTQ+ identities – helps companies adopt a truly people-centred approach that delivers business and investor value, ensures every employee’s unique experiences and challenges are recognised and valued, and where progress can be effectively measured. Speakers: Rudaba Zehra Nasir, Global Lead, Economic Inclusion, Gender and Economic Inclusion Department, IFC Daniel Seymour, Director, Strategic Partnerships, UN Women Ama Ocansey, UK Head of Diversity and Inclusion, BNP Paribas Dale Buscher, Vice President of Programs, Women’s Refugee Commission Sandra Kerr CBE, Race Equality Director,
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Our community learning session explored thinking and practice at the forefront of women’s empowerment. This Insights Paper is based on the vibrant exchange of ideas, showcasing challenges, solutions, and firsthand accounts of impactful strategies from the following contributors. Spotlight Speakers: Akinyi Walender, Africa Director, Practical Action Alexandra Salas, CEO, Business Council for Peace Ayan Said, CEO, Voicing Voices Jiselle Steele, Private Sector Gender Advisor, Oxfam Business Advisory Service Laura Macias, Global lead, Women Advancement & Leadership, RISE Liliana Camacho, Director, Operations & Knowledge Management, The Better Way Alliance Rachael Vichei, Founder, Girls Empowered Kenya Shelley Pigott, Director of Strategic Engagement, The Power of Nutrition Soma Kumari Rana, Regional Gender Equity and Social Inclusion (GESI) Officer, Asia, iDE (International Development
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Hosted with Hand in Hand International Explore how gender-equitable value chains create mutual benefits for businesses and small-scale producers with Hand in Hand International. Learn from real-life examples and gain practical tools from businesses, NGOs, and producers who have successfully enhanced women’s lives and incomes through equitable practices. This Insights Paper takes the latest thinking on the business case for gender equity in supply chains and how to implement best practices for impactful change. Opening Speakers: Lucy Kerei, Programme Manager, Hand in Hand Eastern Africa Amalia Johnsson, Deputy CEO, Hand in Hand International Katharine Teague, Group ESG Director, ABF Sugar Moderator: Katie Hyson, Director of Thought Leadership, Business Fights Poverty
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Hosted with Murray Edwards College, University of Cambridge This lecture explored different perspectives on how we can best navigate the political, social, and economic headwinds. This Insights Paper inspires and offer actionable insights for driving equity forward in today’s complex global landscape, and embedding strategies for meaningful impact into business. Speakers: Dame Barbara Stocking, DBE, President Emerita and Honorary Fellow, Murray Edwards College, University of Cambridge and former Chief Executive, Oxfam GB Rt Hon Liam Byrne MP, Labour MP for Birmingham, Hodge Hill, and Chair, All Party Parliamentary Group on Inclusive Growth Claudine McMahon, Global Head of Culture and Inclusion, Vodafone Moderator: Professor Anna Barford, Bye Fellow, Murray Edwards College, University of Cambridge
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Hosted with Futuremakers by Standard Chartered Globally, Futuremakers by Standard Chartered and Women Win have supported over 1 million girls and young women to thrive since 2006. Access insights and data-based learnings and learn from young women leaders about what works to support girls’ transitions from education to employment Speakers: Natasha Kwakwa, Global Head, Community Impact, Standard Chartered Yvonne Henry, Director, Brands, Women Win Elsie Potlako Lebese, GOAL participant and Biotechnology Student, University of Johannesburg Jamal Khatoon, GOAL participant and Project Assistant, Right to Play, Pakistan Moderator: Alice Allan, Director of Collaboration, Business Fights Poverty
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