16 January:Growing a Successful Enterprise Development ProgrammeWith The Harvard Kennedy School's CSR Initiative and sponsored by SABMiller - LondonRead More
This event marked the launch of a new report by The Harvard Kennedy School's CSR Initiative (CSRI) and Business Fights Poverty: “Sustaining and Scaling the Impact of Enterprise Development Programmes”, which draws on SABMiller’s experience. Speakers included: Jane Nelson, Director, CSRI; Andres Penate, VP Corporate Affairs, SABMiller Latin America; Vincent Maphai, Corporate Affairs and Transformation Director, SAB; David Elliott, Head of Profession, Private Sector Development, DFID; Christine Svarer, Head of Private Sector Engagement, CARE International; Chair: Graham Baxter, Adviser, Business Fights Poverty.
27 February:Investments to End PovertyWith Development Initatives - LondonRead More
How can we mobilise more and better finance to meet global development goals? What contributions are being made by the private sector, and how can these be incentivized and made more effective in terms of their impact on poverty and development? Join us for the next event in the 2014 Series, co-hosted with Development Initiatives (DI). The panel will include: Judith Randel, Co-founder and Director, Development Initiatives; Chris West, Director, Shell Foundation; Alistair Fernie, Head of Private Sector Department, DFID; Chair: Simon Maxwell, Adviser, Business Fights Poverty.
06 March:Bridging the Gap for African Women in BusinessWith Let Them Help Themselves Out of Poverty - KampalaRead More
Taking place in Uganda to mark International Women's Day, this event will focus on the availability of jobs for African women as well as the ability of African women in business to create jobs for others. The conference will include two panel discussions. The first panel will comprise of female Business Exectuives who will explore the challenges they face in employing women. The second will comprise youne women aged between 20 and 30 who will explore challenges that yound women face accessing jobs as well as how this age group can contribute to job creation in the future. The event is being organised by Let Them Help Themselves Out of Poverty, as part of the 2014 Series.
11 March:Tweet Jam: Sustainable FashionWith Triple Pundit - #3pChatRead More
Business Figths Poverty teamed up with Triple Pundit, to lead the conversation about key sustainability topics facing the fashion industry. We’ll explore sustainability trends in fashion throughout the lifecycle: from the cotton fields all the way to the landfill. In the expansive scope of sustainability, how do brands decide where to focus and how to prioritize? How effective are their efforts for people and the planet?
The conversation took place from 8am Pacific Time / 3pm GMT on Twitter with the hashag #3pChat
12 March:Private sector for public good – can business fight global poverty?The launch event of the IDS Business and Development Centre, supported by Business Fights Poverty.Read More
This event marked the launch of the Institute of Development Studies (IDS) Business and Development Centre (BDC). The event brought together policymakers, business, academia and civil society to consider how the impacts of business on development can be improved. There is significant consensus that business has an important role to play in driving innovation, promoting economic growth and improving the wellbeing of communities in poorer countries. The aim of the IDS Business and Development Centre is to generate much-needed evidence around how this can be achieved.
03 April:Google Hangout: A Conversation with Paul PolakA series of Hangouts with Paul, giving you a chance to ask him questions about his work, and to get hisadvice on yours.Read More
Through Paul Polak’s work, and that of the organisations he has founded, more than 20 million people have been lifted out of poverty. His mission is to inspire a revolution in how we tackle poverty – harnessing business to benefit the 2.7 billion customers who live on less than $2 a day.
He sets out his bold ideas in his recent book with Mal Warwick, The Business Solution to Poverty.
At Business Fights Poverty, we’re delighted to be hosting a new series of Google Hangouts with Paul, to give you a chance to ask him questions about his work, and to get his advice on yours.
06 May:The New AfricaHosted by Business Action for Africa and the Initiative for Global Development - AbujaRead More
Business Action for Africa and the Initiative for Global Development will be convening a high panel and reception to launch a major new report, “New Africa: Nigeria – From Growth to Opportunity”. A high-level panel will explore the question: How can business tap into the opportunities that Nigeria presents, while also maximising its contribution to long-term economic growth and broad-based socio-economic impact? Business Fights Poverty is a supporting partner.
20 May:The Intrapreneur LabHosted by Business Fights Poverty, Accenture Development Partnerships & Leadership Laboratories - New YorkRead More
The Intrapreneur Lab is a collaboration between Business Fights Poverty, Accenture Development Partnerships and Leadership Laboratories. The next Lab will take place from 20 to 22 May at Cornell University's Manhattan premises, New York City. The Intrapreneur Lab is a 3 day + 3 month programme that helps individuals in large companies develop profitable innovations that create social impact. The programme is open to groups of 20-30 participants with early-stage ideas from large companies.
20 May:Linking Socio-Economic Impact and Business StrategyWith WBCSD, Business Action for Africa and DFID - LondonRead More
The next of the Business Fights Poverty 2014 Series aims to share insights and experience of utilising development impact data to inform business strategy and decision making processes.</br></br> A growing number of companies are measuring their socio-economic impacts to inform dialogue with their stakeholders in order to maintain license to operate, enhance the enabling environment, and strengthen corporate reputation.
20 May:The Intrapreneur LabHosted by Business Fights Poverty, Accenture Development Partnerships & Leadership Laboratories - New YorkRead More
The Intrapreneur Lab is a collaboration between Business Fights Poverty, Accenture Development Partnerships and Leadership Laboratories. The next Lab will take place from 6 to 8 June in New York. The Intrapreneur Lab is a 3 day + 3 month programme that helps individuals in large companies develop profitable innovations that create social impact.
22 May:Google Hangout: A Conversation with Paul PolakA series of Hangouts with Paul, giving you a chance to ask him questions about his work, and to get hisadvice on yours.Read More
Through Paul Polak’s work, and that of the organisations he has founded, more than 20 million people have been lifted out of poverty. His mission is to inspire a revolution in how we tackle poverty – harnessing business to benefit the 2.7 billion customers who live on less than $2 a day.
He sets out his bold ideas in his recent book with Mal Warwick, The Business Solution to Poverty.
At Business Fights Poverty, we’re delighted to be hosting a new series of Google Hangouts with Paul, to give you a chance to ask him questions about his work, and to get his advice on yours.
26 May:Module 1: Introduction to Inclusive Business and InnovationA private Inclusive Business eLab webinar with Christina Gradl, EndevaRead More
Inclusive businesses require targeted approaches because the market environment of slums and villages is very different from mainstream markets. To develop successful solutions, companies are well advised to include stakeholders in the innovation process. The module provides an introduction to inclusive business and the concept of open innovation.
This private Inclusive Business eLab webinar will take place from 4-5pm CET on Monday 26 May.
Course Instructor: Cristina Gradl, Endeva
02 June:Module 2: Market Understanding and MarketingA private Inclusive Business eLab webinar with Sara Ballan, DI International Business DevelopmentRead More
The basic ingredient to a successful business case is a solid understanding of one’s target group. The module explains how to gather relevant data and what to take into account when addressing the target group.
This private Inclusive Business eLab webinar will take place from 4-5pm CET on Monday 2 June.
Course Instructor: Sara Ballan, DI International Business Development
09 June:Design Expo 2014A one-week, online celebration of product, service and business model design that transforms the lives of the world's poor, with iDERead More
A one-week, online celebration of product, service and business model design that transforms the lives of the world's poor. A vibrant mix of Google Hangouts with topic pioneers, live co-creation clinics with subject experts, insight articles on the latest design thinking, and an online exhibition zone showcasing the best product and service designers. The week is being coordinated by Business Fights Poverty, in partnership with iDE.
09 June:Design Expo 2014: Google Hangout - The Business Model Behind the Bright IdeaA Google Hangout to explore the business models behind impactful designRead More
A creative revolution is underway around the design of products and services that transform the lives of poor people. But without a clear business model, the bright ideas behind new products and services are unlikely to reach the scale and sustainability needed.
In the first Google Hangout of the 2014 Design Expo, we will be discussing the importance of business models with Mal Warwick, Author, The Business Solution to Poverty, and Erik Simanis, Managing Director, Market Creation Strategies, Cornell University. The session will start at 4.30 UK time.
Moderator: Zahid Torres-Rahman, Business Fights Poverty.
09 June:Design Expo 2014: Online Discussion - Access to EnergyAn online panel discussion on how design is enhancing access to energy at the BoPRead More
This online forum discussion at 3.30 UK time will explore the following questions: What are the emerging technologies that have the potenital to transform access to energy in the future? What pricing and distribution approaches seem to be working in expanding the poor's access to energy? What should governments do to help drive access to energy, including for women and children?
Panelists include: Liz Grubin, Impact Carbon; Vincenzo Capogna, Sunny Money (Solar Aid); Sheila Oparaocha, Energia; Davinia Cogan, GVEP International; Gaurav Mehta, Dharma Life.
10 June:Module 3: Last Mile DistributionA private Inclusive Business eLab webinar with Nicolas Chevrollier, BoP Innovation CenterRead More
Distribution networks at the BoP are usually very weak and very different from mainstream markets. The module explains how to effectively and efficiently reach out to the target group, including for payments and after-sales service.
This private Inclusive Business eLab webinar will take place from 4-5pm CET on Tuesday 10 June.
Course Instructor: Nicolas Chevrollier, BoP Innovation Center
10 June:Design Expo 2014: Online Discussion - Enhancing Health OutcomesOnline panel discussion focusing on design innovations that are enhancing health outcomes at the BoP.Read More
This online forum discussion at 3.30 UK time will explore the following questions: What are some of the key health challenges where business innovation can make a difference at scale? What are the key drivers for achieving better health outcomes at the base of the pyramid - is it just a matter of better products, or are the other factors such as better distribution or better community engagement? How can private sector products and distribution systems better connect with government systems? Panelists include: Jack Castle and Carey Carpenter, Living Goods; Simon Berry, Cola Life; Erica Frenkel, Gradian Health; Ramil Burden, GlaxoSmithKline; Donika Dimovska, Program Director, Results for Development Institute; Julia Watson, DFID.
10 June:Design Expo: Twitter Jam - Designing for the BoPAn online Twitter Chat co-hosted by Business Fights Poverty and Triple Pundit.Read More
Join the Design Expo Twitter Jam at 4.30 UK time (#bfpexpo), co-hosted by Business Fights Poverty (@FightPoverty) and Triple Pundit (@triplepundit).
Some of the key questions we'll explore are: What are some of big successes and failures in designing for the BoP? What can we learn from these experiences? What insights are there in how to go about the process of design? What are the factors behind a successful business model? How can different players work together - large companies, social entrepreneurs, government and civil society? Do designers take gender sufficiently into account when designing for the BoP? What are the next big opportunities?
11 June:Design Expo 2014: Google Hangout - Successful Last Mile DistributionA Google Hangout to explore lessons for last mile distribution at the BoP.Read More
Successful "last mile" distribution is one of the key challenges when marketing products at the base of the pyramid. What are the insights and lessons from experience?
In this Design Expo Google Hangout, we will explore the topic of last mile distribution with Lucie Klarsfeld, Hystra and Nicolas Chevrollier, BoP Innovation Center. The session will start at 4.30 UK time.
The discussion will be moderated by Lewis Temple, CEO at IDE UK.
11 June:Design Expo 2014: Online Discussion - ICT and Social ImpactAn online panel discussion exploring the social impact of ICT at the BoP.Read More
This online forum discussion at 3.30 UK time will explore the following questions: What are some of the ways in which the huge growth in mobile phones is benefitting people at the BoP? What are some of key challenges and success factors in rolling out ICT innovations among low-income consumers? Looking ahead, what are some of big opportunties for large scale impact through ICT?
Panelists include: Paulo Mele, Esoko; Michael Nique and Kai-lik Foh, GSMA; Anna Levy, Frontline SMS; Mike Quinn, ZOONA; Doug Ricket, SVTP.
12 June:Design Expo 2014: Online Discussion - Building LivelihoodsAn online panel discussion exploring the impact of product and service design on livelihoods at the BoP.Read More
This online forum discussion at 3.30 UK time will explore the following questions: What are some of the most innovative models that are having a real impact on the livelihoods of people at the BoP? What are the some of the key challenges facing innovators when designing products, services and business models for the rural and urban poor? How important is gender in the success or otherwise of some of the marketing and distribution models? Panelists include: Stephanie Hanson, One Acre Fund; Sampath Selvan, MKrishi; Keith Teichmann, Xylem; KC Mishra, eKutir; Alexa Roscoe, CARE International; Deborah Tien, AISE; Morgane Danielou, Farming First; Vincent Gainey, DFID.
13 June:Design Expo 2014: Google Hangout - Successful Product and Service DesignA Google Hangout looking at product or service design for the BoPRead More
What are Key Elements for Successful Product or Service Design for BoP Customers?
This Design Expo Google Hangout will explore best practice approaches to design with Mike Roberts, Country Director, Cambodia at iDE, and Jack Sim, Founder of BoP World Convention & Expo and Founder, World Toilet Organisation. The session will start at 4.30 UK time.
The discussion will be moderated by Robert Silbermann, Board Member of iDE UK and Curator of the Business Fights Poverty 2014 Design Expo.
13 June:Design Expo 2014: Online Discussion - Delivering Water and SanitationAn online panel discussion to explore products and services delivering water and sanitation at the BoP.Read More
This online forum discussion at 3.30 UK time will explore the following questions: What role can business play in delivering water and sanitation at the BoP? How can WASH products, services and business models scale rapidly and yet remain appropriate for the local context in multiple countries; are we constantly going to have to 'reinvent the wheel'? What are the next big challenges facing the WASH sector?
Panelists include: Jason Kass, Toilets for People; Fanny Boullard, Antenna; Tara Lundy, Vestergaard; Conor Riggs, iDE Bangladesh; Martina Nee, Peepoople; Yi Wei, iDE WASH; Rob Whitby, DFID; Ashley Thomas, Evidence Action.
16 June:Module 4: FinancingA private Inclusive Business eLab webinar with Nicolas Chevrollier, BoP Innovation CenterRead More
Inclusive businesses require access to adequate sources of finance to support early stages of opportunity identification through later phases of upscaling market solutions. In this block, we provide an overview of financial mechanisms to support inclusive business, including donors and impact investors.
This private Inclusive Business eLab webinar will take place from 4-5pm CET on Monday 16 June.
Course Instructor: Nicolas Chevrollier, BoP Innovation Center
23 June:Module 5: PartneringA private Inclusive Business eLab webinar with Fernando Casado, Global CADRead More
Since markets need to be created rather than penetrated, implementation of inclusive business almost always requires collaboration with nontraditional partners, including nongovernmental
organizations (NGOs), donors, public agencies, foundations and impact investors. The module introduces these different actors and provides tips for effective cross-sector partnering.
This private Inclusive Business eLab webinar will take place from 4-5pm CET on Monday 23 June.
Course Instructor: Fernando Casado, Global CAD
26 June:Lessons on Supporting Energy Access EnterprisesAshden and Christian Aid share their new research.Read More
Many enterprises are working to solve the huge problem of energy poverty in the developing world by delivering electricity to the 1.3 billion who live off the main grid, or by selling improved cook stoves to people cooking over smoky stoves or open fires that damage their health. Hear the results of research that Ashden and Christian Aid have undertaken into the most effective ways donors, NGOs, investors and others can support such enterprises.
This event, from 4 to 6.30pm, will be hosted by Paul Valentin, International Director of Christian Aid. The panel will include Ben Good, CEO of GVEP; Charlie Miller, Partnerships Manager at SolarAid; and Chhavi Sharma of Ashden. Business Fights Poverty is an event partner.
07 July:Module 6: Results MeasurementA private Inclusive Business eLab webinar with Filippo Veglio, World Business Council for Sustainable DevelopmentRead More
Inclusive businesses combine social and commercial returns. In order to be accountable to stakeholders and to manage and improve results over time, measurement is key. The module introduces different approaches to results measurement and explains the basic terminology and steps.
This private Inclusive Business eLab webinar will take place from 4-5pm CET on Monday 7 July.
Course Instructor: Kitrhona Cerri, WBCSD. Speaker: Catalina Garcia, Communications and Sustainable Development Director, SABMiller Latin America
10 July:Social IntrapreneurismThe BBC's Jon Sopel will lead a discussion with the authors of "Social Intrapreneurism and All That Jazz".Read More
Accenture Development Partnerships, The Doughty Centre for Corporate Responsibility at the Cranfield School of Management, Business Fights Poverty and Impact Lab are hosting an evening with the authors of Social Intrapreneurism and All That Jazz to discuss how corporate social innovation has made an impact in business. The evening will include a discussion with: David Grayson, Professor at Doughty Centre for Corporate Responsibility, Cranfield School of Management; Melody McLaren, Associate at Doughty Centre for Corporate Responsibility, Cranfield School of Management; and Gib Bulloch, Founder and Executive Director, Accenture Development Partnerships. Jon Sopel, BBC's North America Editor, will be facilitating the discussion.
28 August:BoP World Convention and ExpoBoP World Convention and Expo - SingaporeRead More
Themed "A Brave New Marketplace: Unleashing Opportunities at the Base of the Pyramid", the inaugural BoP World Convention & Expo is a unique forum that encourages key stakeholders from multiple sectors and industries to share knowledge, engage with issues and explore partnerships to bring sustainable and affordable solutions that could impact millions of lives.Business Fights Poverty is a Supporting Partner.
10 September:SEED Africa SymposiumA forum to stimulate the growth of social and green entrepreneurship in Africa - NairobiRead More
Register now for the SEED Africa Symposium 2014! A unique forum for businesses, policy makers, civil society and support institutions to share their knowledge and experience, explore innovative business models and partnerships, and develop solutions to stimulate the growth of social and green entrepreneurship in Africa. More than 250 representatives will convene in Nairobi and discuss solutions to build an effective ecosystem for social and green enterprises. Business Fights Poverty Members benefit from a special discount at registration. Just contact the SEED team before registration to get a special discount code.
24 September:How to Strengthen Partnerships with Business to Deliver the SDGs8.00-9.30 EDT: Livestream from the BCTA Annual Forum 2014Read More
Watch the livestream of the session organised by Business Action for Africa, Harvard Kennedy School CSR Initiative and The Partnering Initiative. Speakers include: Magdy Martínez-Solimán, Director, ad interim, Bureau for Policy and Programme Support, UN Development Programme (UNDP); Sam Worthington, President and CEO, InterAction; Mark Devadason, Group Head of Sustainability, Standard Chartered; Louise Kantrow, ICC Permanent Representative to the UN; Stuart Hart, Professor Emeritus of Management at Cornell University’s Johnson Graduate School of Management.
24 September:Commemorating the Milestones of Inclusive Business10.00-11.45 EDT: Livestream from the BCTA Annual Forum 2014Read More
Watch the livestream of the first plenary session of BCTA's Annual Forum. Speakers include: Eriko Ishikawa, Global Program Manager, Inclusive Business Models, International Finance Corporation (IFC); Lena Ingelstam, Director of Partnerships and Innovations, Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency (SIDA); Peter White, Chief Operating Officer, World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD); Martha Herrera, Corporate Social Responsibility and Community Development Director, CEMEX; Grace Waiharo, Head of Operations, Phillips Healthcare Services Limited; Sahba Sobhani, Acting Programme Manager, Business Call to Action (BCtA).
24 September:Inclusive Business, Climate Change and Green Leap12:00-13:30 EDT: Livestream from the BCTA Annual Forum 2014Read More
Watch the livestream of the second plenary session of BCTA's Annual Forum. Speakers include: Stuart Hart, Professor Emeritus of Management at Cornell University’s Johnson Graduate School of Management; Genichiro Shimada, General Manager of International Relations Group, Panasonic Corporation; Raman Ramachandran, Chairman & Managing Director, BASF; Bart Hartman, Founder and Chief Entrepreneur, NOTS Impact Enterprises.
24 September:Catalyzing Partnerships for Inclusive Business at the Country Level14.30-16.00 EDT: Livestream from the BCTA Annual Forum 2014Read More
Watch the livestream of the second plenary session of BCTA's Annual Forum. Speakers include: Ricardo Michel, Director, Center for Transformational Partnerships, United States Agency for International Development (USAID); Rapa Lopa, Executive Director, Philippine Business for Social Progress (PBSP); Mark Joaquin Ruiz, Co-founder & Managing Director, Hapinoy; Willie J. Uy, President & Chief Executive Officer, Phinma Property Holdings Corp; Marcos Neto, Cluster Leader, Innovations and Development Alliances, UN Development Programme (UNDP).
09 October:Building Effective Partnerships for DevelopmentA 2-Day Training Course by The Partnering Initiative, in association with Business Fights Poverty - OxfordRead More
Many of today’s societal, environmental, business sustainability and humanitarian challenges are so complex and interconnected that they can only be tackled by different sectors working together. To address the vital challenge of partnering capacity, The Partnering Initiative (TPI) has pioneered a range of training courses and developed a series of guidebooks to support practitioners. TPI’s 2-day training programme develops skills, understanding and knowledge for effective cross-sector partnering, optionally leading to a Certificate in Partnering Practice.This 2-day training course, in association with Business Fights Poverty, will take place in Oxford, UK, on 9 and 10 October.
13 October:The Intrapreneur LabHosted by Business Fights Poverty, Accenture Development Partnerships & Leadership Laboratories - OxfordRead More
The Intrapreneur Lab is a collaboration between Business Fights Poverty, Accenture Development Partnerships and Leadership Laboratories. This Lab will take place from 13 to 15 October at Oxford University's Saïd Business School. The Intrapreneur Lab is a 3 day + 3 month programme that helps individuals in large companies develop profitable innovations that create social impact. The programme is open to groups of 20-30 participants with early-stage ideas from large companies.
06 November:Technologies and services for the Base of the PyramidA learning forum around the challenges and experiences of designing for the BoP - MadridRead More
With the aim of providing a learning and discussion forum around the challenges and experiences of designing for the Base of the Pyramid, CODESPA Foundation (www.codespa.org), in collaboration with Business Fights Poverty, IESE Business School and Forética, and the support of AECID (Spanish Agency of Development) and Fundación Profesor Uría, is organizing a conference on6th November in Madrid.
Organizations of reference in this field such as International Development Enterprises (iDE), GIZ, Coca-Cola Bottle Company and FrontlineSMS will participate at the event.
17 November:The Intrapreneur LabHosted by Business Fights Poverty, Accenture Development Partnerships and Leadership Laboratories -Jo'BurgRead More
The Intrapreneur Lab is a collaboration between Business Fights Poverty, Accenture Development Partnerships and Leadership Laboratories. This Lab will take place from 17 to 19 November at the Gordon Institute of Business Science, Pretoria University. The Intrapreneur Lab is a 3 day + 3 month programme that helps individuals in large companies develop profitable innovations that create social impact. The programme is open to groups of 20-30 participants with early-stage ideas from large companies.
18 November:Trust WomenAn event putting the rule of law behind women's rights - LondonRead More
The Trust Women Conference, hosted by Thomson Reuters Foundation from 18-19 November in London, will bring together global corporations, lawyers, and pioneers in the field of women's rights to take action and forge tangible commitments to empower women.
20 November:Scaling Corporate Social EnterpriseConference organised by the Multilateral Investment Fund (MIF) and partners - Santiago, ChileRead More
This conference will be the first event in Latin America to convene key actors from private corporations, government agencies, academia and civil society to define the next steps in building a robust ecosystem to support the scaling of social enterprises – an enterprise that deliberately expands access to goods, services, income and employment opportunities for vulnerable populations as part of its core business while seeking profit or return on investment. The conference is organized by the Multilateral Investment Fund (MIF) in close coordination with other public and private sector windows of the IDB Group, as well as local counterparts Sistema-B and Fundación Avina.
24 November:Dignity 2014 – Celebrating Impact in IndiaOrganised by London+Acumen - LondonRead More
With its 14 years of work on the field, Acumen understands that poverty isn’t just about lack of income. What keeps people from realising their full potential is lack of choice and opportunity. It is that choice that gives people freedom, and above all dignity. This year the Dignity event will focus on celebrating the work of Acumen in India where 40% of the world’s poor live. At the event you will have the opportunity to learn more about Acumen’s work in India, the investee companies and the personal stories of both the social entrepreneurs and customers in India. The evening will include a drinks reception and traditional Indian performances. Event takes place 6.30 to 10pm.
02 December:How Do You Create a Transformative Business Model?Webinar hosted by Business Call to Action and Business Fights PovertyRead More
This webinar, hosted by Business Call to Action and Business Fights Poverty, will discuss challenges and opportunities companies face in developing, sustaining and scaling successful inclusive business models that achieve commercial success and development outcomes by doing business with the 'base of the economic pyramid’. Speakers include: Erik Simanis, Managing Director, Market Creation Strategies, Center for Sustainable Enterprise, Cornell University’s Johnson School of Management; Paul Polak, Founder and CEO of Windhorse International and iDE, and author of The Business Solution to Poverty; and Nitin Sharma, Senior Project Manager, BoP South Asia, BASF (tbc). The event will take place from 16:30 to 17:45 UK time.
03 December:Partnering for ImpactEvent profiling new report by Business Action for Africa and partners - LondonRead More
Panellists: David Kennedy, Director General, Economic Development, DFID; Laurie Lee, CEO, Care UK; Igo Weli, Director of Local Content, Shell Petroleum Development Company of Nigeria; Gib Bulloch, Executive Director of Accenture Development Partnerships. This event marks the launch of a new report which analyses a wide range of business partnerships in Africa to identify key barriers and enablers for achieving sustainable impact at scale, alongside considerations for policy makers and businesses as they address the means of implementation for the SDGs.
26 January:Building Effective Partnerships for DevelopmentA 2-Day Training Course by The Partnering Initiative, in association with Business Fights Poverty - OxfordRead More
Many of today’s societal, environmental, business sustainability and humanitarian challenges are so complex and interconnected that they can only be tackled by different sectors working together. To address the vital challenge of partnering capacity, The Partnering Initiative (TPI) has pioneered a range of training courses and developed a series of guidebooks to support practitioners. TPI’s 2.5-day training programme develops skills, understanding and knowledge for effective cross-sector partnering, optionally leading to a Certificate in Partnering Practice. This 2-day training course, in association with Business Fights Poverty, will take place in Oxford, UK, from 26 to 28 January 2015. For more information, click here.
04 February:Accelerating Sustainable and Inclusive BusinessFirst in the 2015 Series, hosted by Citi Foundation - London Read More
Join the first event in the 2015 Series, hosted with Citi Foundation, The Fletcher School at Tufts University, the UK's Department for International Development and the Business Call to Action, to discuss the latest thinking on how to accelerate sustainable and inclusive business and the role of partnership.
Speakers include: Philip Martin Brown, Managing Director, Citi Microfinance; Claire Alexandre, Head of Commercial and Strategy - M-Pesa at Vodafone (tbc); Marcos Neto, Team Leader, Private Sector and Foundations, UNDP. Chair: Dr Bhaskar Chakravorti, Senior Associate Dean for International Business and Finance and Executive Director of Institute for Business in the Global Context, The Fletcher School at Tufts University.
09 March:Inclusive Business Online BootcampOnline Bootcamp from the Inclusive Business Accelerator - OnlineRead More
This online bootcamp from the Inclusive Business Accelerator focuses on ‘marketing and distribution to the BoP’. Behavioural change and last mile distribution are key to setting up a successful business with low-income groups. The target group of the bootcamp is entrepreneurs who are working on innovative products in rapidly expanding sectors such as sustainable energy, food/agriculture and water/sanitation. The IB Accelerator bootcamp starts on March 9th until April 3rd. Registration is open until February 15th 2015.
10 March:Achieving Scale and Impact Supporting Small BusinessesOnline discussion with SABMiller, IDB and US State Department - Online Read More
To mark Global Partnership Week (www.p3.co), join us for a live, online discussion of ways to achieve greater scale and impact in our efforts to strengthen small businesses. The CSR Initiative at the Harvard Kennedy School and Business Fights Poverty recently completed a report on SABMiller’s new 4e Path to Progress program in Latin America that aims to empower nearly 200,000 small retailers at the base of the pyramid by 2020. The report identifies emerging lessons and key strategic questions facing 4e on the journey to scale. Many of these are common to enterprise development programs across regions and industry sectors. Please join us to share your insights, and help spark some new ideas.
09 April:Inclusion IncConference on Sustainable and Inclusive Business - BostonRead More
Inclusion Inc, hosted by the Fletcher School at Tufts in Boston from April 9 - 10, is part of a series of conferences in 2014-15 aimed at fostering dialogue and practical solutions for Sustainable and Inclusive Business Activities (SIBA). The events seek to explore how the private, public, and social sectors can partner to create more inclusive ecosystems. Inclusion, Inc. will draw upon IBGC’s ongoing research in SIBA focusing on key barriers and common issues to inclusive business at scale in emerging and developed markets.
13 April:Building Effective Partnerships for DevelopmentA 2.5-Day Training Course by The Partnering Initiative, in association with Business Fights Poverty - OxfordRead More
Many of today’s societal, environmental, business sustainability and humanitarian challenges are so complex and interconnected that they can only be tackled by different sectors working together. To address the vital challenge of partnering capacity, The Partnering Initiative (TPI) has pioneered a range of training courses and developed a series of guidebooks to support practitioners. TPI’s 2.5-day training programme develops skills, understanding and knowledge for effective cross-sector partnering, optionally leading to a Certificate in Partnering Practice. This 2-day training course, in association with Business Fights Poverty, will take place in Oxford, UK, from 13 to 15 April 2015. For more information, click here.
21 April:Linking savings groups to banks - What works, what doesn’t, what’s next?Webinar hosted by Care International UKRead More
Join us on Tuesday 21 April for this webinar hosted by Care International UK to learn about a recent review of the opportunities and challenges of linking groups to Barclays banks and other financial institutions in Uganda, Zambia, Tanzania, Ghana and Kenya.
The webinar - "Linking savings groups to banks - What works, what doesn’t, what’s next? Recent insights from 5 African countries" will also provide the chance to hear from other Charter signatory members Fidelity Bank and Grameen Foundation on their recent experiences of linking groups.
28 April:The Intrapreneur LabHosted by Business Fights Poverty, Accenture Development Partnerships and Leadership Laboratories -SingaporeRead More
The Intrapreneur Lab is a collaboration between Business Fights Poverty, Accenture Development Partnerships and Leadership Laboratories. This Lab will take place from 28 - 30 April at INSEAD's Singapore Campus. The Intrapreneur Lab is a 3 day + 3 month programme that helps individuals in large companies develop profitable innovations that create social impact. The programme is open to groups of 20-30 participants with early-stage ideas from large companies.
06 May:Responsible Business Summit AsiaEthical Corporation’s Responsible Business Summit Asia - Singapore Read More
Ethical Corporation’s Responsible Business Summit Asia is the regional prominent meeting place to find out where business leaders and innovators are headed around their sustainability and CSR strategy. #RBSA2014 brings together corporate practitioners from Fortune 500 brands working in corporate sustainability, environment, supply chain and communications.
To see the full speaker line-up, agenda, and to download your free event guide, visit here. For more information please Elina Yumasheva on elina.yumasheva@ethicalcorp.com or on +44 (0) 207 375 7573.
12 May:Shared Value Leadership SummitHosted by the Shared Value Initiative - New YorkRead More
The 2015 Shared Value Leadership Summit will gather the world's leading thinkers and doers of shared value to deliver the "how-to" of building a shared value strategy that truly showcases business at its best. Participants will share best strategies and roll up their sleeves to generate new business solutions to social issues, reimagining the role of business in society and the nature of competitive advantage. This is shared value leadership. Join the Shared Value Leadership Summit, 12-13 May, New York. #SVLeaders
21 May:How Can Business Fight Ebola?Online Panel Discussion with Standard Chartered, CDC, GSK, Arcelor Mittal, Mercy Corps, Oxfam, World Vision and Unicef - OnlineRead More
The impact of the Ebola outbreak on West Africa has been devastating for families, communities and public health systems already under severe strain. This online discussion will explore how the private sector can best contribute in the wake of a major public health emergency and identify lessons learned for the future. Key questions for the discussion are: How can business best contribute to tackling public health crisis’ like ebola? What have we learned from the on-going ebola outbreak about how to successfully mobilise a business response, and where are the business innovations happening? How can public-private collaboration enhance the impact of business’s contribution? The event is part of the People Month of our Business and SDGs programme.
28 May:How Can NGOs Scale Social Impact with Business Ideas?Google Hangout with Erik Simanis, Cornell University, and Anna Gerrard, Sightsavers - OnlineRead More
Join Erik Simanis, Head of the Frontier Markets Initiative at Cornell University, and Anna Gerrard, Technical Advisor: market-based and private sector programmes at Sightsavers, to discuss the lessons from Sightsavers' experience in scaling their impact by implementing business ideas. The Google Hangout will start at 10.30am NYC / 3.30pm London Time.
The event is part of the People theme of our Business and SDGs programme.
02 June:Closing Africa's Energy GapBy-Invitation Lunchtime Panel Discussion with The Initiative for Global Development - Cape TowmRead More
To coincide with the World Economic Forum on Africa Summit and the IGD Frontier 100 Forum, Business Fights Poverty and the Initiative for Global Development is hosting a lunchtime panel discussion (12.30 - 1.30) with Standard Chartered Bank, ContourGlobal and the UK Department for International Development. Access to energy is routinely cited by large and small businesses as the most significant barrier to their success. Unreliable or inaccessible power also impacts healthcare and education outcomes, which in turn have long-term implications for individuals and societies. The event marks the launch of our new report, and is part of Planet Month, within your Business and SDGs programme
09 June:The Business of Energy: Enterprising solutions to the energy access challenge2015 Ashden International Conference - LondonRead More
Across the developing world, enterprising businesses are innovating with technology, marketing and business models to bring clean, safe energy to millions. But how realistic is it to expect the private sector to solve the poor’s energy needs? What role do social enterprises play? And where do governments’ responsibilities lie?
Don’t miss your opportunity for an update on the cutting edge of sustainable energy.
Photo: Azuri Indigo solar panel; winner 2013 Ashden International Award
17 June:The Intrapreneur LabHosted by Business Fights Poverty, Accenture Development Partnerships & Leadership Laboratories - New YorkRead More
The Intrapreneur Lab is a collaboration between Business Fights Poverty, Accenture Development Partnerships and Leadership Laboratories. The next Lab will take place from 17 to 19 June at Cornell University's Manhattan premises, New York City. The Intrapreneur Lab is a 3 day + 3 month programme that helps individuals in large companies develop profitable innovations that create social impact. The programme is open to groups of 20-30 participants with early-stage ideas from large companies.
19 June:International CSR Summit, ChinaConference organised by Enterprise Asia - Macau, ChinaRead More
Bringing together the world’s top CSR thinkers, doers, speakers and leaders, the Summit features the most stirring conversations in CSR today in deliberating new forward thinking solutions to society issues. Themed Shared Value for Profitable CSR Practices, leading CSR and sustainability figures will address current and facing complexities in developing frameworks for sustainable practices and the role of creating shared value and impact on business profitability. The event is being held in conjunction with the Asia Responsible Entrepreneurship Awards.
24 June:How can partnerships with business increase access to safe, clean water for all?Business and the SDGs Online Discussion - OnlineRead More
Partnerships with business are becoming increasingly central to strategies for delivering access to safe, clean water for all. Join this written online discussion with SABMiller, ODI, 2030 Water Resources Group, WSUP and WWF, at 10-11am New York Time / 3-4pm UK Time on Wednesday 24 June.
25 June:A Dialogue on Business Leadership for an Inclusive EconomyA dialogue hosted by BSR - LondonRead More
Please join BSR for a morning dialogue (8:45 am-1:30 pm GMT) in London to explore how the private sector can help build a more inclusive economy through good jobs, access to essential goods and services, and investments for prosperous communities. Companies can expect to take away key lessons in how to drive change through their direct operations and supply chains and as actors in the broader economic environment. The agenda will feature an introduction to BSR’s new strategy, Business Leadership for an Inclusive Economy; panel discussions with representatives from business, civil society, and BSR; and time for networking.
29 June:BASE III Forum InternationalConference hosted by the Inter-American Development Bank - Mexico City Read More
The BASE International Forum, 29 June - 1 July in Mexico City, will bring together leaders who are promoting and developing market-based business models that provide quality goods and services to the base of the pyramid (BOP) in Latin America and the Caribbean. The BASE International Forum is organized by the IDB’s Opportunities for the Majority.
30 June:How can we harness business to close the energy gap in Africa?Business and the SDGs Online Discussion - OnlineRead More
Power is routinely cited by large and small businesses as the most significant barrier to their success, adding huge costs to them and their customers. Poor infrastructure slows foreign direct investment and limits countries in their attempts to diversify their economies away from primary commodity export. Unreliable or inaccessible power has a cost that goes beyond GDP figures and business growth, impacting on healthcare and education outcomes, which in turn have long-term implications for the future prosperity of individuals and societies.
Join Standard Chartered, Anglo American, ODI, Initiative for Global Development and DFID for an online written discussion on how we can harness business to close the energy gap in Africa.
09 July:How can responsible private investment contribute to the SDGs?Business and SDGs Online Discussion - OnlineRead More
The key role of private investment in driving economic growth and job creation is increasingly emphasised by governments and donors. The Financing for Development Summit, taking place in Addis Ababa in mid-July and aiming to secure the means for implementing the Sustainable Development Goals, highlights the key role of private investment. At the same time, it also emphasises the need for investors to adopt principles and reporting standards for socially and environmentally responsible business, which includes good health and safety, constructive community relations, preventing pollution, protecting workers rights and biodiversity, preventing and fighting corruption, illicit financial flows and tax evasion. Join the discussion with CDC, the UK's Development Finance Institution, to explore responsible private investment contribute to the SDGs, from 10am New York Time / 3pm London Time on 9 July.
16 July:2nd BoP Global Network SummitEnterprise for a Sustainable World (ESW) and The University of Vermont, with the BoP Global Network Labs - Vermont Read More
With Sustainable Entrepreneurship from the Bottom Up as the theme, Enterprise for a Sustainable World (ESW) and The University of Vermont, in collaboration with the BoP Global Network Labs from around the world, are organizing the 2nd BoP Global Network Summit. The event will be held on July 16th and 17th, 2015 at the University of Vermont (UVM)’s Davis Center in Burlington, Vermont, USA.
22 July:How Can Value Chains be Harnessed for the Sustainable Development Goals?Business and SDGs Online DiscussionRead More
Businesses, by harnessing their value chains, can be powerful drivers of social, economic and environmental progress and, consequently, can play a critical role in achieving many of the draft SDGs. Join this online written discussion to explore how far we have come, and what's next to deepen scale and impact?
09 September:SEED Africa SymposiumConference organised by SEED - NairobiRead More
The SEED Africa Symposium is an international forum for sharing knowledge and experience, establishing partnerships, and developing solutions to stimulate the growth of social and eco-entrepreneurship. "Building Bridges for Impact" is the goal for this year’s Symposium, taking place from 9 to 10 September in Nairobi, Kenya. Around 500 entrepreneurs, business leaders, investors, practitioners and policy makers will examine emerging trends in the green and entrepreneurship space and look into ways of constructing new bridges to amplify the impact of social and eco-enterprises. Special attention will also be given to the role of eco-entrepreneurship in the Post-2015 agenda. Join SEED and its partners for two inspirational days to collaborate towards the promotion of a green and inclusive economy!
Photo: Mobile Solar Classroom, Uganda
24 September:Business and the SDGs: Harnessing Domestic Inclusive Business for Social ImpactPart of the Business Call to Action Annual Forum - New YorkRead More
Some of the most innovative approaches to harnessing business for social impact have come from domestic companies and large corporates working to support domestic companies in Africa, Asia and Latin America. Speakers include: Magdy Martínez-Solimán, Assistant Administrator and Director of the Bureau for Policy and Programme Support (BPPS), UN Development Programme; Juan Sebastian Pardo Lanzetta, CEO, Credifamilia; David Croft, Global Sustainable Development Director, Diageo; Tafsir Awal, Director, Multomode Group & Lal Teer Seed; Piyush Jaju, CEO and Co-Founder, ONergy; Chair: Bhaskar Chakravorti, Executive Director of Fletcher's Institute for Business in the Global Context.
24 September:Business Call to Action Annual ForumAnnual Forum, to coincide with the UN General Assembly - New YorkRead More
Join leaders of prominent inclusive businesses as well as senior representatives from government, bilateral donors, civil society and the United Nations to learn about innovative businesses models, engage in peer-to-peer knowledge exchange, network and establish linkages with other leaders in the field. The half day-long event will offer opportunities to showcase innovative work, engage in peer-to-peer knowledge exchange, network and establish links with other leaders in the field.
25 September:Business and the SDGs: Building Blocks for Success at ScalePart of the SDG Business Forum, marking the launch of a report by Business Fights Poverty and Harvard Kennedy School CSRI - New YorkRead More
As the world comes together to formally adopt the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), leaders across sectors recognise that the challenges are too great and too systemic for any one of them to tackle alone, and that business’ contribution will be pivotal. Speakers include: Justine Greening, Secretary of State, UK Department for International Development; Jay Collins, Vice Chairman, Corporate and Investment Banking, Citi, Kate James, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer, Pearson; Kevin J Jenkins , President and Chief Executive Officer, World Vision; Lise Kingo, Executive Director, UN Global Compact; Jon Pender, Vice-President IP and Access, GSK. The event will be chaired by Jane Nelson, Director, The CSR Initiative, Harvard Kennedy School
19 October:Building Effective Partnerships for DevelopmentA 2.5-Day Training Course by The Partnering Initiative, in association with Business Fights Poverty - OxfordRead More
Many of today’s societal, environmental, business sustainability and humanitarian challenges are so complex and interconnected that they can only be tackled by different sectors working together. To address the vital challenge of partnering capacity, The Partnering Initiative (TPI) has pioneered a range of training courses and developed a series of guidebooks to support practitioners. TPI’s 2.5-day training programme develops skills, understanding and knowledge for effective cross-sector partnering, optionally leading to a Certificate in Partnering Practice. This 2-day training course, in association with Business Fights Poverty, will take place in Oxford, UK, from 19 to 20 October 2015. For more information, click here.
19 October:The Intrapreneur LabHosted by Business Fights Poverty, Accenture Development Partnerships & Leadership Laboratories - OxfordRead More
The Intrapreneur Lab is a collaboration between Business Fights Poverty, Accenture Development Partnerships and Leadership Laboratories. The next Lab will take place from 19 to 21 October at Oxford University's Saïd Business School. The Intrapreneur Lab is a 3 day + 3 month programme that helps individuals in large companies develop profitable innovations that create social impact. The programme is open to groups of 20-30 participants with early-stage ideas from large companies.
27 October:Business and the SDGs: Building Blocks for Success at ScalePanel marking the launch of a new report by Business Fights Poverty and Harvard Kennedy School CSRI - LondonRead More
With the Sustainable Development Goals now adopted, attention is shifting to how they will be delivered. There is growing appreciation of the role business can play. This event marks the London launch of a new report on this theme by Business Fights Poverty and the CSR Initiative at the Harvard Kennedy School. Panelists include: Winnie Byanyima, Executive Director, Oxfam International; David Croft, Global Director of Sustainability, Diageo; Liz Stuart, Research Fellow - Team Leader, SDGs, ODI; DFID (tbc) and Pearson (tbc). The event will be chaired by Graham Baxter, Business Fights Poverty. The event will take place from 5.30 to 7pm and will be followed by a reception. Registration will open from 5pm.
02 November:Responsible Business ForumThe 4th Responsible Business Forum on Sustainable Development - SingaporeRead More
2015 will be a historic year for the world with a new treaty to be agreed in Paris that will limit greenhouse gas emissions and prevent global warming beyond two degrees, and the launch of new post-2015 sustainable development goals to ensure prosperity and environmental protection for future generations. Innovation and mindset shifts are critical for the systemic change we need to achieve these goals. From 2 to 4 November in Singapore, the 4th Responsible Business Forum on Sustainable Development will gather more than 600 business leaders, investors, NGOs and policy-makers from around the world to share innovations and agree on practical solutions for climate action and delivering the sustainable development goals.
10 November:Business and the United NationsLaunch event for a new report by Business Fights Poverty and Harvard Kennedy School's CSR Initiative - New YorkRead More
The Sustainable Development Goals Fund (www.sdgfund.org) at UNDP is pleased to invite you to attend the launch of the new report “Business and the United Nations” produced by the SDG Fund’s Private Advisory Group in collaboration with Harvard Kennedy School and Business Fights Poverty. The event will take place on Tuesday, 10 November 2015 at the United Nations headquarters in New York (ECOSOC Chamber). The Report, which explores UN engagement with business from the perspective of businesses, will initiate a dialogue on how to co-create, co-design and co-invest in new modalities of sustainable development engagement between the UN, private sector, civil society and governments.
12 November:Leadership Development that Lasts: Using Immersive In-Market Learning Programmes to Drive Business ResultsWebinar hosted by Emerging World -OnlineRead More
Increasingly we’re seeing more companies use highly immersive in-market learning programmes to drive business results. Emerging World, the host of the webinar, refers to these experiences as Corporate International Service Learning (CISL). Join this webinar of to build your understanding CISL Programmes and their impact, on 12 November 3.30-4.30 GMT. Panelists include: Matthew Farmer, Managing Director, Emerging World; Laura Hemrika, Head of Impact and Microfinance Capacity Building, Credit Suisse; Deborah Holmes, Americas Director of Corporate Responsibility, EY; Sue Gammons, PULSE Operations Manager, GSK.
18 November:Scaling Social Business in East AfricaRegional Symposium led by ICS and Ka Tutandike - KampalaRead More
This Regional Symposium will take place from 18 - 20 November 2015 in Kampala, Uganda, and is hosted by ICS and Ka Tutandike Uganda in partnership with Ashoka East Africa, Kulika Uganda, Royal African Society, AGRICS Ltd. and Yunus Social Business Foundation. The event will provide insights into and potential solutions for the financial and organisational challenges that many social entrepreneurs in East Africa are facing today. Bridging the financing gap in the middle, pre- and post-investment management support and the government’s role towards a supportive social business ecosystem are among the key themes of the symposium.
The programme focuses on entrepreneurs with interest in social businesses, impact investors and representatives of multinationals, government, financial institutions and non-governmental organisations. It serves as a platform to share best practices as well as common bottlenecks and challenges. A lineup of thought-provoking and interactive sessions including debates, panel discussions and workshops will create an important forum at which entrepreneurs and investors can arrive at better ways of cooperation and foster greater understanding to achieve common goals and objectives.
For more information please visit www.scalingsocialbusiness.com or email info@scalingsocialbusiness.com
19 November:Building Stronger Programmes: Insights from the Impact Benchmark Study of Immersive In-Market Learning ProgrammesWebinar hosted by Emerging World -OnlineRead More
Corporate International Service Learning (CISL) programmes are becoming a popular and strategic tool for companies looking to build the talent and skills of their workforce while addressing real needs in markets where they do business. The CISL Impact Benchmark Study, the most robust piece of research of its kind, has just been launched and this is your opportunity to dive deeper into the results. Join this webinar on 19 November 3.30-4.30 GMT. Panelists include: Matthew Farmer, Managing Director, Emerging World; Jennifer Farrington, Director, Social Investing, BD; Eva Halper, Director, Global Education Initiative and Global Citizens Programme, Credit Suisse; Winnie Karanu, MySkills4Afrika Global Programme Manager, Microsoft.
01 December:Business Practitioner Workshop: Embedding the Global Goals into BusinessBusiness Practitioner Workshop - LondonRead More
With the Sustainable Development Goals (Global Goals) now adopted, attention is shifting to how they will be delivered. All sectors now recognise that business’ contribution will be pivotal. Leading examples of sustainable business practices exist, but to achieve the Global Goals, such practices will need to move from the cutting edge to the mainstream. This business practitioner workshop is designed to help companies embed the Global Goals into their core business and social investment activities, with an emphasis on enabling action by sharing insights, approaches and practical tools from leading businesses as well as civil society organisations and initiatives.
15 December:Purposeful Leadership: Human Centered Design to Fight UK PovertyLondon+Acumen event, in partnership with Business Fights PovertyRead More
As one of the most advanced countries in the world, the UK still faces many challenges in building a socially mobile and integrated society. Acumen typically invests in companies that have a ‘human centred design’ (HCD) approach at their core-where social entrepreneurs and community leaders use this concept to develop innovative way to tackle poverty and inequality across the world. At this event, organised by London+Acumen in partnership with Business Fights Poverty, you will be challenged to reflect on how we approach everyday inequalities in UK society, question our assumptions of how much we can accept and inspire you to think about how HCD can be used to start to tackle some of these issues.
13 January:The Unilever Global Development Award, supported by Business Fights PovertyJoin the Webinar to learn more about the Award and how to applyRead More
The Unilever Global Development Award supported by Business Fights Poverty identifies those businesses that are demonstrating a positive impact on global development. Learn more about the Awards and how to apply by joining this webinar from 2 to 3pm UK time. Hear inspirational stories from previous Award winners talking about their award winning programmes and how entering the Awards have helped them in their responsible business journey. The webinar will also provide essential information about the Award, how to enter and tips for making a great Award entry.
19 January:Strengthening micro-enterprise ecosystems: Learning from businessAn expert roundtable as part of the Microenterprise Challenge - LondonRead More
An expert roundtable, co-hosted by Business Fights Poverty, CARE International UK and SABMIller to inform the development of a “how to” framework by learning from the practical experience of leading businesses who are at the vanguard of designing, implementing and measuring programmes aimed at supporting micro-enterprises.
17 February:A Global View of Financial LinkagesA webinar hosted by SEEP - OnlineRead More
The State of Linkage Report (forthcoming) was recently commissioned by Barclays, CARE International, and Plan UK in order to provide, for the first time, a global mapping of linkage activity—the process through which informal savings groups are able to access products and services from formal financial service providers. The report identifies where linkage is taking place, the organizations that are currently linking to savings groups, and the kind of products and services that are being offered.
Join us on February 17 to hear how leading organizations are helping to link significant numbers of savings groups, what they have learned on the journey, and their personal reflections on the state of linkage.
23 February:Building Effective Partnerships for DevelopmentA 3-Day Training Course by The Partnering Initiative, in association with Business Fights Poverty - OxfordRead More
The Partnering Initiative’s 3 day training programme, Building Effective Partnerships for Development, focuses on skills, understanding and knowledge for effective cross-sector partnering, optionally leading to a Certificate in Partnering Practice. The course balances core knowledge with highly interactive, experiential learning through role play, ‘serious games’ and peer-to-peer exchange.
24 February:Introduction to Behavioral Design in Inclusive FinanceA webinar hosted by SEEP - OnlineRead More
This webinar will illustrate the importance of behavioral science thinking in financial product design and begin to touch on what it means to do systemic product innovation using the behavioral approach.
25 February:How can Business and the UN Work Together Towards the Sustainable Development Goals?Online Discussion with the SDG Fund and CSR Initiative at Harvard Kennedy SchoolRead More
As people from around the world start to focus on how to implement the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)–the new ambitious vision for ending poverty and protecting our planet– they are exploring new ways of engaging and partnering with each other to achieve greater scale and systemic impact. This discussion will bring together representatives from business, the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals Fund (SDG-F), the CSR Initiative at Harvard Kennedy School and Business Fights Poverty to explore how business and the UN can work together towards the SDGs.
09 March:Capturing BoP Markets: Corporates Venturing into Inclusive BusinessesPractitioner Workshop organised by Endeva - MunichRead More
This one-day workshop explores the emerging field of corporate impact venturing, with a focus on inclusive businesses in developing countries. When corporates take an equity stake in inclusive businesses, they can gain a foothold in growing BOP markets and to tested innovations, while inclusive businesses find partners for scale up.
This interactive and action-oriented workshop brings together practitioners to share their own experiences and discuss developing trends in sessions facilitated by select experts and company representatives. The workshop is co-hosted by SEED and Business Fights Poverty.
24 March:Strengthening micro-enterprise ecosystems: Learning from businessAn expert roundtable as part of the Microenterprise Challenge - WashingtonRead More
An expert roundtable, co-hosted by Business Fights Poverty, CARE International UK, IDB, OMIN and SABMIller to inform the development of a “how to” framework by learning from the practical experience of leading businesses who are at the vanguard of designing, implementing and measuring programmes aimed at supporting micro-enterprises.
01 April:Private Investment, Public Money: Evaluating Development ImpactWorkshop organised by ODI - LondonRead More
Leveraging private investment to achieve the SDGs has become a mantra for aid agencies around the world. With increased spending comes increased scrutiny and – potentially – political exposure. This event brings together those who invest public money, those who receive investments, and those whose job it is to ensure that public money is being well spent, to debate pragmatic approaches to impact evaluation in this context. Would you like to speak on one of the panels? We are looking for executives from companies or projects that have received major investments from development finance institutions, or private equity funds acting on their behalf. Please contact p.carter@odi.org.uk.
01 April:Strengthening micro-enterprise ecosystems: Learning from businessAn expert roundtable as part of the Microenterprise Challenge - LondonRead More
An expert roundtable, co-hosted by Business Fights Poverty, CARE International UK and SABMIller to inform the development of a “how to” framework by learning from the practical experience of leading businesses who are at the vanguard of designing, implementing and measuring programmes aimed at supporting micro-enterprises.
25 April:Responsible Business Forum on Food and AgricultureForum organised by Global Initiatives - JakartaRead More
The 3rd Responsible Business Forum on Food & Agriculture (25-26 April in Jakarta) will bring together more than 350 global leaders from business, government, media and NGOs to discuss how greater collaboration between ASEAN countries can create more equitable growth for farmers and all stakeholders in the regions food, beverage and agriculture sector. Delegates will produce recommendations for increasing productivity across six key commodities in the ASEAN region’ with a focus on improving the livelihoods of smallholder farmers while reducing environmental impacts.
09 May:Building Effective Partnerships for DevelopmentA 3-Day Training Course by The Partnering Initiative, in association with Business Fights Poverty - OxfordRead More
The Partnering Initiative’s 3 day training programme, Building Effective Partnerships for Development, focuses on skills, understanding and knowledge for effective cross-sector partnering, optionally leading to a Certificate in Partnering Practice. The course balances core knowledge with highly interactive, experiential learning through role play, ‘serious games’ and peer-to-peer exchange.
10 May:Shared Value Leadership Summit 2016Shared Value Initiative's Annual Summit - New YorkRead More
There’s a growing movement of innovative leaders coming together across sectors and industries to tackle the monumental problems we face today as a society, and they’re using the power of profit to make a big impact. They’re transforming systems and changing the world—one business strategy at a time. This is shared value.
At the 2016 Shared Value Leadership Summit (10-11 May), join more than 400 leaders from companies, nonprofits, and governments to start innovating the real business solutions that our world urgently needs. Be inspired by senior-level speakers driving shared value approaches, test models with other practitioners, and network with new partners to truly make change happen.
19 May:How can business support women’s empowerment, through their value chains and beyond?Online discussion with DFID, Diageo and Care International UK - OnlineRead More
Join this online discussion with DFID, Diageo and Care International UK, Thursday 19 May at 9am BST and again at 3pm BST. The discussion is part of the Women's Economic Empowerment Challenge.
20 June:GSK and Save the Children: 3 Year Partnership UpdateLivestreamRead More
In May 2013 GSK and Save the Children announced an ambitious partnership to help save the lives of 1 million children in some of the world’s poorest countries. Join this livestream from 4 to 6pm (UK) to hear an update and reflection 3 years on.
24 June:Institutionalising Sustainability – The Way ForwardThe International CSR Summit (ICS) 2016 - SingaporeRead More
Bringing together the world’s top CSR thinkers, doers, speakers and leaders, the Summit features the most stirring conversations in CSR today in deliberating new forward thinking solutions to society issues. Themed ‘Institutionalising Sustainability – The Way Forward’, leading CSR and sustainability experts will address the current issues and practices on how to institutionalise sustainability and the impact on business profitability.
30 June:Delivering on the Promise: How do we scale up collaboration for the SDGs?Webinar hosted by The Partnering Initiative and World Vision - OnlineRead More
The Sustainable Development Goals represent a fundamental shift in approach, requiring an unprecedented level of cooperation and collaboration among civil society, business, government, NGOs, foundations and others.
The webinar (14:00 UK, 15:00 CEST, 09:00 EDT) convenes a panel of four leaders in the field and marks the launch of a new policy paper by World Vision and TPI: http://bit.ly/1XzjWYB
04 July:Oxford Business Poverty Conference 2016Business, Social Impact and Growth - OxfordRead More
The Second Annual Conference on Business and Poverty, being held on 4-5 July at Saïd Business School at the University of Oxford, will focus on business, social impact and growth. Co-hosted by Business Fights Poverty and supported by Diageo, the Conference will bring together over 300 experts and practitioners and will include an interactive mix of expert panels, delegate-led sessions and workshops. The workshops will focus on specific Challenges.
28 July:How can we unlock and scale innovation through partnerships to achieve the SDGs?Online Discussion with GSK, SCF, Vodafone, WWF-X - OnlineRead More
Examples of promising innovations exist in almost every sphere of development but relatively few end up achieving a meaningful level of impact at scale. This online discussion will explore what role innovation plays in achieving the SDGs, and some of the key drivers and barriers to innovations reaching scale. It will also look at what principles and processes cross-sector partnerships need in place to help drive innovation.
30 August:The Intrapreneur LabHosted by Business Fights Poverty, Accenture Development Partnerships & Leadership Laboratories - MumbaiRead More
The Intrapreneur Lab is a collaboration between Business Fights Poverty, Accenture Development Partnerships and Leadership Laboratories. The next Lab will take place from 30 August to 1 September in Mumbai. The Intrapreneur Lab is a 3 day + 3 month programme that helps individuals in large companies develop profitable innovations that create social impact.
08 September:How can business harness the SDGs for greater impact in smallholder agricultural value chains?Online Discussion, as part of the SDGs and Agriculture Challenge - OnlineRead More
A growing number of companies are asking how they can harness the SDGs to spur greater impact for the business and for smallholders. We have teamed up with the Sustainable Food Lab, Mars, SABMiller and DFID to develop guidance for businesses with smallholder sourcing strategies. This online discussion aims to inform this guidance.
12 September:Do Impact Investors need to compromise between financial returns and social impact?The Acumen Debates with EY and Business Fights PovertyRead More
Impact Investing, sitting at the intersection of capitalism and philanthropy, has grown explosively. As the industry surges ahead, complex questions are emerging around innovative financing models, exit strategies, social impact measurement and, of course, the balance between financial and social returns. The Acumen Debates bring together sector leaders to address these questions. Join us for this event from 5.30 to 8pm.
19 September:Business Fights Poverty NYC 2016: Business Collaborating to Deliver the SDGsBusiness Fights Poverty Conference with Citi, SABMiller, Mars and DFID - New YorkRead More
On 19 September (8am - 12.15pm), we will be hosting an inspiring and action-focused half-day event in New York on how businesses, non-profits and governments are collaborating to help deliver the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Timed to coincide with the United Nations General Assembly, the event is convened by Business Fights Poverty and supported by Citi, SABMiller, Mars and DFID.
22 September:Increasing Effectiveness of Inclusive Business as a Key Contributor to the SDGsBCTA Annual Forum 2016 - New YorkRead More
The Business Call to Action's Seventh Annual Forum will take place in conjunction with the 71th Session of the United Nations General Assembly. The Forum will showcase the potential for – and evidence of – inclusive businesses aligning their core business activities with the Sustainable Development Goals.
The morning plenary, in partnership with Business Fights Poverty will focus on inclusive distribution networks.
29 September:How can we strengthen collaboration in support of micro-enterprises in value chains?Online Discussion, Part of the Micro-Enterprise Challenge - OnlineRead More
Micro-enterprises are the lifeblood of many communities and a critical source of employment and livelihoods.
To mark the launch of the new report on Thursday 29 Sept (10am ET / 3pm UK), join this online discussion with SABMiller, CARE International UK, USAID, Practical Action, Harvard Kennedy School's Corporate Responsibility Initiative, TechnoServe and Accenture Development Partnerships.
03 October:Business and Peace: Roles in Peace-Making, Peace-Building and Peace-KeepingEvent Hosted by Indiana University - BloomingtonRead More
This workshop will deepen understanding around the role that business can place in peace-making, peace-building, and peace-keeping. The ability for business to act as a stabilizing and peace building force in the world has been changing and leading to exciting research and action. Watch the livestream from 8:30 am - 3:00 pm ET / 1:30 pm - 8pm UK time.
12 October:Why might business contribute to peace?Online Discussion, Part of the Business and Peace Challenge - OnlineRead More
This written discussion is part a new month-long Challenge with Indiana University around the question: “What role should business play in pursuit of peace?” The Challenge consists an online programme of written articles and online discussions, available on the Challenge homepage. This online written discussion will take place Wednesday 12 October from 10am ET / 3pm UK.
17 October:Progress and Future of Financial InclusionFinancial Inclusion Forum Event, as part of Financial Inclusion Week - LondonRead More
Join the Financial Inclusion Forum and the EBRD for a conversation from 4 - 7pm on 17 October in London with financial inclusion practitioners, investors and stakeholders to reflect on the progress that has been made in financial inclusion and the forces shaping the future direction of the industry. The event includes speakers from GSMA, EBRD and CDC among others. The event is in partnership with Business Fights Poverty.
19 October:What are some practical examples and lessons from business contributions to peace?Online discussion, part of the Business and Peace Challenge - onlineRead More
This written discussion is part a new month-long Challenge with Indiana University around the question: “What role should business play in pursuit of peace?” The Challenge consists an online programme of written articles and online discussions, available on the Challenge homepage. This online written discussion will take place Wednesday 19 October from 10am ET / 3pm UK.
19 October:What are some practical examples and lessons from business contributions to peace?Online Discussion, Part of the Business and Peace Challenge - OnlineRead More
This written discussion is part a new month-long Challenge with Indiana University around the question: “What role should business play in pursuit of peace?” The Challenge consists an online programme of written articles and online discussions, available on the Challenge homepage. This online written discussion will take place Wednesday 19 October from 10am ET / 3pm UK.
26 October:How might one empirically assess the contribution of business actions to peace?Online discussion, part of the Business and Peace Challenge - onlineRead More
This written discussion is part a new month-long Challenge with Indiana University around the question: “What role should business play in pursuit of peace?” The Challenge consists an online programme of written articles and online discussions, available on the Challenge homepage. This online written discussion will take place Wednesday 26 October from 10am ET / 3pm UK.
26 October:How might one empirically assess the contribution of business actions to peace?Online Discussion, Part of the Business and Peace Challenge - OnlineRead More
This written discussion is part a new month-long Challenge with Indiana University around the question: “What role should business play in pursuit of peace?” The Challenge consists an online programme of written articles and online discussions, available on the Challenge homepage. This online written discussion will take place Wednesday 26 October from 10am ET / 3pm UK.
09 November:What can business do to help young people acquire the right skills to transition into good jobs?Part of the Youth Employability Challenge - OnlineRead More
The discussion is part of the Youth Employability Challenge. The discussion will inform the development of a guide for business and those wanting to work with business that will gather together the key ingredients for a successful private sector approach to youth skills development. Panel includes BRAC, East Africa Youth Think Tank, Barclays, DFID, Citi, Pearson, CODESPA, CAP-YEI and JA Worldwide.
12 November:Building Effective Partnerships for DevelopmentA 3-Day Training Course by The Partnering Initiative, in association with Business Fights Poverty - OxfordRead More
The Partnering Initiative’s 3 day training programme, Building Effective Partnerships for Development, focuses on skills, understanding and knowledge for effective cross-sector partnering, optionally leading to a Certificate in Partnering Practice. The course balances core knowledge with highly interactive, experiential learning through role play, ‘serious games’ and peer-to-peer exchange.
16 November:How should business approach embedding the SDGs into their core business?Part of the Business and SDGs Challenge - OnlineRead More
This discussion is part of a Challenge on Youth Employability with the UK’s Department for International Development, Pearson, De Beers and Cemex. This online discussion will inform the development of a guide for business managers. It will also feed into the Fletcher School's Annual Inclusion Forum (Inclusive Inc) happening in Boston later in the day.
05 December:Beyond Savings: Towards Inclusive GrowthA seminar at the London School of Economics hosted by Hand in Hand InternationalRead More
Featuring short presentations from a series of speakers, this seminar will explore evidence-based solutions to the lack of capital and training that hinders women entrepreneurs in the developing world, including new research into the efficacy of providing business training to Savings Groups. With speakers from CARE, Hand in Hand, Credit Suisse and more.
08 December:How can we scale distribution and sales networks that create opportunities at the BoP?Part of the Inclusive Distribution Challenge - OnlineRead More
This online discussion is part of the Inclusive Distribution Challenge and coincides with the launch of a new discussion paper, which identifies three models of inclusive distribution and highlights eight emerging lessons on how to achieve scale.
22 February:A Practical Look at Inclusive BusinessesCODESPA International Conference - Madrid Read More
This Conference (22 to 23 February) focuses on “A practical look at inclusive business: What are their principal challenges and how can they be overcome?”. The intention is to continue to study in depth some of the most pressing questions that arise in the planning and implementation of inclusive businesses.
08 March:Building Effective Partnerships for DevelopmentA 3-Day Training Course by The Partnering Initiative, in association with Business Fights Poverty - Washington DCRead More
The Partnering Initiative’s 3 day training programme, Building Effective Partnerships for Development, focuses on skills, understanding and knowledge for effective cross-sector partnering, optionally leading to a Certificate in Partnering Practice. The course balances core knowledge with highly interactive, experiential learning through role play, ‘serious games’ and peer-to-peer exchange.
20 March:BOND Annual Conference 2017Europe's biggest international development conference - LondonRead More
Europe's biggest international development conference (20-21 March 2017), bringing together diverse organisations and thinkers to share ideas and discuss emerging trends in the international development and humanitarian sectors. In this time of unprecedented change, this two-day conference will challenge your thinking and stimulate debate around crucial current issues.
15 May:Building Effective Partnerships for DevelopmentA 3-Day Training Course by The Partnering Initiative, in association with Business Fights Poverty - OxfordRead More
The Partnering Initiative’s 3 day training programme, Building Effective Partnerships for Development, focuses on skills, understanding and knowledge for effective cross-sector partnering, optionally leading to a Certificate in Partnering Practice. The course balances core knowledge with highly interactive, experiential learning through role play, ‘serious games’ and peer-to-peer exchange.
23 May:WEE Global Learning ForumThe SEEP Network, in collaboration with Forum Partners, is hosting an international convening on women’s economic empowerment - BangkokRead More
The SEEP Network, in collaboration with Forum Partners, is hosting an international convening on women’s economic empowerment. The Forum will bring together leading stakeholders in the field of WEE to facilitate dialogue, build global learning connections, and promote effective policy and practice to address the needs of vulnerable women all around the world.
13 June:Are Social Entrepreneurs Letting Governments Off The Hook?Acumen Debate - LondonRead More
Impact investing, sitting at the intersection of capitalism and charity, has grown explosively. As the industry surges ahead, complex questions are emerging around innovative financing models, exit strategies, social impact measurement and, of course, the interaction between social enterprises and the public sector. Join us at this Acumen Debate with EY from 5.30 to 8.30pm to address these complexities.
04 July:Innovation in Inclusive FinanceFinancial Inclusion Forum - LondonRead More
Join us from 4-7pm for the flagship Financial Inclusion Forum and EY event focusing on the power of digital in reaching the unbanked. The event will delve into the recent trends and developments in inclusive finance through the lens of impact investors, local practitioners and FinTechs. Two interactive panels featuring industry leaders and movers and shakers will facilitate the discussion, with a networking reception to follow.
10 July:Business Fights Poverty Oxford 2017Our Annual Event at Saïd Business School - OxfordRead More
Join us for an inspiring deep-dive into the theory and practice of how business can collaborate for social impact. Hosted at Saïd Business School, Oxford University, our 2-day annual event brings together over 200 experts and practitioners from business, civil society, government and academia, and includes an interactive mix of expert panels, delegate-led sessions and action-focused workshops. The event is free to join.
11 July:A Business Response to the SDGsWebinar hosted by Business in the Community - OnlineRead More
This webinar hosted by Business in the Community and supported by Business Fights Poverty, looked at the businesses response to the UN SDGs, the latest trends on how the Global Goals are being addressed, and the economic case to engage and support the SDGs. The finalists of The Unilever Global Development Award 2017 shared their inspiring and powerful approaches.
18 September:Business Fights Poverty NYC 2017Our Annual event to coincide with the UN General Assembly - New YorkRead More
Apply now to join us for an inspiring and action-focused half-day event on how business, government and civil society are collaborating to deliver the Sustainable Development Goals. Timed to coincide with the UN General Assembly, our annual Business Fights Poverty NYC event brings together 100 senior business professionals and development partners.
28 September:Emerging World WebinarInsights into the 2017 CISL Impact Benchmark StudyRead More
This webinar, by Emerging World in association with Business Fights Poverty, takes a deep dive into the 2017 CISL Impact Benchmark Study, revealing how this data helps organisations create impactful CISL programmes that build leadership capabilities, create business impacts and have a strong social impact.
02 October:SEEP 2017 Annual Conference, Arlington VirginiaThe SEEP 2017 Annual Conference on Catalyzing Transformative ChangeRead More
The 2017 SEEP Network Annual Conference will bring together leading practitioners, funders, research organizations and private sector actors dedicated to promoting more inclusive and resilient markets and financial systems. Under the conference theme - Catalyzing Transformative Change - we will deepen our understanding and commitment to approaches that bring about large scale positive change.
13 November:Building Effective Partnerships for DevelopmentA 3-Day Training Course by The Partnering Initiative, in association with Business Fights Poverty - OxfordRead More
The Partnering Initiative’s 3 day training programme, Building Effective Partnerships for Development, focuses on skills, understanding and knowledge for effective cross-sector partnering, optionally leading to a Certificate in Partnering Practice. The course balances core knowledge with highly interactive, experiential learning through role play, ‘serious games’ and peer-to-peer exchange.
13 February:Women’s Economic Empowerment and Inclusive BusinessA Business Call to Action Webinar SeriesRead More
What can business do for women and what can women do for business. A Perspective from and for the Base of the Pyramid to Enhance Economic Opportunities for Women and Accelerate the Realization of the SDGs.
1st Webinar: Tuesday 30th Jan 2018, 4-5pm Istanbul time (GMT+3)
2nd Webinar: Tuesday 6th Feb 2018, 4-5pm Istanbul time (GMT+3)
3rd Webinar: Tuesday 13th Feb 2018, 4-5pm Istanbul time (GMT+3)
26 February:Bond Annual Conference & Exhibition 2018Europe's Biggest Intentional Development EventRead More
The biggest international development event in Europe, attracting over a thousand diverse professionals from across the international development and humanitarian sectors. As the political and funding landscape continues to increase pressure on civil society, this two-day conference will challenge your thinking and stimulate debate around crucial current issues.
10 April:Corporate Social Innovation: Unlocking the opportunity in your organisationSkoll World Forum 2018 Ecosystem EventRead More
Join our Skoll World Forum Ecosystem Event to learn how to unlock the potential of social innovation in your organisation.
This interactive and practical event will include speakers at the cutting edge of social innovation, including Barclays' Social Innovation Facility, CEMEX’s Patrimonio Hoy initiative and Pearson’s Tomorrow’s Markets Incubator.
10 April:How can we harness corporate social innovation to unlock opportunity in your organisation?Online DiscussionRead More
Join the live online discussion today on Corporate Social Innovation from 2.30 – 3.30pm UK time / 9.30 - 10.30 ET with panellists from companies at the cutting edge of social innovation, including Barclays' Social Innovation Facility and CEMEX’s Patrimonio Hoy initiative.
14 May:Building Effective Partnerships for Sustainable DevelopmentCross-sector Collaboration Intensive Training CourseRead More
TPI's 2.5 Day Intensive Training Course on Building Effective Partnerships for Sustainable Development, focuses on skills, understanding and knowledge for effective cross-sector partnering, optionally leading to a Certificate in Partnering Practice. In partnership with the Foundation Center, the Global Compact, and Business Fights Poverty.
22 May:How can joint advocacy between civil society and business help to drive the policies needed to achieve the SDGs?Online DiscussionRead More
Join us for a live online discussion on advocacy partnerships, from 3pm-4pm UK / 10am-11am ET on 22nd May, with panellists from business and civil society organisations in the vanguard of joint advocacy.
22 June:Business, Music and PeacePart of the Business, Music and Peace Challenge - OnlineRead More
Join us for an online written discussion as part of the Business, Music and Peace Challenge with Indiana University. The live segment will take place from 10 - 11am ET (3-4pm UK).
17 July:SDG Business ForumHigh-Level Political Forum, United Nations, NYCRead More
The 3rd SDG Business Forum will take place at the United Nations Headquarters in New York on 17 July 2018. The Business Forum provides a unique multi-stakeholder platform to support business action and partnerships to achieve the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)—fostering public-private dialogues, catalysing new partnerships and alliances, and exploring innovative business solutions to accelerate sustainable development
Join us for our annual flagship event at Saïd Business School, University of Oxford, with the theme Rethinking Collaboration for Social Impact. The one-day event will include inspiring keynotes and the opportunity to build focused connections across five topic zones. A welcome dinner will be held at St John's College the night before. Watch the summary video of last year's event: https://vimeo.com/227560055
20 July:Cultural Forces, Business and PeacePart of the Business, Music and Peace Challenge - OnlineRead More
Join us for an online written discussion as part of the Business, Music and Peace Challenge with Indiana University. The live segment will take place from 10 - 11am ET (3-4pm UK).
21 September:Music and Business as Instruments of PeacePart of the Business, Music and Peace Challenge - OnlineRead More
Join us for an online written discussion as part of the Business, Music and Peace Challenge with Indiana University. The live segment will take place from 10 - 11am ET (3-4pm UK).
24 September:Business Fights Poverty NYC 2018Join our annual UNGA week event - New YorkRead More
Join us for our annual UNGA week event, co-hosted with Barclays and GSK. This half-day event, from 10.30am to 2.30pm, will include an inspiring plenary session followed by in-depth working lunches to ensure focused conversations and connections. The event will focus on scaling the impact of business on the Sustainable Development Goals.
29 November:What is the role of business in education and training for sustainable development?Online DiscussionRead More
Join us for a live discussion with a panel of experts to discuss the role of business in education and training for sustainable development.
This online discussion will take place on 29 November, 4pm-5pm UK
31 January:The Future of Work: How Business Can Support an Inclusive TransitionOnline DiscussionRead More
A live written discussion exploring how businesses can help not just their own internal talent and skills development during the fourth work revolution but also the wider communities they serve and in which they operate. Taking place on Thursday 31 January 2019, 3pm-4pm- GMT (10.00am-11am EST).
21 February:From Transactional to Transformational Social Impact Partnerships, How Can We Partner More Effectively?Online DiscussionRead More
If we are to deliver on the Sustainable Development Goals, and defend progress already made, we must, all—business, civil society and government—partner more effectively and more deeply than ever - but how?
Join us for a live written discussion on Thursday 21 February 2019, 15:00- 16:00 GMT / 10:00- 11.00 EST.
28 March:What Role Can Business Play in Addressing Issues Around Gender-Based Violence?Online DiscussionRead More
Join us for a live written online discussion with a panel of experts to explore the role business can play in addressing issues around gender-based violence. This discussion will take place on Thursday 28 March, 15.00-16.00 GMT / 10.00-11.00 EST.
09 April:Skoll World Forum 2019 Ecosystem EventCross-Sector Collaboration for Sustainable Supply ChainsRead More
This Skoll World Forum 2019 Ecosystem jointly hosted by Acumen and Business Fights Poverty and sponsored by Hershey, will explore how corporations, social enterprises, and other critical intermediaries and allies can forge partnerships that make the sourcing of food and agriculture sustainable, inclusive, and a force for good.
25 April:How Can Business Partner to Drive Responsible Sourcing?Online DiscussionRead More
Join this online discussion to dive into the challenges of responsible sourcing, the impacts to business and society when done well, and not so well. In particular, hear in depth from organisations trying to tackle the problems cocoa farmers in West Africa are facing.
This discussion takes place on Thursday 25 April 15:00-16:00 BST/ 10:00-11:00 EDT
20 June:How can businesses foster an enabling environment that unlocks the potential of social intrapreneurs to drive commercial and social innovation?Online DiscussionRead More
Join us for a live written discussion with a panel of experts to discuss creating conditions for social intrapreneurs to thrive. Taking place on Thursday 20 June, 3pm-4pm UK
11 July:Business Fights Poverty Oxford 2019Our Annual Flagship Event at Saïd Business School, University of OxfordRead More
Join an invited audience of 300 professionals and practitioners working to embed purpose authentically within business. Engage with peers from leading global companies, civil society and government who are pioneering new ways to harness companies' products, services, value chains, and voice to have a positive social impact.
11 July:How Can We Save Purpose from Purpose-Wash?Online Written DiscussionRead More
Join us for a live written panel discussion exploring how can we save purpose from purpose-wash. Taking place on Thursday 11 July 3pm-4pm BST (10am-11am EDT)
05 September:Make or Buy: When Should Corporates Invest in Inclusive Business Solutions?Online Written Discussion Read More
Join us for a live written discussion with a panel of experts to explore when corporates should be investing in inclusive business solutions. This live discussion will take place on Thursday 5th September 2019, 15:00-16:00pm BST (10:00-11:00am EDT)
11 September:How can business advance gender equality across the value chain by engaging men as allies?Online Written Discussion Read More
Join us and a panel of experts for a live written discussion to explore how business can advance gender equality across the value chain by engaging men as allies. Taking place on Wednesday 11 September 2019, 16:30-17:30 GMT
23 September:Business Fights Poverty NYC 2019Rethinking Collaboration for the SDGsRead More
Join us for an inspiring and action-focused half-day event on how business, government and civil society are collaborating to deliver the SDGs. Timed to coincide with the UN General Assembly, our annual invite-only Business Fights Poverty NYC event brings together 100 senior business professionals and development partners.
25 September:How Can Corporations Develop and Tailor Management Practices to Inclusive Business?Online Written Discussion Read More
Join us for a live written discussion with a panel of experts to explore how we can tailor management practices to help foster inclusive business. Taking place on 25 September 15:00 – 16:00 BST / 10:00 – 11:00 EDT
05 November:What Management Practices Bring Inclusive Business To Scale?WebinarRead More
Join us for a live webinar discussion at 2 pm UK time to explore how we can tailor management practices to help bring inclusive business to scale. Speakers from CEMEX, Mahindra Home Finance, DBL Group and Business Call to Action will explore how innovative management practices tailored to the BoP market can provide competitive advantage and balance short-term stability with long-term viability.
07 November:How Can International Donors Help Businesses Scale their Contribution to the Sustainable Development Goals?Online Written Discussion Read More
Join us for a live written discussion with a panel of experts to explore how can international donors help businesses scale their contribution to the Sustainable Development Goals? Taking place on Thursday 7th November 2019 15:00 – 16:00 GMT / 10:00 – 11:00 EST
19 November:How Can Corporates Use Technology to Make a Deeper and More Responsible Contribution to Inclusive Business?Online Written Discussion Read More
Join us for a live written discussion with a panel of experts to discuss how corporates can use technology to make a deeper and more responsible contribution to inclusive business. Live panel taking place on Tuesday 19 November, 10-11am New York (3pm-4pm London)
27 November:UN Forum BHR2019 Side-EventWBCSD Member RoundtableRead More
This lunch meeting in cooperation with Nestlé and Business Fights Poverty will convene WBCSD members to share experiences on the use of technology to address human rights and modern slavery in global supply chains. Taking place on November 27, 2019
27 February:How Can We Measure, Manage and Get the Most From Our Social Impact?Online Written Discussion Read More
Join us for a live written discussion with a panel of experts to discuss how businesses can measure, manage and get the most from their social impact. The Live Panel takes place on Thursday, 27 February, 10-11am EST (3pm-4pm GMT).
19 March:What is the Role of Business in Tackling the Coronavirus?Online Written Discussion Read More
Join us for a live written discussion with a panel of experts to discuss the role of business in tackling the coronavirus? The live panel takes place place on Thursday, 19 March, 11am-12pm EDT (3pm-4pm GMT).
26 March:Business and COVID-19: Business Fights Poverty Briefing with McKinsey and UNDPWebinarRead More
This live webinar with McKinsey, UNDP and the Connecting Business Initiative will deep-dive into the impacts, and what action businesses can take, particularly to support those who are most vulnerable in their value chains and in the communities in which they operate. Taking place on Thursday 26 March 11am-12.30pm EST (3pm-4.30pm GMT)
06 April:How can business respond to an increase in gender based violence during the COVID-19 outbreak?Online Written Discussion Read More
Join us for an online written discussion with a panel of experts to explore how business can respond to an increase in gender based violence during the C-19 outbreak. The live panel takes place on Monday 6 April, 10am-11am EDT (3pm-4pm BST/ 5pm-6pm EAT) [ADD TO CALENDAR]
09 April:How Can Businesses Support their NGO Partners Through the Impact of COVID-19?Online Written Discussion Read More
Join us for a live written discussion with a panel of experts to deepen understanding of the role of business in supporting its NGO partners through the impact of COVID-19. The live panel takes place on Thursday, 9 April, 9.00 am EDT / 2.00 pm BST [ADD TO CALENDAR]
09 April:Business and COVID-19: Local Action - Insights from KenyaWebinarRead More
This live webinar will deep-dive into the action taking place on the ground in Kenya, including through the National Business Compact on COVID-19, and draw out lessons for other countries. Thursday, 9 April, 11.30 EDT / 4.30 BST / 6.30 EAT [ADD TO CALENDAR]
22 April:How Can Partnerships Create Rapid Innovation During COVID-19 Crisis?Online Written Discussion Read More
Join us for a live written discussion with a panel of experts to deepen understanding of the role of partnering in delivering rapid innovation during the COVID-19 global crisis.. The live panel takes place on Wednesday, 22 April, 9.00 am EDT / 2.00 pm BST [ADD TO CALENDAR]
30 April:How can business help in the building of national coalitions and collaborations to fight COVID-19?Online Written Discussion Read More
Join us for a live written discussion with a panel of experts to examine how business can help build national coalitions and collaborations to fight COVID-19. The live panel takes place on Thursday 30th April 3pm BST / 10am EDT / 5pm EAT [ADD TO CALENDAR]
07 May:Business and COVID-19: From Immediate Response to Building Back BetterWebinarRead More
A webinar drawing together the experts behind our Response Framework and Action Toolkits designed to guide companies' immediate response to COVID-19 and efforts to rebuild, with a focus on protecting the most vulnerable. Taking Place on 7 May 2.30pm BST
14 May:How Can Business Build Purposeful Collaborations to Support the Resilience and Recovery of those Most Vulnerable to COVID-19?Online Written Discussion Read More
Join us for an online discussion to explore how can business build purposeful collaborations to support the resilience and recovery of those most vulnerable to COVID-19. Thursday 14th May 3pm BST / 10am EDT [ADD TO CALENDAR]
04 June:How to Ensure MSMEs Thrive Post COVID-19?Online Written Discussion Read More
Join us for an online written discussion with a panel of experts to explore how we can ensure MSMEs thrive post COVID-19. The live panel takes place on Thursday 4th June, 3.00pm – 4.00pm GMT / 10am-11am EDT [ADD TO CALENDAR]
10 June:How Can We Accelerate Parternships to Rebuild Better?WebinarRead More
From big ideas to execution, learn how you can be radical and change the world. COVID-19 has demonstrated the capacity of rapid action and innovation through unprecedented partnerships to tackle emergency needs. As we move into a phase of rebuilding better, what can we learn from these new partnerships? How can new best practice of collaboration be established for systems change?
18 June:How Can Companies and Investors Collaborate to Embed Purpose Authentically into Business?Online Written Discussion Read More
Join us and a panel of experts to explore how companies and investors can collaborate to embed purpose authentically into business. The live panel take pace on 18th June 2020, 11:00am-12:00 BST [ADD to CALENDAR]
30 June:Finding Innovative Ideas and Tangible Solutions for Financing Young EntrepreneursWebinarRead More
Standard Chartered’s Futuremakers Forum is a series of events that bring stakeholders together to build partnerships and create opportunities focused on young people.
In this session, we developed a mutual understanding of the financing needs and challenges of young micro and small business entrepreneurs and potential financiers.
08 July:Scalability, Sustainability and Participation in Value ChainsWebinarRead More
Standard Chartered’s Futuremakers Forum is a series of events that bring stakeholders together to build partnerships and create opportunities focused on young people.
In this session, we considered how large businesses, both domestic and multinational, can use their supply chain to make a dramatic difference to the success and impact of SMEs led by young people.
10 July:Developing skills and quality jobs for young peopleWebinarRead More
Standard Chartered’s Futuremakers Forum is a series of events that bring stakeholders together to build partnerships and create opportunities focused on young people. In this session, we focused on gaining a deep understanding of the skills needed for jobs of the future and what concrete actions particularly from business are needed to support youth skills development. The session took place on 15th July to mark World Youth Skills Day.
13 July:How can we embed purpose into business, as we rebuild better?Business Fights Poverty Global Summit 2020: Rebuild Better Read More
Efforts to rebuild better must be led by governments, but business, along with civil society has a critical role to play. Embedding purpose into business can be a powerful force for change, but how do we ensure this is authentic? Access the webinar videos, slides, transcripts and summaries from Business Fights Poverty Online 2020
14 July:How can we help workers, SMEs and farmers thrive?Business Fights Poverty Global Summit 2020: Rebuild Better Read More
The coronavirus pandemic has exposed and exacerbated existing fragilities in value chains. How can we create opportunity and build resilience, especially for the most vulnerable workers, small enterprises and farmers? Access the webinar videos, slides, transcripts and summaries from Business Fights Poverty Online 2020
15 July:How can we build the skills needed for the future?Business Fights Poverty Global Summit 2020: Rebuild Better Read More
COVID-19 and the required lockdowns have put at risk the jobs of hundreds of millions of people. This is on top of disruptive trends like automation. How can we ensure people, especially the young, have the skills they need? Access the webinar videos, slides, transcripts and summaries from Business Fights Poverty Online 2020
16 July:How do we achieve gender and racial equity?Business Fights Poverty Global Summit 2020: Rebuild Better Read More
The pandemic has had a disproportionate impact by gender, race and income level. The murder of George Floyd has highlighted the urgent need for action against racism. How can business help drive equity? Access the webinar video and summaries from Business Fights Poverty Online 2020
17 July:How do we work together to drive system-level change?Business Fights Poverty Global Summit 2020: Rebuild Better Read More
It has been clear over recent months that we are deeply interconnected, and that faced with a global challenge we have the capacity to collaborate. How can we harness this to tackle climate change and inequality? Access the resources for the webinars that covered this question at Business Fights Poverty Online 2020
21 September:Imagining The Future We WantBusiness Fights Poverty Goals Summit, held to coincide with UNGA 2020Read More
Watch the highlights and access the resources from Day 1 of our Global Goals Rebuild Better Summit - Building an Equitable and Resilient Future. This one-week online conference took place from 21 to 25 September, timed to coincide with UNGA 2020 held in New York City.
22 September:Creating An Equitable WorldBusiness Fights Poverty Goals Summit, held to coincide with UNGA 2020Read More
Watch the highlights and access the resources from Day 2 of our Global Goals Rebuild Better Summit - Building an Equitable and Resilient Future. This one-week online conference took place from 21 to 25 September, timed to coincide with UNGA 2020 held in New York City.
23 September:Helping People Survive And ThriveBusiness Fights Poverty Goals Summit, held to coincide with UNGA 2020Read More
Watch the highlights and access the resources from Day 3 of our Global Goals Rebuild Better Summit - Building an Equitable and Resilient Future. This one-week online conference took place from 21 to 25 September, timed to coincide with UNGA 2020 held in New York City.
24 September:Building Resilient LivelihoodsBusiness Fights Poverty Goals Summit, held to coincide with UNGA 2020Read More
Watch the highlights and access the resources from Day 4 of our Global Goals Rebuild Better Summit - Building an Equitable and Resilient Future. This one-week online conference took place from 21 to 25 September, timed to coincide with UNGA 2020 held in New York City.
25 September:Shaping System-Level PartnershipsBusiness Fights Poverty Goals Summit, held to coincide with UNGA 2020Read More
Watch the highlights and access the resources from Day 5 of our Global Goals Rebuild Better Summit - Building an Equitable and Resilient Future. This one-week online conference took place from 21 to 25 September, timed to coincide with UNGA 2020 held in New York City.
15 October:Business Fights Poverty Rebuild Better Summit: Health 2020Virtual Summit on Health: One-Day Online Conference Read More
We had a day of inspiring and engaging content, live events, and peer networking to explore how we can #RebuildBetter and ensure health access for all. The event was held in partnership with Brands on a Mission.
03 December:Business Fights Poverty Rebuild Better Summit: Gender 2020Virtual Summit on Gender: One-Day Online Conference Read More
We had a day of inspiring and engaging content, live events, and peer networking to explore how we can #RebuildBetter and drive gender equity. In partnership with CDC, The 2X Challenge, UN Women and CARE International.
21 January:Business Fights Poverty Rebuild Better: Where Now? 2021Virtual Summit on key trends, challenges and opportunitiesRead More
A new year brings with it excitement and hope for what can be achieved in the coming 12 months, but as the world still grapples with COVID-19, many of us are left asking: ‘where now?’. Watch the highlights and access the resources from the latest event in our Rebuild Better Series. The Summit was held in partnership with Forum for the Future, Amref Health Africa and Business Partners to CONVINCE.
Access the resources from the Business Fights Poverty Virtual Summit on Gender, in partnership with UN Women and CARE International UK, 9-11 March. How can we challenge ourselves to unleash the power of women’s enterprises? Access the resources.
10 March:Business Fights Poverty Rebuild Better Summit: Gender 2021Tackling Gender Based ViolenceRead More
Access the resources from the Business Fights Poverty Virtual Summit on Gender, in partnership with UN Women and CARE International UK, 9-11 March. How can we tackle GBV in the workplace and supply chain?
Access the resources from the Business Fights Poverty Virtual Summit on Gender, in partnership with UN Women and CARE International UK, 9-11 March. How can we empower Women in agricultural value chains?
26 May:Business Fights Poverty Rebuild Better Summit: PartnershipsVirtual Summit on PartnershipsRead More
Access the resources from our Rebuild Better Summit on Partnerships, 26 May 2021. We distil the lessons and insights of corporate and other partners who have been involved in the Business Partnerships for the Global Goals (BP4GG) an FCDO programme to support the advancement of responsible and inclusive business partnerships to help deliver the Global Goals.
21 June:Business Fights Poverty Global Summit 2021DAY ONE - LeadershipRead More
Access resources for Day 1 of the Business Fights Poverty Global Summit: Integrating and embedding social and climate innovation across business. 21 June 2021, 1pm -4.30pm BST / 8am-11.30am EDT
22 June:Business Fights Poverty Global Summit 2021DAY TWO - GenderRead More
Access resources for Day 2 of the Business Fights Poverty Global Summit: Harnessing technology to support women entrepreneurs; Addressing gender-based violence. 22 June 2021, 1pm -4.30pm BST / 8am-11.30am EDT
23 June:Business Fights Poverty Global Summit 2021DAY THREE - LivelihoodsRead More
Access resources for Day 3 of the Business Fights Poverty Global Summit: Supporting farmer livelihoods; Ensuring a living wage. 23 June 2021, 1pm -4.30pm BST / 8am-11.30am EDT
24 June:Business Fights Poverty Global Summit 2021DAY FOUR - ClimateRead More
Access resources for Day 4 of the Business Fights Poverty Global Summit: Taking a people-centred approach to climate action; applying a climate justice lens. 24 June 2021, 1pm -4.30pm BST / 8am-11.30am EDT
25 June:Business Fights Poverty Global Summit 2021DAY FIVE - PartnershipsRead More
Access Resources for Day 5 of the Business Fights Poverty Global Summit: Moving towards system level, cross-sector collaboration; Models for rapid collaboration. 25 June 2021, 1pm -4.30pm BST / 8am-11.30am EDT
13 July:Futuremakers Forum 2021This 3 Day Event took place from 13-15 July 2021Read More
The Futuremakers Forum brings stakeholders together to build partnerships and create opportunities focused on young people. Hosted in partnership with Business Fights Poverty, this three-day online event forms part of Futuremakers by Standard Chartered, a global initiative to tackle inequality by championing greater economic inclusion for young people.
20 September:Business Fights Poverty Global Goals 2021DAY ONE - LeadershipRead More
Access resources for Day 1 of the Business Fights Poverty Global Goals Summit: LEADERSHIP, Business innovation to deliver the SDGS. 20 September 2021, 1pm -4.30pm BST / 8am-11.30am EDT
21 September:Business Fights Poverty Global Goals Summit 2021DAY TWO - EQUITYRead More
Access resources for Day 2 of the Business Fights Poverty Global Goals Summit: EQUITY, Delivering for women and young people. 21 September 2021, 1pm -4.30pm BST / 8am-11.30am EDT
22 September:Business Fights Poverty Global Goals Summit 2021DAY THREE - OPPORTUNITYRead More
Access resources for Day 3 of the Business Fights Poverty Global Goals Summit: OPPORTUNITY, Supporting incomes and livelihoods. 22 September 2021, 1pm -4.30pm BST / 8am-11.30am EDT
23 September:Business Fights Poverty Global Goals Summit 2021DAY FOUR - CLIMATERead More
Access for Day 4 of the Business Fights Poverty Global Goals Summit: CLIMATE, Putting people at the centre of climate action. 22 September 2021, 1pm -4.30pm BST / 8am-11.30am EDT
24 September:Business Fights Poverty Global Goals Summit 2021DAY FIVE - PARTNERSHIPSRead More
Access resources for Day 5 of the Business Fights Poverty Global Goals Summit: PARTNERSHIP, Collaborating for system-level change. 21 September 2021, 1pm -4.30pm BST / 8am-11.30am EDT
03 November:Business Fights Poverty Rebuild Better Summit: Climate Justice 2021How business can ensure people are at the centre of climate actionRead More
Access resources on how business can ensure people are at the centre of climate action, from the Business Fights Poverty Climate Justice Summit, which took place 3-5 November 2021 during COP26. November 3rd was about building the resilience of vulnerable people to the impacts of climate change
04 November:Business Fights Poverty Rebuild Better Summit: Climate Justice 2021How business can ensure people are at the centre of climate actionRead More
Access resources on how business can ensure people are at the centre of climate action, from the Business Fights Poverty Climate Justice Summit, which took place 3-5 November 2021 during COP26. November 4th was about understanding and addressing the equity dimensions of climate change impacts and policies.
05 November:Business Fights Poverty Rebuild Better Summit: Climate Justice 2021How business can ensure people are at the centre of climate actionRead More
Access resources on how business can ensure people are at the centre of climate action, from the Business Fights Poverty Climate Justice Summit, which took place 3-5 November 2021 during COP26. November 5th was about ensuring vulnerable people have the opportunities to benefit from the transition to a green economy.
17 January:Together for 2022Interactive WorkshopRead More
A co-created workshop, bringing together thoughtful practitioners and practical scholars from across the Business Fights Poverty community. Together we charted the year ahead, discussed shared priorities and identified areas for collaborative action. Access the workshop summaries.
08 March:Gender Summit 2022Virtual Event on GenderRead More
On March 8th, sessions included how gender equity can drive resilience for women and for business; what we can learn from women leaders in the fight for climate justice and how we can drive gender equity through responsible sourcing, the latter session was co-hosted with the UN Foundation.
09 March:Gender Summit 2022Virtual Event on GenderRead More
On March 9th we first discussed how business can prevent and tackle GBV in their workplaces and supply chains in a session co-hosted with Avon. Our second session co-hosted with the International Development Research Centre (IDRC) looked at how business can help strengthen the care economy.
07 April:Putting People at the Centre of Climate ActionOnline Discussion Read More
This live written panel discussion explored how we put people at the centre of climate action. It took place on Thursday 7 April, 10am-11am EST/ 3pm-4pm BST. This event was part of an online discussion series from April-May 2022 to inform business action at COP 27, Egypt, Nov 7-18
21 April:The Just Transition from carbon to resilience: investing in education and skillsOnline Discussion Read More
This live written panel discussion to explored Just Transition from carbon to resilience: investing in education and skills. It took place on Thursday 21 April, 10am-11am EST/ 3pm-4pm BST. This event is part of an online discussion series from April-May 2022 to inform business action at COP 27, Egypt, Nov 7-18
05 May:Diversity and Inclusion and Climate Change: spreading the benefits and burdens fairlyOnline Discussion Read More
This live written panel discussion explored Diversity and Inclusion and Climate Change: spreading the benefits and burdens fairly. It took place on Thursday 5 May, 10am-11am EST/ 3pm-4pm BST. This event formed part of an online discussion series from April-May 2022 to inform business action at COP 27, Egypt, Nov 7-18
12 May:How can a company’s climate change commitments be better informed by those most impacted?Online Discussion Read More
This live written panel discussion explored how can a company’s climate change commitments be better informed by those most impacted? It took place on Thursday 12 May, 10am-11am EST/ 3pm-4pm BST. This event was part of an online discussion series from April-May 2022 to inform business action at COP 27, Egypt, Nov 7-18
13 June:Business Fights Poverty Global Summit 2022Hybrid EventRead More
Hybrid Summit (London), 13-15 June 2022. Three days of highly interactive sessions that brought together voices and insights from across the globe, from business, NGOs, academia and government - to share the latest thinking on challenges we face, and the collaborative solutions that are needed.
06 July:Futuremakers Forum 2022Virtual Event on Financial Inclusion for YouthRead More
Virtual Summit, 6-7 July 2022. Through thought-leading research, employee volunteering and a two-day global Futuremakers Forum, we deepened our understanding of how to unleash the full potential of women and small businesses in core markets to improve the lives of millions of people and their communities.
20 September:Global Goals Summit 2022Hybrid EventRead More
Access resources for the Business Fights Poverty Global Goals Summit from 20 to 21 September. Broadcasting live from New York, our annual Virtual Summit brought together people from right around the world, with the passion and expertise needed to unlock new action in support of the SDGs.
09 November:Climate Justice Summit 2022Hybrid EventRead More
Access resources for the hybrid Summit from 9-10 November, 2022 which took place online and in person (Sharm El-Sheikh, Cario and London). Climate change is affecting us all, but the most severe impacts are being felt by the most vulnerable people, who contribute least to the causes of the problem. How can business ensure people are at the centre of climate action?
This interactive online event brought people together from around the world to share insights on key trends, challenges and opportunities for the year ahead.
25 January:How Can We Advance Vaccination Equity in Europe?Online written discussionRead More
This live written panel discussion to explored how we can advance vaccination equity in Europe, and address disparities in coverage amongst people affected by income poverty, severe material deprivation or social exclusion. It will take place on Wednesday 25 January, 10am-11am EDT/ 3pm-4pm GMT.
08 March:Business Fights Poverty Gender Summit 2023Hybrid SummitRead More
Hybrid Summit (Kenya, London, Online). To coincide with International Women’s Day (IWD) 2023, focused on the IWD theme #EmbraceEquity and on how we as a community focus on harnessing business for social impact, step up and ensure gender equity is at the core of an equitable and resilient future.
09 March:Business Fights Poverty Gender Summit 2023Hybrid SummitRead More
Hybrid Summit (Kenya, London, Online). To coincide with International Women’s Day (IWD) 2023, focused on the IWD theme #EmbraceEquity and on how we as a community focus on harnessing business for social impact, step up and ensure gender equity is at the core of an equitable and resilient future.
16 March:What are the connections between health equity and climate change, and how can businesses play a role?Online written discussionRead More
Join us for this live written discussion with a panel of experts to explore the connections between health equity and climate change, and how can businesses play a role. Thursday 16 March, 11 to 12pm EST / 3pm to 4 pm GMT
13 April:How can businesses encourage and support social innovation in their businesses?Online written discussionRead More
Join us for this live written discussion with a panel of experts to explore how businesses encourage and support social innovation in their businesses, and the benefits of doing so. Thursday 13 April, 10am to 11am EST / 3pm to 4 pm GMT
11 May:Why is there a pushback in some countries against ESG, and how should businesses respond?Online written discussionRead More
Join us for this live written discussion with a panel of experts to explore why there is pushback in some countries against ESG, and how businesses should respond. Thursday 11th May, 10am to 11am EST / 3pm to 4 pm GMT
08 June:How can businesses best support youth employability in light of the trends we are seeing around the future of work?Online written discussionRead More
Join us for this live written discussion with a panel of experts to explore how businesses can best support youth employability in light of the trends we are seeing around the future of work. Thursday 8th June, 10am to 11am EST / 3pm to 4 pm GMT
21 June:Business Fights Poverty Global Summit 2023Hybrid SummitRead More
Hybrid Summit (New York, London, Online). We invite you to join us for highly interactive sessions that bring together voices and insights from across the globe, from business, NGOs, academia and government - to share the latest thinking on challenges we face, and the collaborative solutions that are needed.
22 June:Business Fights Poverty Global Summit 2023Hybrid SummitRead More
Hybrid Summit (New York, London, Online). We invite you to join us for highly interactive sessions that bring together voices and insights from across the globe, from business, NGOs, academia and government - to share the latest thinking on challenges we face, and the collaborative solutions that are needed.
20 July:Midpoint of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development: What role can businesses play in accelerating progress on the SDGs?Online written discussionRead More
Join us for this live written discussion with a panel of experts to explore the role businesses can play in accelerating progress on the SDGs, as we reach the midpoint of the 2030 agenda. Thursday 20 July, 10am to 11am EST / 3pm to 4 pm GMT
14 September:What is the business case for paying living wages, and how can businesses implement living wages across their value chains?Online written discussionRead More
Join us for this live written discussion with a panel of experts to explore the business case for paying living wages, and how can businesses can implement living wages across their value chains. Thursday 14th September, 10am to 11am EST / 3pm to 4 pm GMT
19 September:Business Fights Poverty Global Goals Summit 2023Hybrid SummitRead More
Hybrid Summit (New York, London, Online). A week of highly interactive events timed to coincide with the UN General Assembly (UNGA). Hear how businesses are driving social and environmental innovation internally. Access the latest practical insights and tactics from real-world examples of businesses tackling the SDGs. Tap into current thinking and best-practice lessons on priorities for collaborative action.
20 September:Business Fights Poverty Global Goals Summit 2023Hybrid SummitRead More
Hybrid Summit (New York, London, Online). A week of highly interactive events timed to coincide with the UN General Assembly (UNGA). Hear how businesses are driving social and environmental innovation internally. Access the latest practical insights and tactics from real-world examples of businesses tackling the SDGs. Tap into current thinking and best-practice lessons on priorities for collaborative action.
19 October:What role can businesses play in addressing the social and equity dimensions of climate change?Online written discussionRead More
Join us for this live written discussion with a panel of experts to explore what role businesses can play in addressing the social and equity dimensions of climate change. Thursday 19th October, 10am to 11am EST / 3pm to 4 pm GMT
23 November:How can business most effectively address gender-based violence in the workplace, their value chains and the communities in which they operate?Online written discussionRead More
Join us for this live written discussion with a panel of experts to explore how business can most effectively address gender-based violence in the workplace, their value chains and communities. Thursday 23 November, 10am to 11am EST / 3pm to 4 pm GMT
05 December:Business Fights Poverty Climate Justice 2023Hybrid SummitRead More
Hybrid Summit (Dubai, London, Online). Climate change is affecting us all, but the most severe impacts are being felt by the most vulnerable people, who contribute least to the causes of the problem. How can business ensure people are at the centre of climate action?
06 December:Business Fights Poverty Climate Justice 2023Hybrid SummitRead More
Hybrid Summit (Dubai, London, Online). Climate change is affecting us all, but the most severe impacts are being felt by the most vulnerable people, who contribute least to the causes of the problem. How can business ensure people are at the centre of climate action?
Business Fights Poverty hosted an online written discussion that brought together 12 leading experts and practitioners from across Europe to share and explore what they believe the barriers and opportunities are to advancing vaccination equity. Vaccinations throughout a person’s life have proved to be one of the most important public health tools in history - saving lives and simultaneously bringing significant social and economic benefits. This Insights Summary highlights the key points of the conversation.
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Business Fights Poverty NYC 2016: Summary Report
On 19 September, 2016, Business Fights Poverty convened 130 representatives from business, government and civil society to discuss how business can collaborate more effectively to deliver the Sustainable Development Goals. This Summary Report outlines the key points of the discussion.
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Futuremakers Research 2022
On behalf of Futuremakers by Standard Chartered, Business Fights Poverty in partnership with Murray Edwards College, University of Cambridge, conducted a survey of over 1,200 young people about financial inclusion. The survey responses and stakeholder interviews point to three main issues: i. Young people need to be put at the heart of designing products and services that are fit for them; ii. Young people require financial information and infrastructures to make informed financial decisions; iii. A relationship of trust needs to be built as part of the provision of financial services and products.
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Together for 2023: Insights Summary
At our “Together for 2023” co-created interactive event, Business Fights Poverty brought together more than 180 business leaders, advocates, academics, and others to share and explore what they believe to be the key trends, challenges, and opportunities for action in the year ahead. This Insights Summary outlines the key ideas shared during the conversation.
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Business Fights Poverty Magazine
Across the world, a confluence of challenges— notably, COVID, conflict, and climate change—is driving a poverty tsunami that is already crashing into people’s lives. Inside this latest magazine, you will find articles about businesses are building breakwaters to protect the growing number of vulnerable people against the oncoming wave. Our magazines help you navigate the challenges of scaling your social impact and share some of the leading edge thinking on topics across the space. Download the latest issue and past issues by clicking on the Magazine cover.
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The BASE International Forum, 29 June - 1 July in Mexico City, will bring together leaders who are promoting and developing market-based business models that provide quality goods and services to the base of the pyramid (BOP) in Latin America and the Caribbean. The BASE International Forum is organized by the IDB’s Opportunities for the Majority. 
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