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Global Compact Local Network Launch in Bangladesh |
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26-27 January
Nessa Whelan
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The Bangladesh Enterprise Institute (BEI) and CSR Centre in partnership with the UN Global Compact Office and UNDP Bangladesh are organizing a formal launching ceremony of the Global Compact Local Network in Bangladesh. |
Anti-Corruption Working Group Meeting |
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26-27 February
Olajobi Makinwa
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The UN Global Compact is convening the fourth meeting of the Global
Compact's 10th Principle Working Group to review and finalize the work of several sub-working
groups, prepare for the third Conference of the States Parties to the United Nations Convention
Against Corruption and to discuss future projects.
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UN Global Compact Commemorates International Women's Day 2009: Advancing Women in the Global Marketplace |
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5 March
Ursula Wynhoven
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In commemoration of International Women’s Day 2009 the UN Global Compact is organizing an event
on gender equality and the empowerment of women.
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Workshop on Fighting Corruption Through Collective Action |
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16-17 March
Olajobi Makinwa
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A workshop co-organized by the World Bank Institute, the Global Compact Office and UNODC to equip business leaders and Global Compact Local Network Focal Points from Africa with practical collective action tools and strategies to counter corruption in business operations. By examining real life dilemmas and solutions the workshop will examine how companies can utilize collective action to counter corruption. |
Conference - Business Taking a Stand in the Fight Against Corruption |
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18 March
Jonas Haertle
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Organized jointly by the Global Compact Office, the Global Compact Local Network
Nigeria, UNODC and the World Bank Institute, this Conference brings together representatives
of business, government and civil society to discuss different ways business can support
anti-corruption efforts.
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Regional Meeting for Global Compact Local Network Focal Points in
Africa
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19 March
Jonas Haertle
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This meeting for Global Compact Local Network Focal Points in Africa will provide an opportunity to learn from the achievements of other Networks and to share experiences on the processes and issues relevant within the regional context. The meeting will provide opportunities to discuss regional challenges and opportunities as well as to identifying potential regional approaches and joint-activities. |
Third Working Conference of the CEO Water Mandate |
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16-18 March
Gavin Power
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The CEO Water Mandate convenes two working conferences per year to bring corporate water experts
and practitioners together with a range of key stakeholders and partners, including civil society
organizations, specialized water institutes, UN agencies, public authorities, and other interests.
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Second Alliance of Civilizations Forum |
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6-7 April
Melissa Powell
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The UN Global Compact Office will co-organize a session at the upcoming Second
Alliance of Civilizations Forum as a platform to launch a Good Practice Guide for the Private
Sector on "Doing Business in a Multicultural World".
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International Cooperation Forum on Resource and Environment |
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17-18 April
Meng Liu
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Jointly organized by the Hunan Provincial People’s Government, the Ministry of Environmental
Protection of the People's Republic of China, and several industry associations and UN entities,
including the UN Global Compact Office and the Global Compact Network China. At the end of 2007, a
pilot was launched to turn the Changsha-Zhuzhou-Xiangtan city cluster into a resource-conserving
and environmentally-friendly zone.
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B4E: The Climate Imperative, Innovation and Technology |
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22-23 April
Lila Karbassi
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Business for the Environment (B4E) 2009 will highlight the most urgent
environmental challenges facing the world today and discuss business-driven solutions for
mitigating and adapting to climate change. Representatives from business, governments,
international agencies and civil society will be present.
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Online Discussion on Human Rights Impact Assessment |
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27 April - 1 May
Désirée Abrahams
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IBLF, IFC and the UN Global Compact will host the first quarterly online
discussion on human rights impact assessments, as part of the road-testing process for the “Guide
to Human Rights Impact Assessment and Management”. Open to any company, this discussion will
address: Why should companies undertake a specific human rights impact assessment? The lead
discussant will be Christine Bader, Advisor to the UN Secretary-General's Special Representative
for Business and Human Rights.
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GCLead Webinar - Responsible Practices in the Downturn |
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12 May
Manuel Escudero
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The Research Centre for the Global Compact, in partnership with AccountAbility and the Center for Corporate Citizenship at Boston College, present GCLead, a leadership and peer-to-peer learning platform for Global Compact signatories. GCLead invites Global Compact companies that have been recognized for posting a Notable COP (since 2007) to participate in a webinar about responsible practices in the downturn. |
Managing Risks and Assuring Reputations: Combatting Forced Labour and the Exploitation of Trafficked Persons |
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15 May
Ursula Wynhoven
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Join Roger Plant, the Head of the International Labour Organization's (ILO)
Special Action Programme to Combat Forced Labour (SAPFL) to discuss the tools and recent policy
developments in combatting forced labour. The meeting will include an in-depth look at the
practical issues facing all businesses with global operations and outreach in order to better
manage risks, reputations and safeguard their supply chains.
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Donor Government Meeting |
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20 May
Ursula Wynhoven
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The Global Compact Office is funded by voluntary contributions from Governments to
a UN Trust Fund. Current Donors are: China, Colombia, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Italy,
Republic of Korea, Norway, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and the United Kingdom. The Donor Group meets
twice annually at the capital level to review progress made and ensure the effective and efficient
use of the contributions.
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World Business Summit on Climate Change |
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24-26 May
Lila Karbassi
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Six months before the UN climate conference (COP15) in Copenhagen, the World Business Summit on Climate Change will bring together business with the world's top scientists, economists, civil society, media leaders, government representatives and other leading thinkers. |
Global Forum for Business as an Agent of World Benefit |
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2-5 June
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Convened by the UN Global Compact, Case Western Reserve University, and the Academy of Management, the Forum will bring together 600 leaders in business, management education, design, and sustainability to explore ways that sustainability and design can create business value and enhance management education. |
Executive Development Program: Fighting Corruption Through Collective Action in Today's Competitive Marketplaces |
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8-11 June
Olajobi Makinwa
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A joint effort with the World Bank Institute, Transparency International, the Center for International Private Enterprise, the Global Advice Network, Grant Thornton and Siemens AG. The programme is developed to assist private sector executives and public sector leaders in fighting corruption by using methods of collective action. |
VII Annual Local Networks Forum |
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9-10 June
Soren Petersen
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The Global Compact will convene the VII Annual Local Networks Forum to provide Network participants with the opportunity to share experiences in their efforts to advance the Global Compact at the local level. |
Human Rights Working Group Meeting |
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9-10 June
Ursula Wynhoven
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The Human Rights Working Group provides strategic input on areas such as coherence among business-human rights groups, new forms of learning, dialogue activities, and the sectoral dimension of human rights. |
Labour Working Group Meeting |
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8 June
Ursula Wynhoven
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The Labour Working Group was established to raise the profile, relevance of and respect for the four labour principles and to help ensure a consistent approach to the application and understanding of the principles. |
Fifth Communication on Progress Workshop for Practitioners |
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10 June
Oliver Johner
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The workshop will focus on recent COP guidance material developed by the Global Compact Office and partner organizations. Participants will have the opportunity to get issue-specific guidance – on human rights and anti-corruption, among other issues – and learn from peers on their reporting experiences. |
World Day against Child Labour 2009
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12 June
Contact
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The World Day Against Child Labour will be celebrated on 12 June 2009. This year’s World Day marks the tenth anniversary of the adoption of the landmark ILO Convention that addresses the need for action to tackle the worst forms of child labour (Convention 182). This World Day will focus on exploitation of girls in child labour. |
GC Lead Webinar - Responsible Restructuring and Preparing for Future Recovery |
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16 June
Manuel Escudero
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The Research Centre for the Global Compact, in partnership with AccountAbility and the Center for Corporate Citizenship at Boston College, present GCLead, a leadership and peer-to-peer learning platform for Global Compact signatories. GCLead invites Global Compact companies that have been recognized for posting a Notable COP (since 2007) to participate in a webinar about responsible restructuring. |
Online Discussion on Human Rights Impact Assessments |
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6-10 July
Désirée Abrahams
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IBLF, IFC and the UN Global Compact are hosting an online discussion on human rights impact assessments. The online discussion is part of a wider road-testing process of the Guide to Human Rights Impact Assessment and Management. Open to any company, the topic for discussion will be: The costs and benefits of doing a human rights impact assessment. All participants are encouraged to post comments and questions throughout the week of Monday 6 July to Friday 10 July. Please contact Désirée Abrahams to participate in the discussion. |
PRI in Person Annual Event |
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16-17 July
Jerome Tagger
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The third PRI in Person Annual Event will be a forum to meet with other signatories
and discuss a wide range of PRI implementation strategies and best practices on responsible
investment. Please note that this is a signatories-only event.
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Global Compact Board Meeting
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24 July
Ursula Wynhoven
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The Global Compact Board meets twice a year to provide strategic and policy advice
for the initiative as a whole and to make recommendations to the Global Compact Office,
participants and other stakeholders.
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Fourth Working Conference of the CEO Water Mandate |
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16-18 August
Gavin Power
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The CEO Water Mandate convenes two working conferences per year to bring corporate water experts and practitioners together with a range of key stakeholders and partners, including civil society organizations, specialized water institutes, UN agencies, public authorities, and other interests. |
UN Leadership Forum on Climate Change |
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22 September
Melissa Powell
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Held as the official lunch event during the Summit on Climate Change to which all world leaders have been invited. The Forum is designed to allow the private sector to make the case to Heads of State and Government that business has a strong interest in the negotiation of a balanced and effective United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change. Private sector leaders from all regions of the world will discuss how business can be part of the solution to climate change and how to enhance public-private cooperation. By invitation only. |
Symposium: Global Economic Ethic – Consequences for Global Businesses
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6 October
Jonas Haertle
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Hosted by the UN Global Compact, the Swiss Mission to the United Nations, the
Global Ethic Foundation, and the Novartis Foundation for Sustainable Development, ethical practice
in global business operations is explored. The event provides a platform to launch the manifesto “
Global Economic Ethic – Consequences for Global Businesses.”
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Human Rights Working Group Meeting (Part 1)
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7 October
Ursula Wynhoven
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The Human Rights Working Group provides strategic input to the UN Global
Compact on areas such as business and human rights tools, good practices in implementing
business and human rights, enhancing coherence among business-human rights groups and initiatives,
new forms of learning, dialogue activities, and the sectoral dimension of human
rights.
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Implementing Labour Principles in Global Supply Chains:
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12-14 October
Maria Vasquez
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An ILO program designed for social auditors and internal compliance personnel, experts, representatives of social partners, NGOs and multi-stakeholder organizations involved in assessing compliance. The course focuses on how to better assess efforts of companies in realizing fundamental principles and rights at work. The course also makes use of the ILO’s international system in interpreting and assessing compliance with labour principles in global supply chains. |
Human Rights Working Group Meeting (Part 2)
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19 October
Ursula Wynhoven
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The Human Rights Working Group provides strategic input to the UN Global
Compact on areas such as business and human rights tools, good practices in implementing
business and human rights, enhancing coherence among business-human rights groups and initiatives,
new forms of learning, dialogue activities, and the sectoral dimension of human
rights.
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GC Lead Retreat: Crisis and New Scenarios for GC Implementation
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22-23 October
Manuel Escudero
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The Research Centre for the Global Compact, in partnership with AccountAbility and the Center for Corporate Citizenship at Boston College, present GCLead, a leadership and peer-to-peer learning platform for Global Compact signatories that have been recognized for posting a Notable COP (since 2007). This first retreat will be devoted to a thorough review of the landscape for responsible corporations today. |
Financing Change, Changing Finance
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22-23 October
roundtable@unepfi.org |
UNEP FI 2009 Global Roundtable, supported by the Global Compact and PRI, will bring
business together with financiers and investors to discuss and explore green market opportunities
in a host of different sectors including energy, construction, cleantech, agri-business,
infrastructure, water and extraction. All Global Compact companies are invited to participate.
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Women's Empowerment Principles - Equality means Business
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28 October
Ursula Wynhoven
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Webinar will be conducted with the international advisory group as part of the
process to finalize the Women's Empowerment Principles. This invitation-only event will further
advance the initiative to develop the global Women’s Empowerment Principles.
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Third Online Discussion on Human Rights Impact Assessments (HRIAs)
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27-29 October
Kathrin Bauer
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IBLF, IFC and the UN Global Compact are hosting an online discussion on human
rights impact assessments. The online discussion is part of a wider road-testing process of the
Guide to Human Rights Impact Assessment and Management. Open to any company, the objective of this
dedicated discussion is to assess and discuss the risks and opportunities around HRIAs from a legal
perspective. All participants are encouraged to post comments and questions from 27 October to 29
October. Please contact Kathrin Bauer to participate in the discussion.
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Why Responsible Business Conduct Matters:
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2-3 November
Marinus W. Sikkel
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Convened by OECD and the
United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP)
in cooperation with ILO, UN Global Compact and GRI. Participants
will learn from concrete experiences how firms in OECD and Asian countries engage in corporate
responsibility and discuss how the business case can be reinforced. A special focus will be
given to climate change and financial issues.
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Human Rights Training |
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4-5 November
Madeleine Koalic
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Organized by the Global Compact Network Germany, this training for a small group of
10-15 participants will be professionally facilitated and provide the opportunity to gain in-depth
understanding of tools and instruments to be utilized in addressing human rights challenges. The
programme will also reflect specific questions and expectations of the participants. This English
language coaching is open to all company representatives from Global Compact signatories. Training
fee is € 600 per person.
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Adaptation to Climate Change Training |
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4-5 November
Ann-Ulrike Henning
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Organized by the Global Compact Network Germany, this training for a small group of
10-15 participants will be facilitated by Adelphi Consult. Companies will work with different tools
to identify the risks of current and future environmental changes, as well as develop appropriate
strategies to adapt to the challenges. This English language coaching is open to all company
representatives from Global Compact signatories. Training fee is € 600 per person.
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Business and Human Rights Roundtable
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5-6 November
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The Global Business Initiative on Human Rights with the support of the UN Global
Compact will convene company representatives from across South Asia and South-East Asia to discuss
various issues regarding business and human rights. Participants will learn about practical steps
to integrate human rights into business policies, processes and procedure by sharing experiences,
questions, challenges, and practices with fellow business leaders.
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Meeting of the Global Compact Anti-Corruption Working Group
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5-6 November
Olajobi Makinwa
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Strength in Unity: Public-Private Partnerships to Fight Corruption
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7-8 November
Olajobi Makinwa
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Third Session of the Conference of the States Parties to the UN Convention against Corruption |
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9-13 November
Olajobi Makinwa
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High-level delegations of countries that have signed and ratified the Convention will gather in Doha to adopt important decisions on: the mechanism to review the implementation of the Convention, the recovery of proceeds of corruption, and effective solutions to provide countries in need with assistance necessary to implement the Convention. |
China / Japan / Korea Global Compact Local Networks Roundtable
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12-13 November
Meng Liu
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Co-hosted by the Global Compact Korea Network, Global Compact Japan Network and
Global Compact China Network, this event will provide a forum to discuss the role and
implementation of the UN Global Compact principles in Northeast Asia as well as ways to mainstream
its values. Further the event presents an opportunity to contribute the Northeast Asian perspective
to the global CSR community, particularly in preparation of the 10th anniversary celebration of UN
Global Compact in 2010.
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Expert Group Meeting on Responsible Investment in Conflict-Affected Countries
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20 November
Melissa Powell
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Company and civil society representatives, investors and other experts from around
the world together will explore what constitutes responsible investment in difficult operating
environments. Specifically, participants will review and discuss a set of general principles on
responsible business practices in the areas of core business, strategic social investment,
engagement and advocacy. The outcomes of the meeting will be incorporated into a short guidance
document that will provide a framework for companies and investors. The final guidance document
will be presented at the Global Compact Leaders Summit on 24-25 June, 2010, in New York.
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Webinar: An Introduction to Business and Human Rights
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10 December
Lauren Gula
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This web-enabled teleconference – taking place on Human Rights Day – will provide
an overview of business and human rights with a particular focus on Global Compact Principles 1 and
2. The webinar, open to all, is the first in a series that will highlight the range of tools and
resources available to support such efforts by business. Register with
Lauren Gula in advance to receive call-in details.
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Business Side-Event at United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP15)
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12 December
Lila Karbassi
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Convened by the Copenhagen Climate Council, in cooperation with UN Global Compact,
the event will take place at the Kronborg Castle, North of Copenhagen. Bringing together prominent
leaders, the event will address questions including: success criteria for COP15, filling the
leadership void, and guiding the economy onto a sustainable path. The meeting aims
to maintain the positive momentum initiated by business and define green leadership after
2009. All Caring for Climate signatories are invited to attend the event.
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African Private Sector Forum |
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Postponed, Date to be Announced
Kola Badejo
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Co-organized by the African Union Commission and the UN Global Compact, this Forum
will convene leaders from the public and private sectors to discuss partnership projects and the
achievement of the MDGs on the African continent. This Forum will promote good governance and
mobilize the African business community to advance the UN Global Compact's ten principles.
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Engaging Philanthropy to Promote Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment |
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22 February 2010
Ursula Wynhoven
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As a part of "International Corporate Philanthropy Day" a roster of foundations
(corporate and non-corporate), private sector companies and civil society representatives that have
a particular interest in the areas of gender empowerment and women’s equality will gather.
Supported by the Global Compact the event will be hosted by ECOSOC and organized by the Department
of Economic and Social Affairs with the United Nations Office for Partnerships (UNOP) in
collaboration with the Committee Encouraging Corporate Philanthropy (CECP) and the United Nations
Fund for Women (UNIFEM).
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Marketplace on Innovative Financial Solutions for Development |
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4-5 March 2010
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Convened by the French Development Agency (AFD), together with the World Bank and
the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation and endorsed by the Global Compact the objective of this
event is to highlight and discuss innovative financial mechanisms to respond to development
challenges at the local, regional and global levels. It will be structured around a Conference,
Workshops and Marketplace activities and will address issues such as financial access for SME,
insurance products and innovating finance for CSR in developing countries.
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Celebration of International Women's Day |
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9 March 2010
Ursula Wynhoven
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Co-convened by the UN Global Compact and UNIFEM, this multi-stakeholder event will
explore the practical relevance and implementation of the revised Women's Empowerment Principles -
Equality Means Business.
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Global Compact Asia Pacific Regional Conclave 2010 |
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16-17 March 2010
Soren Petersen
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Organized by the Global Compact Network, India and in partnership with the UN
Global Compact Office the event will gather representatives from various sectors across the region.
The event will explore the role of the Global Compact in facilitating and enhancing engagement of
enterprises in the Asia –Pacific region on Responsible Business initiatives.
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Second meeting of Caring for Climate Signatories |
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7-8 April 2010
Lila Karbassi
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Convened by the UN Global Compact, the second meeting of the Caring for Climate
Signatories will take place at UN Headquarters in Geneva. The event will bring together corporate
practitioners climate experts and civil society leaders and will focus on the topic of climate
change and development. Participants will share cutting edge practices in managing risks and
opportunities related to climate change, poverty alleviation and global issues. The event will
address implications of the United Nations Climate Conference (COP15) for business as well as
prepare Caring for Climate Signatories for the Global Compact Leaders Summit on 24-25 June 2010.
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Business for the Environment (B4E) 2010 |
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22-23 April 2010
Lila Karbassi
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A leading international conference for dialogue and business-driven action on the environment. The summit will address the most urgent environmental challenges faced by the world today.
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UN Global Compact Leaders Summit 2010:
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24-25 June 2010
Jonas Haertle
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The
UN Global Compact Leaders Summit 2010: Building a New Era of Sustainability will bring
together chief executives with leaders from civil society, government and the UN to elevate the
role of responsible business and investment in bringing about the needed transformation to more
sustainable and inclusive markets.
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