Calls on private sector to join the Business & Human Rights Accelerator 2024
Global Compact Network Indonesia has today launched the Business & Human Rights Accelerator, a six-month learning programme to equip companies with the tools and knowledge they need to establish an ongoing human rights due diligence process and ensure they are meeting their responsibility to respect human rights. Such a robust corporate human rights due diligence process shifts companies from a “risks to business” to a “risks to people” approach.
Courtesy Call to the Permanent Mission of the Republic of Indonesia to the United Nations (PTRI)
On 20 September 2023, during the UN General Assembly High-Level Week, IGCN with other Indonesian delegations paid a courtesy visit to the Permanent Mission of the Republic of Indonesia to the United Nations (PTRI). IGCN brought together Indonesian participants of the UN Global Compact Leaders Summit as well as participants of other events during the week that IGCN organized.
Fireside Chat with Indonesian CEOs on Sustainable Business, New York
IGCN brought together four CEOs/high-level executives from Indonesia (Y. W. Junardy, President Commissioner, PT Rajawali Corpora; Tony Wenas, CEO, PT Freeport Indonesia; Bani M. Mulia, CEO, PT Samudera Indonesia Tbk; and Andi P. Rahim, CEO, PT Global Advis Indonesia (INTERCOUNBIX)) to discuss with the graduate students from Indonesia at the Columbia University, New York, bringing the theme of sustainable business practices, with an emphasis on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG).
SDG Investment Forum, 21 September 2023 | The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), New York
The SDG Investment Forum was organized by the UN Global Compact CFO Coalition for the SDGs in collaboration with the Global Investors for Sustainable Development (GISD), the UN Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI), and the UN Environment Programme – Finance Initiative (UNEP FI). This event brought together high-level representatives from companies, banks, financial institutions, and international organizations, including CFOs, CIOs, and other executives.
Global Africa Business Initiative (GABI): High-Level Dinner, 21 September 2023, New York
The Global Africa Business Initiative (GABI) Forum, successfully held on 20–21 September 2023, gathered global leaders from various sectors for the commencement of “Unstoppable Africa”, a two-day event aimed to boost Africa’s global economic significance and position the continent as a prime destination for business, trade, and investment. The Forum provided a vital platform for Heads of State, CEOs, investors, policymakers, experts, and UN leaders to discuss and plan for Africa’s evolving business landscape. “Unstoppable Africa” underscores GABI’s steadfast commitment to reshaping Africa’s economic narrative.
SDG Innovation Accelerator Dinner Reception,20 September 2023 | New York
In the heart of New York City, innovators from around the world gathered at Chelsea Market. The evening was filled with excitement and inspiration. The dinner was prepared by “EatOffbeat”, a social impact food company that serves a variety of “Global Homecooking” dishes prepared by talented chefs who are former refugees and immigrants. Each bite showcased the power of culinary traditions to unite people. Throughout the night, conversations flowed, ideas were exchanged, and new connections were made. It was a night of cultural exchange and a celebration of innovation and positive change.
CEO Water Mandate UNGA Corporate Water Stewardship Half-Day Event,20 September 2023 | New York
The CEO Water Mandate organized a half-day off-site event during the UN General Aseembly week in New York to engage with their network on water stewardship. It gathered a variety of stakeholders including the Mandate’s endorser representatives, sustainability managers, water professionals, partner NGO directors and managers, and government cooperation representatives. Among others, Elim Sritaba, the Chief Sustainability Officer of the Asia Pulp and Paper (APP) Sinar Mas and the Board of Founder of IGCN was present in this session as an active endorser of the CEO Water Mandate.
Transformational Governance Event: Think Lab Meeting & Legal Leadership Network Launch Meeting
The UN Global Compact Transformational Governance team organized the UN Global Compact Transformational Governance Think Lab and Legal Leadership Network Launch Meeting, which served as a collaborative working session aimed at shaping a fresh leadership platform for professionals in the fields of law, ethics, and risk management. The session was attended by IGCN’s President, Y. W. Junardy, along with participants from Baker McKenzie, Cemex, Enel, SAP, The B Team, and Oxford University.
UN Global Compact Leaders Summit, 19 September 2023 | Javits Center, New York
Alongside the SDG Summit 2023 and during the UN General Assembly High-Level Week, the UN Global Compact Leaders Summit 2023 was organized on 19 September 2023 at the Javits Center, New York, which convened changemakers, business leaders, SDG stakeholders, government, and UN officials from across the globe in a series of events comprising plenary sessions, breakout discussions, activation hub, and networking sessions.
Private Sector Forum, 18 September 2023 | UN Headquarters, New York
On the first day of the UN General Assembly High-Level Week, the annual Private Sector Forum was organized by the UN Global Compact, the International Chamber of Commerce, and the UN DESA in collaboration with other supporting partners, invited heads of states, government, CEOs, and UN leaders in discussing how the private sector can collaborate to expedite the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. This year’s Forum featured the theme of “Mobilizing Business Ambition and Investments Towards the Sustainable Development Goals”. Government and business leaders in attendance made commitments to invest in actions that would drive progress towards achieving the SDGs by 2030, while also creating business growth opportunities.
