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Overview
This masterclass is designed for employees across various sectors, including businesses, civil society, trade unions, industry organizations, public institutions, and foundations. It aims to equip participants with the knowledge and tools necessary to navigate the evolving landscape of ethical trade and sustainability.
Key Topics
Participants will explore critical questions such as:
Why is ethical trade more relevant than ever?
What expectations do customers, employees, investors, and legislation (CSRD/ESG/ESRS) impose?
How can organizations practically engage with due diligence, responsible purchasing practices, supplier collaboration, and the Sustainable Development Goals?
What role do the 13 principles of ethical trade play in supporting sustainability efforts?
Why is stakeholder collaboration vital in ethical trade initiatives?
Program Structure
The masterclass will cover five key methodologies, supplemented by inspiring case studies and practical exercises:
Due Diligence: Understanding how to structure efforts to respect human rights and the environment through systematic processes.
Sustainable Development Goals as a Compass: Utilizing these goals as a framework for ethical trade.
Cross-Collaboration: Insights into how collaboration among businesses, organizations, and stakeholders can lead to concrete solutions.
Supplier Collaboration: Exploring how dialogue and close cooperation with suppliers can address challenges and promote responsible practices.
Purchasing Practices: Learning how a critical review of purchasing processes can positively impact people and the environment.
This online event is free for members, and participants are encouraged to join in groups from the same organization, ideally across different departments such as sustainability, procurement, communication, and management. For more information, contact Janine Dortmundt at [email protected].
For further details, visit the event page.
