UN Global Compact’s Tweets

Mar 28

🎉 Today, we’re officially launching our campaign It’s #GoodForBusiness and inviting people worldwide to stand up for human rights, promote decent work for all, protect the environment & fight corruption. Join us in #UnitingBusiness for a better world! 👉 unitingbusiness.zone

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💬 “Corruption can weaken much-needed trust in public institutions and businesses” –

@SandaOjiambo

Our playbook helps readers apply the #CollectiveAction methodology to address #corruption challenges and mitigate potential business risks. Read it here: 🔗 unglobalcompact.org/library/5896

📢 On 20 Sept, join the SDG Investment Forum at #UnitingBusiness LIVE for a conversation on the private sector's response to the food, energy & finance crises. Hear from CFOs & sustainability experts driving investments for the #GlobalGoals. 👉 Register: bit.ly/3SHrutV

Water Stewardship

@H2O_stewards

Join us at

@siwi_water

#WWWeek for a sneak peek of the new #WaterActionHub 4.0! 🆕self assessment 🆕benchmark against peers 🆕tailored ideas to improve 📅 22 AUG - 09:30 AM PST Find out more at ceowatermandate.org/get-involved/w

#OnThisDay, we remember the passing of former Secretary-General

@KofiAnnan

, the visionary who launched and inspired the world’s largest corporate sustainability initiative. We at the UN

are dedicated to fulfilling his vision, #UnitingBusiness for a better world.

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Sanda Ojiambo

@SandaOjiambo

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Today we commemorate the 4th memorial anniversary of former UN Secretary-General @KofiAnnan, who mobilized the private sector to advance the work of the @UN and founded the UN @globalcompact. Today and every day, we honour his vision to unite business for a better world

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📈 At a time when global risks are rising, we need #CollectiveAction that places people and the 🌏 at the center. On 8️⃣ September, join our info session for the SDG Ambition Accelerator. Discover how you can set targets 🎯 aligned with the #GlobalGoals: info.unglobalcompact.org/2022-SDGA

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🌍 A Just Transition will look different across companies, sectors and regions. How can you ensure the actions taken by your business are relevant and meaningful❓ Read the latest ABLC Roundtable Perspective to learn how: unglobalcompact.org/library/6059 #UnitingBusiness

📈 The number of businesses committing to net-zero emissions is rapidly growing, but not all net-zero targets are created equal. Discover the world's first framework for corporate #NetZero target-setting in line with #climate science. 👉 info.unglobalcompact.org/net-zero-stand #UnitingBusiness

See how companies in Asia & Oceania scored using the #WEPs Tool for #GenderEquality: 🔹 Among the highest overall WEPs scores for all regions – 35% 🔸 Highest growth in users, from 5% to 13%! Read more regional highlights in our report: unglobalcompact.org/library/6048 #UnitingBusiness

Valuable resources for your #sustainability journey! Check out our digital library for topics covering: ✊ Human Rights, Labour & Social Sustainability 🌱 Environment 🌐 Global Governance 🎯 Actions for the #GlobalGoals 📈 Sustainable Finance Take a look: unglobalcompact.org/library

As described in #Goal14: Life Below Water, there’s an urgent need to protect and restore the health of the ocean 🌊, and businesses have an essential role to play! Take #OceanAction 💪 today by signing our Sustainable Ocean Principles: unglobalcompact.org/take-action/oc #UnitingBusiness

Aug 16

🤝 🌎 #UnitingBusiness LIVE will bring the voice of business to #UNGA, addressing a full spectrum of global challenges. In anticipation of this virtual event, tell us which of the #GlobalGoals matter most to you and why they are #GoodForBusiness! 👉 unitingbusiness.zone

Aug 16

In our new Academy🎓 course, you’ll learn how to: ✅ assess your organization's impact on the #ocean ✅ adopt #sustainable practices ✅ demonstrate your commitment to investors, employees & customers. Access the course at 👉 info.unglobalcompact.org/oceans #UnitingBusiness

Aug 16

❌ COVID-19 pandemic ❌ Climate emergency ❌ Extreme poverty ❌ War in #Ukraine Join leaders at #UnitingBusiness LIVE as they develop a collective course of action to address these interlinked global crises & drive ambition for the #GlobalGoals. Register: bit.ly/3SHrutV

Amina J Mohammed

@AminaJMohammed

UN Global Compact Leaders Summit 2022 – Business Action to Advance...

Women and girls' rights need to be protected in Afghanistan. Access to education, the ability to take up space in public and live with dignity are non-negotiable.

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#DYK❓ The UN

#LeadersSummit 2022 featured a high-level session on Business Action to Advance Children’s Rights, co-organized with

@UNICEF

and

@save_children

. 📺 Watch this important discussion on ways to #EndChildLabour: youtu.be/CTs6AI6N4Zc #UnitingBusiness

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The global challenges we face today - conflict, COVID-19, climate change, inequality and injustice - affect all of society, especially children. They also de...

For 2️⃣2️⃣ years, the UN

has been #UnitingBusiness for a better 🌎. To support companies on their #sustainability journey, we provide a principle-based framework, best practices, resources and networking events. Join us for #OurOnlyFuture 👉 unglobalcompact.org/participation

🎯 Targets aligned with absolute benchmarks are critical to transforming economies and societies. 📝 With our #SDG Ambition Benchmark Reference Sheets, companies can track meaningful action for the #GlobalGoals. 👉 Download now: unglobalcompact.org/library/5790 #UnitingBusiness

🗣️ Participating companies of the UN

are leading the way in implementing #sustainability in their #business operations. Now, they're invited to join the next phase of work by becoming a signatory ✍️ of the #CFO Principles. Learn more 👉 unglobalcompact.org/cfo-principles

Aug 14

With the goal to transform #Africa into a global powerhouse, the Africa Business Leaders Coalition is unifying the private sector to embrace responsible business practices and mobilize commitments for #ClimateAction 🌍💪. Learn more 👉 unglobalcompact.org/take-action/af #UnitingBusiness

#StandUp4HumanRights #UnitingBusiness

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🗣️ The #BizHumanRights Navigator can help your company understand & address #HumanRights impacts in its operations & supply chains. Access in-depth analysis & #HRDD recommendations: 👉 bhr-navigator.unglobalcompact.org

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📢 Are you a UN

participant❓ Members can now participate in the #SDG Ambitious Approach learning plan from the Academy🎓. Learn how your organization can take action for the #GlobalGoals! 👉 academy.unglobalcompact.org/learn/signin #UnitingBusiness

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See how companies in Africa scored using the #WEPs Tool for #GenderEquality: 🔹 24% provide training to build the capacity of women #entrepreneurs 🔸 37% have an organization-wide gender equality strategy Read more regional highlights: unglobalcompact.org/library/6048 #UnitingBusiness

#DYK❓ Ensuring a healthy #ocean 🌊 provides significant opportunities for business and global economic growth. 👉 Learn more and take #OceanAction today! unglobalcompact.org/take-action/oc #UnitingBusiness

🗣 Companies must demonstrate bold #leadership to create business models that are just & inclusive. Join the #SDG Ambition Accelerator, a programme to help you set ambitious corporate targets 🎯 to achieve the #GlobalGoals. Learn more 👉 unglobalcompact.org/take-action/sd #UnitingBusiness

🗓️ Join us for 3️⃣ days of #inspiration and meaningful takeaways at #UnitingBusiness LIVE. The virtual event will connect the multi-stakeholder dialogues of the Private Sector Forum, the Global Impact Forum and the #SDG Business Forum. Register today! 👉 bit.ly/3SHrutV

🗣️ The

estimates that the world will need to spend up to $5 trillion annually to achieve the #GlobalGoals by 2030. CFOs are uniquely positioned to help fill the #SDG finance gap. Complete our Academy🎓 e-learning course to learn how: bit.ly/3JSZa3u #UnitingBusiness

António Guterres

@antonioguterres

It’s not enough to listen to young people — we need to integrate them into decision-making mechanisms at all levels. This #YouthDay, let’s unite across generations to break down barriers, and work toward a more equitable, just & inclusive world for all people.

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🤝 Intergenerational solidarity is necessary to achieve the #GlobalGoals. In honor of #YouthDay, we're looking back at the

@UN

Ocean Conference Youth & Innovation Forum. Co-hosted by

@SOAlliance

, the Forum brought together young leaders to discuss the future of #ocean health 🌊.

Aug 11

🚢 Ocean-based #shipping transports an estimated 90% of the world's goods. Many businesses rely on #ocean resources across their supply chain. Learn how you can adopt sustainable #business practices in our Academy🎓 e-learning course 👉 info.unglobalcompact.org/oceans #UnitingBusiness

Aug 11

More than 5,000 professionals from companies worldwide have completed the #NetZero Standard e-learning course from the UN

Kickstarting your net-zero journey - Science Based Targets

Academy🎓 &

@sciencetargets

. Find out how you can help your company align its targets 🎯 with #climate science.👇

sciencebasedtargets.org

Ritika Modi from the UN Global Compact explains how a new e-learning course can help you on your journey to net-zero.

📢 The UN

Anti-Corruption #CollectiveAction Playbook guides companies and other members of the #business community to fight against corruption, together. Also available in 5️⃣ languages! Take action today: 👉 unglobalcompact.org/library/5896 #UnitingBusiness

Aug 11

💡 There is an urgent need for #business leaders to develop robust #ClimateAction plans. 📖 Read the latest ABLC Roundtable Perspective to learn how businesses in #Africa can engage in #adaptation and resilience planning that benefits all stakeholders: 👉 unglobalcompact.org/library/6058

Amina J Mohammed

@AminaJMohammed

I call on everyone to: 🔵 Scale-up and speed up investments in adaptation solutions that protect people and ecosystems, 🔵 Build resilience for the crises to come, and 🔵 Help realize the #SDGs.

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📣 A better tomorrow depends on what actions people take today. 🤳 Submit your photo and show the world why standing up for #HumanRights, promoting decent work for all, protecting the environment and fighting corruption is #GoodForBusiness! 👉 unitingbusiness.zone

🎯 It will take unified action to achieve the #GlobalGoals. UN

participants can sign up for the #SDG Ambition Approach Learning Plan from the Academy🎓—learn how your organization can help achieve the #GlobalGoals 👉 academy.unglobalcompact.org/learn/signin #UnitingBusiness

Science Based Targets initiative

@sciencetargets

🚨 E-course alert! Discover a framework for a common, robust, and science-based definition of #NetZero in the private sector in the new e-learning course, 'The Net-Zero Standard'. info.unglobalcompact.org/net-zero-stand

💬 #DYK seaweed has a role in promoting #GenderEquality? In developing economies such as Tanzania, as much as 80% of the #seaweed industry’s revenues and jobs have gone to women. Learn more: unglobalcompact.org/take-action/oc #UnitingBusiness #OceanAction