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Our latest House of Lords debate notes are now available 🗒️ GoodCorporation is pleased to share the summary notes from our recent House of Lords debate, where business leaders were invited to explore the role of the board in managing #ESG. With recent controversies surrounding the acronym, participants discussed how companies should approach and respond to these challenges. The debate touched on a range of important issues, including what ESG represents for businesses, how progress in these areas can be effectively measured, and the risks and challenges that boards face in addressing ESG. Special thanks to our speaker Baroness Denise Kingsmill for leading the discussion, and to all of our attendees for their valuable insights. Click below to read the full summary. #GCHoLdebates

Introducing GoodCorporation's environmental governance and management services 🌱 With the growing urgency around climate issues, environmental concerns have become a priority for businesses. Companies are now facing increased pressure from regulators, stakeholders, and consumers to effectively manage and disclose their environmental impacts. At GoodCorporation, we now offer a comprehensive range of environmental services designed to help businesses identify, implement, and monitor responsible management practices. Through bespoke methodologies for analysing practice and procedure, our aim is to support companies in enhancing their environmental performance and driving meaningful change within their organisations and the wider world. To explore how our environmental governance and management services could help your business, click the link below: #environment #environmentalmanagement #sustainability #ESG

We're pleased to see the OECD’s launch of the Handbook on Due Diligence for Enabling Living Incomes and Living Wages in Agriculture, Garment, and Footwear Supply Chains 🌍 These sectors, employing millions worldwide, are critical to livelihoods yet often include some of the most vulnerable workers, particularly women and agricultural workers. As our team member, Guillemette Guicherd, highlighted, the handbook provides valuable insights into how businesses can support fairer wages by offering practical guidance on: • Defining and estimating living wages and incomes to meet workers' basic needs. • Evaluating purchasing practices and their impact on livelihoods. The OECD - OCDE’s approach acknowledges that while corporate due diligence is essential, the broader challenge of creating ethical and resilient supply chains requires collective, cross-industry action. #BusinessEthics #HumanRights #LivingWages #SupplyChains #OECD #Sustainability

Our Autumn newsletter is out! 🗞️ Our latest newsletter has now been published, highlighting a collection of key updates and insights from GoodCorporation on ethics and compliance trends. This edition features the launch of our ESG board training services, led by Hilde Luystermans and Gareth Thomas. These tailored, expert-led sessions focus on the board’s role in overseeing ESG risks, impacts, and opportunities, offering guidance for businesses looking to integrate sustainability into their business model. We also spotlight two blogs on the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (#CSDDD). The first outlines the key steps for conducting CSDDD due diligence, while the second summarises our House of Lords debate that took place earlier this year, focusing on whether CSDDD could lead to a ‘Big Bang’ moment for businesses or remain a tick-box exercise. Additionally, a dedicated blog on the importance of supplier codes of conduct offers practical tips for developing one within your company and ensuring responsible business practices throughout your supply chain. Other featured blogs cover preparing for The Worker Protection Act, the benefits of outsourcing workplace investigations, and the potential for AI legislation in the UK. Click the link below to read all the stories in full. You can also sign up to receive future editions of the newsletter here: https://lnkd.in/eCG2p9_P

Global ethics day 2024 🌍 Established by Carnegie Council for Ethics in International Affairs, on Global Ethics Day 2024, we reflect on the critical role ethics plays in shaping a better world. As society faces increased global challenges, including climate change and continued racial and gender based injustices, ethics is needed more than ever to guide responsible action. At GoodCorporation, we have worked for over two decades to help organisations design and embed robust ethics and compliance programmes. By supporting our clients in addressing ethical challenges, we aim to strengthen the commitment to responsible business practices globally. From ethics and compliance training to a framework for responsible business management, GoodCorporation offers a range of services to help businesses advance their ethical practices. Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/eqXpdf9p #GlobalEthicsDay #EthicsEmpowered

We were pleased to have Guillemette Guicherd attend the BIICL (British Institute of International and Comparative Law) annual Human Rights Due Diligence Conference last week. The discussions on tort litigation, corporate accountability, and the intersection of climate change and human rights closely reflect the work we do at GoodCorporation, as we help businesses integrate responsible practices and uphold accountability across their operations.

GoodCorporation launches ESG board training services 🌱🏢 Increasing legislation and rising stakeholder expectations has left many boards and senior leadership teams facing increased pressure to enhance their oversight of ESG matters. To support organisations on this journey, GoodCorporation offers customised, expert-led board training focused on the key elements of ESG in today's business landscape. Led by Hilde Luystermans, former President of the TotalEnergies Group Ethics Committee and Gareth Thomas, our co-head of ESG at GoodCorporation, the sessions can be tailored to your businesses needs to ensure maximum value. From integrating sustainability into business strategy to understanding the board's role in managing #ESG risks and opportunities, our sessions provide actionable insights to help your organisation not only navigate ESG challenges but also maximise the value of ESG opportunities. To find out how our ESG board training can help your organisation lead responsibly and sustainably, visit our webpage today: #environment #boardtraining #sustainability

World Mental Health Day 2024: Mental health in the workplace 🌍 💭 Workplaces play a critical role in supporting mental wellbeing. According to the Mental Health Foundation, in the UK, 15% of workers are estimated to have a pre-existing mental health condition, and 875,000 individuals were affected by work-related stress, depression, or anxiety in 2022/23. Moreover, mental health was the 5th most common reason for sickness absence, highlighting that poor mental health and wellbeing in the workplace not only has impacts individuals, but businesses themselves. At GoodCorporation, supporting the mental health and wellbeing of our team is central to how we operate. From a weekly wellbeing poll and encouraging walking meetings to a buddy system for new joiners, small, meaningful changes can make a significant difference in creating a healthier workplace. Our mental health first aiders at GoodCorporation, Judith Kennedy and Naqib Rahman, highlight the importance of fostering an open culture where wellbeing is central and supported by initiatives from our wellbeing committee. They remind us that meaningful conversations around mental health and regularly checking in with colleagues can make a real difference, as sometimes, simply listening is the most valuable support we can offer. #worldmentalhealthday #workplacementalhealth #mentalhealth #wellbeing

Last chance to sign up for today's webinar on navigating the complexities of human rights compliance ✅ Don't forget to sign up for today's webinar with ADS Group Ltd, taking place at 15:00, where GoodCorporation Senior Consultant, Elena López Serrano, will be sharing insights as part of an expert panel on the challenges businesses face in meeting evolving human rights legislation. From the UK’s Modern Slavery Act to the #CSDDD and the German Supply Chain Act, staying compliant is becoming more challenging. This session will cover essential topics, including key "red flag" indicators of modern slavery risks and how companies can identify and mitigate these threats. Register now using the link in our post below:

Understanding the CSRD: Requirements, scope, timeline 🌱 The Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (#CSRD) is set to reshape how businesses approach ESG reporting. Covering almost four times the number of organisations as its predecessor, the Non-Financial Reporting Directive (#NFRD), the CSRD introduces stricter requirements for transparency, accountability, and comparability, affecting every level of a company’s structure - from top management to daily operations. The CSRD’s phased implementation begins this year, with detailed guidelines on #ESG risk assessments, double materiality, and mandatory sustainability assurance. Businesses in scope will need to rethink their reporting practices, aligning them with the European Sustainability Reporting Standards (#ESRS) to meet the new regulations. GoodCorporation's latest blog dives into the key elements of the legislation, including the timeline, requirements, and how companies can best prepare for the transition. Whether you’re an SME or a large multinational, understanding these new obligations is critical to maintaining compliance and driving sustainable growth. To find out everything you need to know about the CSRD and what it could mean for your business, click the link below: #sustainability #environment