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As we approach #InternationalWomensDay (March 8th) we acknowledge women's pivotal roles in shaping a sustainable future for all. Anne Bordier Yntema's selection, Anita Roddick, exemplifies ethical business practices and sustainability.    Anne Bordier, World Resources Institute’s Director of Food Initiatives, has chosen Anita Roddick as her female champion. Anita Roddick (1942 – 2007), the visionary founder of The Body Shop, revolutionized the business landscape with her belief that business could be a force for good. Her unwavering commitment to ethical business practices and sustainability paved the way for a new era of corporate responsibility.    “As someone who grew up through the 70s and 80s, I have always been inspired by Anita Roddick’s belief that business can be a “force for good” and that you can disrupt the status quo even if you are small. Although the future of The Body Shop is now sadly uncertain, she was a true pioneer and her legacy will live on.”    ⭐ Who are your women champions related to sustainability, nature or climate? Tag them below! ⭐    Read more on WRI’s gender equity work in our research and programs: https://t.ly/Hv1sC    Follow our campaign to learn more on women champions in climate! 📸: The Roddick Foundation #People #Nature #Climate #Sustainability #InternationalWomensDay2024 #IWD2024 #InvestInWomen #ClimateAction #WomenEntrepreneurs #Sustainability #BusinessEthics 

Powerful video! 🌍 #SustainableFashion #CircularEconomy #EcoFriendly #FashionRevolution #ZeroWaste #EthicalFashion #Sustainability #InnovationInFashion #FastFashionDetox

It’s not only about the environment, there needs to be a strong business case for the circular economy. Jane Martin, CEO at City to Sea, told last year’s Festival of Circular Economy that circular businesses need to be confident that when they come to market, people are ready and an excited to engage with them. Martin spoke at last year’s Festival of Circular Economy on the Women in Circular Panel: A Circular Approach to the Bottom Line panel. #FOCE #circulareconomy #sustainability

Why businesses need a level playing field to develop the circular economy. At last year’s Festival, Jane Martin, CEO at City to Sea, explained how legislation can give companies confidence to invest in circular business models. Martin spoke on the Women in Circular Panel: A Circular Approach to the Bottom Line panel where she also told delegates that circular businesses need to be confident that when they come to market, people are ready and an excited to engage with them. #FOCE #circulareconomy #sustainability

The Numbers Don’t Lie. So why Don't We Listen? At Startup Extreme next week I'll be discussing how we can go FROM PARALYSIS TO PROGRESS when it comes to righting the gender imbalance in venture, together with Sarah Lerche Jørn Haanæs Regine Larsen Lindtvedt Diogo Del Gaudio and Donna Kastrati on the main stage. In this article I am also exploring the same resistance of change in the apparel industry, and how female empowerment in fashion is directly linked to sustainability. "I believe that if women want the power to reclaim our own beauty and take control of the narrative of our bodies, we need to place ourselves around the table where decisions that affect us are being made. Which means more of us need to start our own businesses, become CEOs and board members. And we need to stop shopping short-lived self-esteem. Because with this mindset, we unwittingly contribute to harming our planet through overconsumption, fuelling the fast fashion beast with its wasteful practices rooted in cheap labour, toxic chemicals, and plastic fabrics." https://lnkd.in/ggPNJU4h AWAN (As We Are Now) Startup Extreme #genderequality #equalopportunities #fashiondisruption #circularfashion #changemaker

Women-owned businesses aren’t just a financial force; they are a movement for integral societal change. When more women and women-owned businesses uplift each other, they create opportunities for independence, leadership, and growth. They set an inspiring precedent of breaking the barriers and standing together to build a future where success is driven by collaboration, not competition. At Pedal On, we believe in the strength of solidarity. Our mission? Empowering women from underprivileged communities to be upskilled, build sustainable livelihoods, and take control of their futures. Every Eco-Chic product we offer is more than just a beautifully crafted product—it’s a testament to the resilience and creativity of the women who made it. When you invest in our products, you're doing more than supporting ethically sustainable fashion. You're actively contributing to a woman's journey towards financial independence and self-reliance. Your support helps us expand this impact, inspiring more women to step out of their confines and take charge of their lives the right way. Together, let’s pedal on towards the future of a lasting change because when women build for women, the possibilities are limitless. . From festive potlis, utility tote bags, home decor pieces, and wonderful accessories, we've got you covered. DM us to place an order. For inquiries, email us at info@secondact.in #pedalon #democratizingwellbeing #womenempowerment #csr hashtag #sdgs #sustainabledevelopmentgoals #womenownedbusinesses #Linkedinposts

One of the greatest joys I've found in the years since stepping away from Radical Girl Gang has been leveraging my learnings & expertise to help other women-led brands succeed. 🚀 Enter, IDA Sports. When I first met founder Laura Youngson, I knew she was building something urgent and essential. Disruptive to their core, the IDA team made it their mission to create the first female-specific soccer cleat, designed to address the unique anatomical differences between men's & women's feet (i.e. narrower heels, higher arches, different pressure loading). These differences have, of course, always existed — but the dissappointing reality is that women's footwear has historically been an afterthought; the prevailing standard being "shrink it and pink it" for decades. As a result, women have been left with meager options, choosing between unisex or men's cleats that cause injuries and impact performance on the field. IDA Sports believes that women deserve better, and I do too. Check out their *NEW* Spring 2024 collection of industry-leading, women's-specific cleats and experience the difference yourself. 🔥 #startupgrowth #entrepreneurship #womenleaders #womenssoccer

How do we make the business case for circularity? Jane Martin, CEO at City to Sea, told last year’s Festival of Circular Economy that circular businesses need to be confident that when they come to market, people are ready and an excited to engage with them. Martin spoke at last year’s Festival of Circular Economy on the Women in Circular Panel: A Circular Approach to the Bottom Line panel. #circulareconomy #sustainability

🌿 50 Shades of Green: Earn Your Green Stripe with THOLA 🌿 Happy Women's Month! As we celebrate the strength, resilience, and achievements of women, we're excited to introduce #50ShadesOfGreen - our latest initiative aimed at promoting sustainability compliance and empowering businesses to make a positive environmental impact. Just as there are different shades of green, there are many ways to approach sustainability. At THOLA, we believe our unique approach sets us apart as the best in the field. What makes THOLA unique is that wherever you are in your journey of sustainability and whichever shade of green you are at, THOLA rewards your shade of green and helps you achieve sustainability compliance. We invite you to stay tuned for more details about our upcoming event that will delve into these different shades and show you why the THOLA green is the one you want to earn. #Sustainability #Compliance #THOLA #GreenBusiness #50ShadesOfGreen #EarnYourGreenStripe #WomensMonth #SustainableFuture #WomenInBusiness

I meet a huge number of people (specifically women) in sustainability and there are two things that keep coming up as the critical skills required in spades if you want to have impact and drive success: EMPATHY (or the ability and willingness to see things from the 'other' perspective) and DETERMINATION (or the drive to keep pushing against a sea of challenge). I was honoured to be asked by The Conduit to join their Green Jobs panel a couple of weeks ago and had a great discussion with Matt Farquharson and Alejandro Guarín about the future of food and the 'green' roles we can expect to come from the sector. What I hadn't expected to say, but which I stand by, is that sustainability is often required and allowed to happen as long as it does so outside of the commercial planning of the business. And that those people who are able to have greatest impact, create the greatest value for business and drive genuine improvement are those who have success (with empathy and determination) in bringing together climate, nature, sustainability and wider ESG planning with the commercial business they sit within. It's a critical factor in the businesses which are leading the field and will continue to do so as we encounter more regulation (for good and bad) and shifting customer expectations and the urgency around climate starts to step up dramatically.