Events
Creating buy-in for socially responsible products and services in Bangladesh for sustainability
17 May 2012, Dhaka, Bangladesh
The greening of corporate Asia will add a new and different type of criterion to some organizational buying decisions-social responsibility. Societies and Scholars have given little attention to such noneconomic buying criteria due to the continued buying of products through attractive aids and media buying… Event details
Corporate Social Responsibility Program
20 - 23 May 2012, London, UK
Emphasizing the alignment of corporate social responsibility (CSR) with business strategy, the CSR program offered by HBS Executive Education helps you define priorities, integrate social responsibility throughout your business, and build social and business value.You will strengthen your ability to define and implement powerful CSR strategies that position the firm, its reputation, and its way of doing business for enduring success… Event details
B4E Global Summit 2012
21 - 24 May 2012, Berlin, Germany
The Business for Environment (B4E) that takes place several times a year around the world in partnership with the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD), WWF and UN. The event attracts a galaxy of very influential business leaders, environment experts, policymakers and global leaders… Event details
2nd Annual Waste Management Forum
22 - 24 May 2012, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Amsterdam as 'the most successful city in Europe at municipal waste management' according the the Green City Index will host speakers from Index's top 10 cities: Amsterdam (No.1), Helsinki (No. 3), Copenhagen (No. 7) and Stockholm (No. 8). The first 30 delegates who register for the forum will be invited to join a guided tour of Amsterdam’s WtE plant, the world's highest energy efficiency for a waste-powered facility reaching over 30%, operated by AEB, Amsterdam's Waste and Energy Company… Event details
WEBINAR: JOINTLY TACKLING DEMOGRAPHIC CHANGE IN EUROPE - USING THE POTENTIAL OF FEMALE, OLDER AND FUTURE EMPLOYEES
23 May 2012, Online webinar
In the framework of the Enterprise 2020 collaborative project “Using Potential – Jointly Tackling Demographic Change in Europe”, co-lead by econsense, BASF, Evonik, Hitachi, Randstad, SAP and Vodafone, this webinar aims at gaining a critical understanding of (1) how the existing potential of female, older and younger workers in the labour market can be better exploited and (2) in what way the various actors can work together more effectively to reach greater impact… Event details
Impactt Conference 2012: Finding the Sweet Spot - Smarter ethical trade that delivers more for all
24 May 2012, London, United Kingdom
An inspired and pragmatic one-day conference focused on making sustainable, worker-led and business-focused changes across global supply chains.An opportunity to hear diverse perspectives, challenge assumptions, engage in practical debate and create an inspiring future.Confirmed speakers include Better Work, Blue Skies, Capturing the Gains, Ethical Trading Initiative, Fair Wear Foundation, Marks & Spencer, Monsoon, Waitrose, WalMart plus factory owners, managers and worker representatives from around the world… Event details
“Managers and the European Labour Market: Facing Demographic Change Through Active Ageing”
24 - 25 May 2012, Berlin, Germany
Demographic change poses many challenges to Europe and its economy which are without precedent. The consequence of this process is a decline in the size of the available workforce, which is projected to fall from 308.9 million in 2005 to 253.4 million in 2050. At the same time the average age of the population will rise… Event details
WEBINAR: Communicating CSR to the European investment market
25 May 2012, Online webinar
CSR Europe is delighted to announce the 3rd webinar in our series on Communicating CSR. Smithfield Investor Relations Director, Scott Fulton, and Friederike Edelmann, Director of Investor Relations at SAP, will speak on the topic of “Communicating CSR to the European investment market”… Event details
2012 International Association for Impact Assessment Conference
27 May - 01 June 2012, Porto, Portugal
The 32nd annual conference of the International Association For Impact Assessement, Energy Future: The Role of Impact Assessment, aims at proving an answer for the following questions:What is the role of impact assessment on future global, national and local energy decisions and choices?How can we tackle the environmental and social risks that will appear as a result of our quest for the development, production and management of new energy sources?Key topics include:• Human Rights Impact Assessment• Conflict between communities and power infrastructure• Responsible Energy• Grievance Mechanisms• Social Impact Assessment• ISO26000Abstract submissions are open until January 31, 2012… Event details
Society and Materials International Conference SAM-6
30 May 2012, Leuven, Belgium
The 6th edition of the Society and Materials Conference SAM-6 will be held at the University of Leuven in Belgium on the 30-31st of May, 2012.The SAM conferences aim at bringing together an interdisciplinary research community to discuss the connection between materials and society and to identify the evolution of methodologies that are available for bridging between them… Event details
Driving Sustainability Beyond Rio: Can Integrated Reporting be the Solution?
30 May 2012, Brussels, Belgium
FEE holds an Event on Integrated Reporting on 30 May 2012: Integrated Reporting is seen as a major development in corporate reporting.Central to Integrated Reporting is the challenge facing organisations to create and sustain value in the short, medium and longer term. This event will provide an opportunity for key European stakeholders to understand and influence change… Event details
VODAFONE FOUNDATION SMART ACCESSIBILITY AWARD LAUNCH 2012
30 May 2012, 1040 Brussels, Belgium
Vodafone, together with AGE Platform Europe and the European Disability Forum, invites you to join the launch of the second edition of an exceptional competition which improves senior and disabled users lives through inclusive design of mobile applications.Watch here the video of the 2011 edition winning apps:http://www… Event details
EUROHEALTHNET's SECOND EQUITY WEEK: "Integrating coherent policy, practice and action"
31 May 2012, Brussels, Belgium
Following the success of the first Health Equity Week in 2010, EuroHealthNet will again host a week of activities to discuss the strengths, weaknesses, challenges and opportunities for future action to improve health equity, within and between European Countries, in times of social and economic crisis… Event details
Ethical Corporation Awards 2012
01 June 2012, London, UK
Join the 3rd edition of Ethical Corporation Awards in order to celebrate responsible business excellence, along with leaders in sustainability and corporate responsibility.By entering the Ethical Corporation Awards, you will:Gain recognition from your peers as a global leader in Corporate SustainabilityGet the acknowledgement you deserve for your company’s commitment to responsible business practiceBoost your reputation for ethical best practice with the largest CSR community in the worldThe 2012 edition judges are:Paul Hohnen, Founder, Sustainability Strategies (chairing the judging panel)Mike Barry, Head of Sustainable Business, Marks & SpencerBozena Jankowska, Global Head of Sustainability Research, RCM (Allianz Global Investors)Stefan Crets, Executive Director, CSR EuropeEmma Howard Boyd, Director of Sustainable Investment & Governance, Jupiter Asset ManagementMore award categories are covered for 2012, including award or the sustainability executive of the year, see the full list here… Event details
Young People and Crime: Developing the Blueprint for a Comprehensive Youth Violence Strategy
05 June 2012, Brussels, Belgium
According to a recent report on youth violence, 40 young people are murdered everyday in Europe, with interpersonal violence being the third leading cause of death among people aged 10-29, accounting for 15,000 homicides annually. Furthermore, estimates suggest that for every young person who dies, 20 more are admitted to hospital… Event details
The Seventh International CSR Forum and Ceremony to Announce the “2011 GoldenBee CSR Honor Roll”
05 June 2012, Beijing, China
Background As a professional and practical communication platform and channel on corporate social responsibility (CSR), the International CSR Forum has been held six times in the past years in China. It has been well received by stakeholders and conducted with great support from participants, including relevant Chinese government departments, CSR organizations as well as Chinese and multinational enterprises… Event details
Symposium 2012 - At the heart of Europe's growth agenda
06 - 08 June 2012, Barcelona, Spain
On 6-8 June, EVCA are hosting a Symposium, taking place in Barcelona, to discuss some of the most important cross cutting topics affecting European private equity and venture capital today.Unique amongst the EVCA’s conferences, the Symposium is open to all key stakeholders shaping Europe’s private equity and venture capital practices, from policy maker to law firm, from end investor to CEO… Event details
EPHA ANNUAL CONFERENCE 2012 Restructuring health systems: How to promote health in times of austerity?
06 June 2012, Brussels, Belgium
This Conference, hosted by the European Economic and Social Committee, aims to assess how the current crisis and its policy responses impact on health systems and how the crisis could be managed in the future so as to promote better health outcomes for all.What is the cost of the crisis on populations and their health? Are the austerity measures viable or do they put health systems into a long term crisis? How can the EU and national authorities create a new way of thinking to tackle the consequences of the crisis and yet secure sustainable healthcare systems?Commissioner Dalli, Zsuzsanna Jakab, Director for the WHO Europe, and Sanjeev Gupta, International Monetary Fund have already accepted to take part in the debate and discuss with civil society organizations the impact of the crisis and the way forward… Event details
EU Update Call/Webinar
07 June 2012
Meetings with the 3 Commissioners leading on CSR and with the 2 Rapporteurs on CSR within the EP have kept us quite busy in April and May. We are happy to invite you to join the next EU update call/webinar on Thursday, 7 June 2012 at 11.00 – 11.45 CET. We will try this time to do the EU update call in a webinar format… Event details
The role of wireless in achieving Europe’s broadband targets
07 June 2012, Brussels, Belgium
Since the launch of the Digital Agenda two years ago, mobile broadband connections have overtaken fixed fast broadband lines in the EU. The roundtable will debate the role of mobile broadband, both LTE and 3G, in delivering Europe’s broadband targets.The discussion will focus on industry experiences with re-farming, 3G and LTE deployment, as well as regulatory challenges and stimulus for investments… Event details
EU networking event aims to provide better advice to SMEs
12 - 13 June 2012, Berlin, Germany
12-13 June 2012, Berlin GermanyAs part of the European Commission’s project “Networking for better CSR Advice to SMEs” a two-day international networking conference will take place in Berlin. The event brings together a diverse group of some 100 practitioners and experts from across Europe who advise and support SMEs in their CSR activities… Event details
Guardian Sustainable Business Quarterly - Business creating change?
13 June 2012, London, United Kingdom
Guardian Sustainable Business Quarterly (GSBQ) is the dedicated event for sustainability professionals like you to connect, debate and gain insight on driving business sustainability.GSBQ - Business creating change? in light of calls to end perverse subsidies and requests for greater incentives to change, we will ask what is business doing to drive politicians to create the right environment for sustainable business… Event details
The FT/IFC Sustainable Finance Conference & Awards 2012
14 June 2012, London, United Kingdom
The FT/IFC Sustainable Finance Conference & Awards 2012 is the major event on sustainable finance for industry leaders, corporate decision makers and financiers from around the world.Now in their seventh year, the Sustainable Finance Awards reflect the growing role that the financial sector plays in addressing some of the world's most pressing challenges, including climate change and environmental degradation, social exclusion, food security, improving access to finance and using technology to better serve the world's poor… Event details
WEBINAR: Business Action on Health Literacy - Innovative initiatives to improve the health literacy of employees – Expert Webinar on 14 June 2012 at 15.00 – 16.00 pm CET
14 June 2012, Online webinar
Many companies have health-related activities and have acquired a lot of experience on health in the workplace. What are their key learnings? How well have their activities been integrated into the core business strategy? How can health literacy fit into current health in the workplace programs?Join the webinar to: SHARE your experiences with the project leaders of Business Action on Health LiteracyLEARN how to get involved in the pilot projects of this Collaborative Project to assess corporate health needs and activities and explore the business case of health literacyRECEIVE more information about interesting initiatives of other companies in the area of health literacy with regards to the pilot projectsIDENTIFY joint opportunities for improvement and remaining challengesSHARE your expectations and interests with other companies, the European Commission and other stakeholdersDraft Agenda15… Event details
Connected storytelling Seminar
15 June 2012, Amsterdam, Netherlands
Radley Yeldar is running a day of key seminars, offering participants a chance to hear how the FTSE 100 companies are currently doing things, whether it is in the digital space or branding.Radlye Yeldar's consultants will be there to answer any questions questions. Part 1: Connected storytelling (10… Event details
