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SUMMARY:Unlocking Ethical Business Growth:  Join the Launch of the Ethical Supplier Project
DESCRIPTION:In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape\, ethical practices and accountability are the cornerstone of sustainable growth and societal trust. Small\, Medium\, and Micro Enterprises (SMMEs) are the backbone of South Africa’s economy\, yet they often face systemic barriers to participating in ethical procurement and compliance frameworks. Without equitable access to knowledge and resources\, these challenges can perpetuate inequality and hinder economic inclusion. \nThe National Business Initiative (NBI)\, in partnership with the GIZ\, is excited to invite you to the official launch of the Ethics Coalition for Business (EC4B): Ethical Supplier project– a transformative initiative aimed at actively equipping SMMEs with tools\, knowledge\, and cross-sector partnerships to thrive with integrity. \nAs a leading organisation driving transparency and accountability\, the NBI is proud to deliver this key initiative under our Building Trust and Accountability (BTACC) Pathway. Through capacity building\, deepened dialogue\, and thought leadership\, we’re contributing towards strengthening responsible business practices that contribute to societal well-being. \nEvent highlights: \n• The launching of “Tips and Tales Guide and Learning Digital Platform’’ aimed at building SMME capacity.\n• Showcasing the Integrity Talks Podcast Series with Sappi\, bp and Aurex.\n• Insightful research on SMMEs’ ethical procurement challenges.\n• SMME experience in ethical business\, compliance\, and sustainability.\n• Strategies for cross-sector collaboration to strengthen ethical business practice. \nWe believe your voice and expertise are critical to shaping an inclusive\, ethical\, and sustainable business ecosystem in South Africa. Together\, we can build the foundations for a more equitable economy and a trusted private and public sector. \nClick here to rsvp for this in-person event. \n\n\n                    \n                        \n                        \n                    \n\n        \n                \n        \n    \n    \n        \n        \n                        \n        \n                        \n                        \n                        \n                            \n                \n                    \n\n        \n        Dear Valued Stakeholder\, \nWe are pleased to invite you to join a high-level engagement focused on strengthening the private sector’s collective contribution to addressing Gender-Based Violence and Femicide (GBVF) in South Africa.     \n\n\n\n        \n    \n                                \n\n    \n    \n                    About the WE DARE Network            \n    \n\n\n\n\n        \n        The WE DARE Network is an international\, multi-stakeholder partnership bringing together researchers\, companies\, NGOs\, policymakers\, and practitioners united in the mission to eradicate GBV. Through collaboration\, digital innovation\, and knowledge sharing\, the Network advances whole of society solutions and supports meaningful partnerships that drive impact.     \n\n\n\n        \n    \n                                \n\n    \n    \n                    Why This Engagement Matters            \n    \n\n\n\n\n        \n        In December 2025\, President Cyril Ramaphosa declared GBVF a national disaster – underscoring the urgency of stronger\, coordinated action. While the private sector has often been perceived as silent\, our research and engagements reveal a different truth: many companies are taking action internally and within the communities they serve. However\, these efforts remain fragmented and largely invisible. \nThe WeDare GBV Repository was launched in September 2025 to contribute to a change in this position. It offers a central platform that captures corporate initiatives\, enables peer learning\, and strengthens accountability. Ultimately it supports Pillars 1 and 6 of the National Strategic Plan on GBV through coordinated knowledge management\, thought leadership and collective action.     \n\n        \n                    \n                \n                        \n        \n                        \n                        \n                        \n                    \n\n        \n    \n                                \n\n    \n    \n                    About the Event            \n    \n\n\n\n\n        \n        This in-person session will: \n\nHighlight the strategic value of the WeDare Repository for companies committed to tackling GBV.\nFeature a panel of experts presenting evidence-based insights on the scale of GBVF in South Africa and showcasing innovative private-sector responses.\nFacilitate meaningful dialogue on the power of shared learning\, data\, and partnerships in driving collective action.\nReceive a hands-on experience of the We Dare GBVF Repository.\n    \n\n        \n                        \n        \n                        \n                        \n                        \n                            \n                \n                    \n\n        \n    \n                                \n\n    \n    \n                    Growing the WeDare Community:            \n    \n\n\n\n\n        \n        A key objective of the session is to broaden corporate participation in the WeDare Community of Practice. Participating organisations will have the opportunity to signal their interest in contributing to the Repository. Companies opting in will receive one-on-one onboarding covering platform access\, UX\, and content guidelines. \nAs more companies come on board\, the WeDare Network will evolve into a robust membership ecosystem of role-players – strengthening collaboration between business\, policymakers\, civil society\, and academia\, and amplifying our collective influence in addressing GBVF.     \n\n        \n                    \n                \n                        \n        \n                        \n                        \n                        \n                    \n\n        \n    \n                                \n\n    \n    \n                    Event Details:            \n    \n\n\n\n\n        \n        This event is by invitation only.Date: Monday\, 04 May 2026Time: 09:00 for 09:30 to 12:30 (SAST)     \n\n        \n                        \n        \n                        \n                        \n                        \n                    \n\n        \n                        \n                                                AGENDA
URL:https://www.nbi.org.za/event/unlocking-ethical-business-growth-join-the-launch-of-the-ethical-supplier-project/
LOCATION:FutureSpace\, 61 Katherine Street\, Johannesburg\, Gaiuteng\, South Africa
CATEGORIES:Social Transformation
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