XI Annual Local Network Forum Update 1. The XI Annual Local Networks Forum – Outcome Document Following the consultation with all Local Networks, the Global Compact office has finalized the XI Annual Local Network Forum Report. The document is also available on the Global Compact website. The UN Global Compact Board Meeting Update 1. The Board Meeting – Outcome Document The UN Global Compact Board held its biennial meeting in New York on 6-7 May 2013. Discussion focused on the Global Compact’s Strategic Review; the Global Compact Leaders’ Summit 2013; sustainable funding for the initiative; a review of the integrity measures and next steps related to the initiative’s strategy for growth. Please refer to the UN Global Compact Board Meeting Report for further details. UN Global Compact Leaders Summit 2013: Architects of a Better World 1. Local Networks Meetings On the occasion of the Global Compact Leaders Summit taking place in New York on 19 – 20 September 2013, the Global Compact Office would like to convene the following a Local Networks meeting prior to the Summit: Local Network Advisory Group (LNAG) Meeting – 18 September, 09:00 – 14:00 As agreed during the XI ALNF, the LNAG and the GCO will meet to discuss and reach an agreement on the collaboration and the collaborative fundraising models. The objective of the meeting is to discuss and reach final recommendations for the fundraising models. Leaders Summit Local Network Meeting – 18 September, 15:00 – 18:00 As a significant number of Local Networks will be attending the Leaders Summit, the Global Compact Local Networks Team would like to take this opportunity to host a Leaders Summit Local Network Meeting focusing on the fundraising models discussed at the LNAG meeting and integrity measures. Further details about the meeting and registration information will be sent to all Local Networks in early July. Please contact Ms. Natalia Uliana ([email protected]) with any questions. 2. Call for Local Networks to Mobilize National Delegations The Global Compact Office is highly encouraging all Local Networks to mobilize national delegations to attend and take an active part in the Leaders Summit. The Global Compact Office is offering the following incentives to Local Networks that mobilize national delegations with a significant number of participants. Local Networks with a delegation of at least fifteen individuals will receive one complimentary registration for the Leaders Dinner on the evening of 19 September at the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA). Please note business entities can extend their invitations to up to three senior-level representatives, non-business entities can bring up to two senior- level representatives Local Networks who mobilize a delegation of at least fifty individuals will receive one complimentary registration for the Leaders Summit Main Programme and for the Leaders Dinner on the evening of 19 September at the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA). Please note business entities can extend their invitations to up to three senior-level representatives, non-business entities can bring up to two senior- level representatives In addition, recognition will be given to Local Networks who mobilize a delegation of one hundred and more. Local Networks are also requested to send an estimate of the number of delegates you expect to attend from your country to your regional networks managers in the Global Compact Office. Call for Participation 1. Social Investment Pioneer Awards The Principles for Social Investment Secretariat is launching its second Pioneers Award which aims to recognize and showcase examples of international best practice in social investment across five categories: responsible business, inclusive business, shared value, strategic corporate philanthropy, social business. Winners will be announced at a side event of the Global Compact Leaders Summit (19-20 September, New York). Please circulate to business participants in your networks. Please click here for further information or to apply. Applications close 31 July. Upcoming Webinars 1. “Business for Peace (B4P) Consultation - Webinar for Local Networks (26 June, 8:00 am EST) To further build on a discussion at the XI ALNF, the UN Global Compact Office will launch a new platform on “Business for Peace-B4P” during the Leaders Summit. In order to do so, the Global Compact Office is conducting a consultation to gather input from Local Networks, participants and other partners. This consultation will be conducted through a series of three webinars, which will serve as the channel for input to the development of the new business for peace platform. The first webinar will facilitate a discussion among Local Networks so they can share their ideas and perspectives. To register for the webinar and/or for more information, please contact Ms. Ritica Lacoul ([email protected]) by 21 June. For Your Information 1. Recorded Webinar - “Communication on Engagement (COE) Policy” webinar conducted 23 May 2013 On 23 May 23 the Global Compact Office conducted a webinar exclusively for Local Networks explaining the details of the upcoming “Communication on Engagement (COE) Policy”, which introduces a reporting requirement for non-business participants. As explained during the webinar, the policy took shape after concerns raised by Local Networks and was drafted according to the feedback received in a series of consultations, including among Local Networks. All Local Networks, especially those who did not attend the May webinar, are advised to review this recorded webinar and the presentation. Please wait to share this with external parties until the Global Compact begin to officially communicate this policy publicly in September 2013. Please help us to avoid creating unnecessary confusion among our non-business participants, and potentially overloading our offices with individual queries that could be easily addressed through the communication strategy in September / October. 2. The Global Compact Participation Integrity Policy All business and non-business entities that apply to become signatories of the UN Global Compact undergo a series of due diligence procedures in New York. Local Networks have a major role to play on that front as they are more aware of the potential new participants and they also have a critical role in this vetting process. The Global Compact Office believes it is extremely important to ensure that all Local Networks are aware of the UN Global Compact Participation Criteria. Please follow the UN Global Compact Participation Criteria when vetting on the participation of a new signatory in your country.
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