329-114 Advancing the Sustainable Development Goals by Supporting Peace: How Business can Contribute

Summary

This document seeks to advance the discussion on how the private sector can make positive contributions to peace in conflict-affected and high-risk areas around the world and, as a result, help to the realization of SDG16. This document complements existing materials such as the UN Global Compact’s Guidance on Responsible Business in Conflict-Affected and High-Risk Areas with a new perspective on deliberate contributions to peace by companies.

Thumbnail image for This document seeks to advance the discussion on how the private sector can make positive contributions to peace in conflict-affected and high-risk areas around the world and, as a result, help to the realization of SDG16. This document complements existing materials such as the UN Global Compact’s Guidance on Responsible Business in Conflict-Affected and High-Risk Areas with a new perspective on deliberate contributions to peace by companies.

Issuer

United Nations Global Compact (UNGC)

Year

2015

Region

International

Issuer (type)

United Nations Global Compact Office (International)

Policy Type

Disclosure

Geographical scope

International

Mandatory or voluntary

Voluntary

Global Reporting Initiative (GRI)

Other

Main industries targeted

Finance & Insurance
Public administration
Mining, Quarrying, Oil & Gas Extraction
Information

Restrictiveness

Very High

Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

SDG 1: No Poverty
SDG 4: Quality Education
SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth
SDG 10: Reduced Inequality
SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals