Celebrating & Benchmarking Excellence in Corporate Sustainability
About the Awards
The Forward Faster Sustainability Awards organized by the UN Global Compact Network India (UN GCNI) celebrate and spotlight organizations in India that have made significant strides in advancing sustainability and corporate responsibility, aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This award aims to encourage the Indian corporate sector to integrate sustainable practices in their operations and contribute to the achievement of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).Learn More
The UN Global Compact Network India (UN GCNI) is committed to promoting sustainability and corporate responsibility, integral to the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). In line with this mission, UN GCNI is excited to announce the inaugural Sustainability Awards in India. These awards will set a benchmark for excellence in sustainability, recognizing companies that have taken significant steps to advance the UN SDGs.
This award aims to encourage the Indian corporate sector to integrate sustainable practices in their operations and contribute to the achievement of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Our objective is to encourage more organizations to embrace collective responsibility in achieving a sustainable future by 2030, and spotlighting the importance of the Forward Faster Initiatives.
This Award will bring together leaders from various sectors including businesses, industry, government, UN agencies, academia, and CSOs to address sustainability challenges and foster meaningful collaborations.
Background -
UN Global Compact is a special initiative of the UN Secretary-General and is a call to companies everywhere to align their operations and strategies with ten universally accepted principles in the areas of human rights, labour, environment, and anti-corruption, and to act in support of UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). H.E. António Guterres, UN Secretary General launched ‘Forward Faster’ on September 15, 2023, a strategic initiative by the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC) aimed at expediting advancements in sustainable development. There are five key areas in which businesses can focus and accelerate action and progress towards Agenda 2030.
The theme “Forward Faster 2030” revolves around those most crucial thematic areas which are seen to have a long-lasting impact on the fulfillment of the Sustainable Development Goals such as Climate Action, Water Resilience, Finance and Investment, Living Wage and Gender Equality. In India, the local network is actively working towards contextualizing these goals in harmony with Indian national priorities to contribute significantly to the realization of this Agenda at the National scale.
Awards - Thematic Areas Covered
The themes would be aligned with the Forward Faster Initiative's key themes: Water Resilience, Climate Action, SDG Aligned Finance and Investment, Living wage and Gender Equality. In addition to this two categories are added, Biodiversity Excellence and Sustainable Supply Chain. Under each award category 2 awards will be given and each Award Category would be further bifurcated into Micro and Small, Medium and Large Enterprises (MSME Definition as per Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises).
UN GCNI Forward Faster Sustainability Awards Nominations
TThe nomination process is open to businesses based in India. Awards can be granted to a business of any size and sector (except refer to this), ranging from enterprises with less than 10 employees up to multinational corporate with more than 10,000 employees can be awarded in any of the categories.
This is an opportunity for your company to demonstrate its commitment to sustainability. A distinguished panel of judges will assess your efforts in adopting and incorporating the Sustainable Development Goals into your business and key initiatives.
Winners receive a prestigious trophy, digital badge, and certificate. Being recognized enhances your company’s reputation as a champion of sustainable practices.
Increased Visibility
Gain prominent exposure through features in the Forward Faster Sustainability Awards digital publication, reaching a wider audience and highlighting your achievements.
Networking Opportunities
Expand your professional network by connecting with industry leaders, innovators, and experts from various sectors. Leverage these opportunities for growth and collaboration.
Learning and Growth
Benefit from valuable insights into best practices and innovations across industries, enriching your knowledge and experience in sustainability, and driving future success.
Submissions to go through a Screening and shortlisting process by Technical Committee
Evidence Based Evaluation (of qualified nominees as needed)
Winners Announcement and Awards Ceremony.
Compendium of Shortlisted Nominees.
Winners will be selected based on shortlisted finalists' presentation and judging panel deliberation.
Application Process
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AWARDS
Fill your General Information.
Complete the Payment Process.
Complete the Questionnaire - Answer all the questions along with required supporting documents and Submit the nomination form.
The award ceremony announces the winners through an award ceremony.
Timeline
Complete the Questionnaire - Answer all the questions along with required supporting documents and Submit the nomination form
Complete the Questionnaire - Answer all the questions along with required supporting documents and Submit the nomination form
Complete the Questionnaire - Answer all the questions along with required supporting documents and Submit the nomination form
Complete the Questionnaire - Answer all the questions along with required supporting documents and Submit the nomination form
Complete the Questionnaire - Answer all the questions along with required supporting documents and Submit the nomination form
Complete the Questionnaire - Answer all the questions along with required supporting documents and Submit the nomination form
Complete the Questionnaire - Answer all the questions along with required supporting documents and Submit the nomination form
About the Organizer
UN Global Compact Network India (UN GCNI), formed in November 2000, was registered in 2003 as a non-profit society to function as the Indian Local Network of the Global Compact, New York. It is the first Local Network in the world to be established with full legal recognition. It, also as a country level platform for businesses, civil organizations, public and private sector, aids in aligning stakeholders' responsible practices towards the Ten Universally Accepted Principles of UNGC in the areas of Human Rights, Labour, Environment and Anti - corruption, broad goals including Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and other key sister initiatives of the United Nations and its systems.
Knowledge Partner
FICCI Ladies Organization (FLO), the Southeast Asia. FICCI-FL
FICCI Ladies Organization (FLO), the Southeast Asia. FICCI-FL
