-
The Latest in Enabling, Volunteering & Charity
News & Events
Transforming Supply Chain Sustainability through Ethical Sourcing
28
APR 2021
The United Nations Global Compact is the largest corporate sustainability initiative and consists of several local networks. The UN Global Compact Network Sri Lanka will host a Webinar titled “Transforming Supply Chain Sustainability through Ethical Sourcing” on the 29th of April, 4.00 p.m. to 5.30 p.m (IST) via Zoom.
Session objectives of this webinar are to bring together UNGC Networks, business leaders, and technical experts for joint learning, information sharing and to explore potential areas for further collaboration thus improving transparency in order to ensure suppliers are using ethical sourcing. Furthermore, this webinar will provide an overview on why transparency on sustainability practices of a supply chain is imperative. It will also explore key challenges and opportunities when introducing ethical sourcing practices. In addition, the webinar will help create an understanding of the role technology can play in improving transparency, and make companies aware of their level of transparency and best practices in implementation.
“Transforming Supply Chain Sustainability through Ethical Sourcing” will feature Mr. Matt Kovac, Executive Director - Food Industry Asia (FIA) Singapore, Ms. Helena Orella Salinas, Sustainable Development Manager - Bolton Food (Spain) and Ms. Sonali Peiris, Head of Sustainability, Enterprise Risk Management & Group Initiatives - John Keells Holdings. The Keynote address to be delivered by Mr. Dilhan C. Fernando, CEO – Dilmah and Chairman - UN Global Compact Network Sri Lanka. This session will be moderated by Ms. Thamindri De Silva, General Manager MJF Charitable Foundation and Steering Committee Member - UN Global Compact Network Sri Lanka.
The public is invited to register by visiting any of the UN Global Compact Network Sri Lanka social media pages or by completing the registration form here.
Session objectives of this webinar are to bring together UNGC Networks, business leaders, and technical experts for joint learning, information sharing and to explore potential areas for further collaboration thus improving transparency in order to ensure suppliers are using ethical sourcing. Furthermore, this webinar will provide an overview on why transparency on sustainability practices of a supply chain is imperative. It will also explore key challenges and opportunities when introducing ethical sourcing practices. In addition, the webinar will help create an understanding of the role technology can play in improving transparency, and make companies aware of their level of transparency and best practices in implementation.
“Transforming Supply Chain Sustainability through Ethical Sourcing” will feature Mr. Matt Kovac, Executive Director - Food Industry Asia (FIA) Singapore, Ms. Helena Orella Salinas, Sustainable Development Manager - Bolton Food (Spain) and Ms. Sonali Peiris, Head of Sustainability, Enterprise Risk Management & Group Initiatives - John Keells Holdings. The Keynote address to be delivered by Mr. Dilhan C. Fernando, CEO – Dilmah and Chairman - UN Global Compact Network Sri Lanka. This session will be moderated by Ms. Thamindri De Silva, General Manager MJF Charitable Foundation and Steering Committee Member - UN Global Compact Network Sri Lanka.
The public is invited to register by visiting any of the UN Global Compact Network Sri Lanka social media pages or by completing the registration form here.
Latest News
Top SL business leaders panelist at UN Global Compact Summit 2021
More than 20,000 leaders from business, government, the UN, and civil society will gather for the UN’s largest corporate sustainability event to elevate ambition for strategic collective action to get back on track after the pandemic and rebuild a just, equitable and resilient society.
‘Stronger Together’: Collaboration for the future of Sri Lanka’s plantation sector
The auction raised Rs. 2.3 million which was matched twice over by Dilmah’s MJF Charitable Foundation as part of its three year – Rs. 300 million initiative to support communities in the estate sector. The funds committed are already at work to support the plantation community with the prospect of several other plantation entities joining the effort.
Hilton supports Dilmah’s ECHS in inspiring next generation of chefs
The Hilton, Colombo supported a visit by the students of the current intakes of the Empower Culinary and Hospitality School (ECHS) which introduced them to all aspects of a hotel and its inner workings.
Community, food, and music: MJF Centre, Moratuwa to host its inaugural Night Market
On 27 March, the MJF (Merrill J. Fernando) Centre Moratuwa will host its inaugural Night Market, a street food fiesta with a cause, where residents of Moratuwa can get together for an evening of food, music, entertainment, and shopping.
Down Syndrome: Early intervention reduces disabilities
The Sunday Observer spoke to Head of Rehabilitation Services, MJF Charitable Foundation, Dr Gopi Kitnasamy who has hands on experience in dealing with Down’s Syndrome patients, especially, children who, he says, can suffer from many mental and physical disabilities, including speech disorders, gait and other associated problems if they are not treated in their early growing stage.