S1, EP. 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth

Will focusing on growth alone help us meet the objectives set out in SDG 8, such as promoting sustained, inclusive, and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment, and decent work for all? The answer is no, it will not. Hear why from Linda Germanis, Private Sector Engagement Specialist at the UN Development Program in Bangladesh, and Brittany Burns, Director of Strategy at Fashion For Good.

Om Podcasten

This year, GRI is launching the second podcast series, building on our expertise in sustainability topics and SDG reporting, including the reporting tools mapping SDG targets to GRI disclosures as the basis. The new series will consist of 6 episodes with speakers, featuring business, civil society, international organizations, financial institutions and other organizations. The topics will cover human rights due diligence, agriculture and food, climate change, labour, and tax. The podcast is also aimed at creating awareness of the importance of impact reporting in relation to the SDGs. Double materiality and corporate reporting landscape will be highlighted as the context critical to understanding societal expectations and stakeholder requirements with regard to sustainability disclosure