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Sustainability Matters Webinar | Sustainability Matters
Responsible Sourcing in Bangladesh: Lessons from Rana Plaza Learn more
In the weeks since the building collapse that killed more than 1,000 apparel workers in Bangladesh, BSR has expressed our view that this tragedy arose from a systemic failure. Lasting solutions to prevent further calamities—and ensure fair treatment of workers—require that business, government, civil society, and consumers take action on many different fronts.
Sustainability Matters Webinar | Sustainability Matters
Investing in Women’s Empowerment in Trade Zones: Research from BSR Learn more
In 2010 and 2011, BSR worked with the World Bank Group’s International Finance Corporation (IFC) to identify and reduce gender-based barriers to economic progress. Through our research partnership, we documented practical examples and recommendations on how to use special economic zones to promote better gender-adjusted labor practices and business performance.
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BSR Conference 2011: Leadership Required Learn more
Leadership in business is changing fast.
In today’s global, integrated, and transparent world, business is expected to do more than deliver shareholder returns. At its best, business is a creative force and an integral player in delivering prosperity for 9 billion people, applying game-changing technologies for social benefit, and radically reducing our use of natural resources.
Webinar | Sustainability Matters
CANCELLED: The Power of Women as Consumers Learn more
Women represent the largest market opportunity in the world. Globally, they control US$20 trillion in annual consumer spending, and this number could rise to US$28 trillion in the next five years. Today’s marketplace is being transformed by the fact that globally 1 billion women participate in the workforce—this number will likely grow to 1.2 billion in the next five years. Women’s earned income is also rising, growing at 8.1 percent versus 5.8 percent for men. This has tremendous implications for women’s purchasing power.
Webinar | Sustainability Matters
Opportunities to Improve Women’s Health in Factories: Moving Beyond HERproject Learn more
BSR's HERproject provides health education to female factory workers in Bangladesh, China, Egypt, India, Pakistan, and Vietnam. Through our programs and local partners, we've learned what the unique health needs of women workers are, how these needs are being met, and how they relate to compliance.
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