Luke Cross’ Post

🌍 Program Sustainability and Exit Strategy 🌍 I am thrilled to be part of the roll-out of Takunda RFSA’s Sustainability and Exit Strategy! 🎉 👍 As a firm believer in the power of sustainable development, I am delighted to see the Takunda project taking proactive steps toward ensuring long-term impact and self-reliance in the communities it serves. 👊 💪 The Sustainability and Exit Strategy is hinged on the local service provider model which outlines the path toward building resilient community-based systems and empowering local stakeholders and service providers to drive sustainable development. 💪 🔍 Ground truthing is important to understand local capacities, resources, linkages, context, and motivational factors as informed by the USAID/ Tufts Study (2015). Ground truthing is crucial for adaptive management providing accurate data for decision making, ensuring relevance and effectiveness of the model. (Picture: Facilitating enumerator training for data collection) 🔎 Key elements of the strategy include: ▶ Development of partnerships with government, development partners, and private sector for collaboration and strong networks for continued support and development of local service providers. ▶ Capacity building including coaching and mentoring of local service providers empowering them to take ownership of development initiatives. ▶ Commitment to knowledge sharing with stakeholders and local service providers to enable them to replicate best practices, lessons learned, and innovative approaches that have been proven successful. ▶ Rigorous monitoring and evaluation to track local service provider progress, identify challenges, and make data-driven decisions. ▶ The model emphasizes a phased approach to gradually transition program responsibilities to local service providers, ensuring a smooth and sustainable handover. This approach will help us collectively work towards a more sustainable and self-reliant future for the communities we serve. #Sustainability #ExitStrategy #Development #Partnerships #CapacityBuilding #Impact #CommunityEmpowerment

🌟 Exploring the S in ESG 🇬🇧 At Avega UK, we're committed to embedding ESG principles into our operations. While environmental and governance aspects are crucial, we shine a light 💡 on the vital role of social impact within and outside of Avega. Here's how we are leading the charge: 🌱 Prioritising our People: Our team's well-being is at the core of our business. We've designed an attractive Employee Value Proposition and teamed up with Vitality Health to boost our team's accessibility to health and wellness resources, including mental health support.   🎓 Fostering Skill Development: We're dedicated to nurturing our employees' growth by fully supporting professional studies and offering comprehensive soft skills and upskill training year-round.   🤝 Building Community Connections: Establishing a social license to operate hinges on how businesses engage with their people, suppliers, customers, and communities. We're partnering with local charities for initiatives like Thames water/City clean-ups, Cancer Research challenges, and volunteering for local causes.   📣 Advocating Awareness and Diversity: We're integrating sustainable practices into our work environment and daily routines. Our culture embodies social considerations, with a robust D&I strategy, inclusive policies, training, and mentorship programs, actively contributing to positive societal change. How can businesses enhance social impact? Join us in the dialogue for sustainable business practices. AVEGA Luxembourg #SocialImpact #LondonStartup #ESG #Sustainability #CorporateResponsibility #CommunityEngagement #DiversityAndInclusion #Innovation #EmployeeWellbeing #ProfessionalDevelopment #MentalHealthAwareness #CharityInitiatives #SocialResponsibility #InclusiveWorkplace #SustainableBusiness #Leadership #CorporateSocialResponsibility #WorkplaceCulture

We are winding up our second panel discussion between ; Onneetse Ndadi On Sustainable Enterprising 💲🌍♻️🌱📊📈📉 , Gaofenngwe kabubi , Tshephang Gasenna , Tshepo Tsheko , Wada Kealotswe . 'A sustainable business model for product development, operations efficiency and competitiveness'. The bottom line is that sustainability is good for your bottom line . If you are still not sure, talk to us. Thank you to our stellar panel for keeping us on the edge of our seats with their engaging contributions. Le ka moso. #circulareconomy #circularity #esg #sustainablebusiness #operationalefficiency

𝗧𝗔𝗨𝗪 𝗯𝗼𝗼𝘀𝘁𝘀 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗶𝘁𝘀 𝗯𝘆 𝗴𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝗶𝗻𝗱𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘆 𝗶𝗻 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟯 🌍📊 𝘞𝘦'𝘳𝘦 𝘦𝘹𝘤𝘪𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘵𝘰 𝘴𝘩𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘓𝘪𝘷𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘈𝘮𝘣𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘙𝘦𝘱𝘰𝘳𝘵! 💻📱 This report goes beyond financials, showcasing our achievements in 2023, our commitment to sustainability, impactful projects, collaborations, employee stories, and more about our ongoing journey.   TAUW had a successful fiscal year in 2023. Our revenue climbed to EUR 160.4 million, and our workforce increased to 1,337 dedicated professionals by the end of 2023. With our employees, clients and partners, TAUW makes a positive impact on the vital living environment.   ➡ Read more: 𝙊𝙪𝙧 𝙣𝙚𝙬𝙨 𝙞𝙩𝙚𝙢: https://lnkd.in/eZT2bur5 𝙊𝙪𝙧 𝙡𝙞𝙫𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙖𝙢𝙗𝙞𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙧𝙚𝙥𝙤𝙧𝙩: https://lnkd.in/eSZUXtBf   #annualreport2023 #TAUW #alivingambition #sustainability

Today, we can proudly announce that Cofinimmo has made the final list of the TIME - World's Most Sustainable Companies! This ranking recognises leading companies in corporate social responsibility from over 30 countries. Companies were assessed in more than 20 key performance indicators related to sustainability, such as compliance with international reporting standards, emissions or commitment to goals and initiatives. Based on this multi-layered analysis, a score was determined for each company. Out of over 5,000 companies assessed, the top 500 were awarded. Check the TIME's article to discover all the companies awarded 👉 https://ow.ly/VPxh50SpOqQ #Cofinimmo #TogetherInRealEstate #SustainableCompany #Award

🌟 Anthi Trokoudi, Chief Communications & Sustainability Officer at Growthfund, presented how ESG serves as a reform tool in State-Owned Enterprises within its portfolio. 📅 At a recent event organized by Growthfund (Υπερταμείο) – The National Fund of Greece, Anthi Trokoudi highlighted how integrating ESG criteria contributes to the upgrade and modernization of the Group SOEs. 📈 Specialized ESG action plans and KPIs include: 🌍 Carbon Footprint Measurements for Scope 1 & 2, 🚀 Roadmaps for reducing carbon footprint, 👥 Customer/Citizen Satisfaction Surveys, 📊 Interventions to improve infrastructure for People with Disabilities. 🔗 For more details, view the presentation here: https://lnkd.in/dQyi7vcj #ESG #Growthfund #GrowthfundGroup #StateOwnedEnterprises #Sustainability **🙏Grateful to all the team members from the Growthfund Group for this Journey To Sustainability (check the first comment below👇🏻 )

Free business development in sustainability! 🚀 Region Kronoberg has once again launched its successful initiative, Konsulttimmen. Over 20 consultants in various expertise areas are ready to assist the businesses in the county. Akatingo International and I, Torun Israelsson, are happy and proud to be available as consultants and advisors in the field of sustainability, whether you're a budding entrepreneur or run an established business. WHAT CAN YOU GET HELP WITH In Konsulttimmen, we discuss what you want and need. Here are some areas to be inspired by: ✅ Business development with sustainability focus ✅ Development of sustainability strategies ✅ Leadership development in driving sustainability issues and change ✅ Implementation of circular economy ✅ Climate work based on scientific grounds (Science Based Targets) WHY SUSTAINABILITY It's been a long time since anyone thought sustainability was a trend. Now it's clear that sustainability is business-critical to ensure long-term success and growth. Where do you and your company stand today? What do you want to develop? WHO CAN APPLY Through Konsulttimmen, you as a business owner in Kronoberg can receive free expert advice. Konsulttimmen is aimed at you with an F-tax certificate, regardless of company form, who has your finances balanced and has 0-49 employees. HOW TO APPLY 📞 Contact Konsulttimmen to get started! https://lnkd.in/dsa5cVw6 I look forward to speaking with you. Together, we can make a difference and create a positive impact on our world! #Sustainability #BusinessDevelopment #Konsulttimmen #RegionKronoberg #AkatingoInternational #AkatingoSverige #ImpactSverige

[Article] 💡 "We still have much to learn about what we do and do not need. That is precisely the context that offers opportunities for our employees to work on their own sustainable careers within the ESG reporting narrative." - Jean-Paul Corin, HR Director at Duomed While in many companies, the finance department takes the lead in sustainability reporting, Duomed's finance department mainly plays the role of data provider. The members of the Sustainability Team at Duomed personally reached out to be a part of it. "The fact that they can evolve within their jobs and work on a topic they are passionate about, allows us to make and keep them happy." ➡️ Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/e4b5nz39 #TriFinance #sustainablecareers #TalentPerspectives2024

Let’s explore the differences between Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Sustainability🔁. Swipe ➡️ to discover how businesses are embracing eco-friendly practices while making a positive impact on society at https://lnkd.in/g5_YTxzk ! 🌍✨ Connect with Funding Societies | Modalku Group’s ecosystem and expand your business through our financing solutions, or take part and collaborate together on sustainability initiatives. We also invite you to stay up to date with our sustainability activities through our blog page and our social media channels. #CSR #Sustainability #SocialResponsibility #ESG #FundingSocieties #Modalku #FSMK #esginvesting

TAHITO: Investing with Purpose in Aotearoa NZ Are you seeking investments that align with your values and make a real difference? Look no further than TAHITO, New Zealand's leading Māori values-based investing company. Mātauranga Māori Guiding the Way: Our approach harnesses the wisdom of indigenous knowledge to build ethical investment funds and financial services that create positive impact. We don't just talk sustainability, we live it. Honored Recognition: Our commitment to ethical investing has garnered prestigious awards like the RIAA Responsible Investment Leader and Mindful Money's Best Ethical Retail Investment Fund Provider. Empowering Investors, Thriving Communities: By investing with TAHITO,  you're not just growing your wealth,you're contributing to a more equitable and sustainable future for Aotearoa. We empower individuals and communities,fostering financial well-being alongside environmental and social responsibility. Join the Movement: Explore our investment funds, learn about our values, and discover how you can be part of TAHITO's journey. Visit our website: https://tahito.co.nz/ #ethicalinvesting #tahito #maoribusiness #sustainablefinance #aotearoa #newzealand