The upcoming Sustainability Committee Meeting will shed light on the importance of collaboration with non-governmental organizations (NGOs) to support vulnerable children.

Within the Philippine context, the collaboration between NGOs plays a vital role in addressing the complex needs and challenges faced by the marginalized group. These collaborative efforts involve multiple NGOs working together towards a common objective of enhancing the well-being and rights of children, ensuring their access to education, healthcare, shelter, and protection.

By establishing networks and forging partnerships, NGOs are able to pool their resources, expertise, and knowledge, thereby magnifying the impact of their programs and services. These collaborative endeavors encompass various activities, including advocacy, providing comprehensive support services, prioritizing prevention and early intervention, conducting research and data sharing, responding to emergencies, and focusing on capacity building. Through these combined efforts, NGOs create a more comprehensive and sustainable support system, amplifying their influence and positively transforming the lives of vulnerable children across the entire country.

Distinguished speakers include Ms. Laura Baptiste, Partnership & Fundraising – Global Operations at Life Project 4 Youth Alliance, Ms. Dina Osabel, International Freight Forwarding Operator at Bollore, and Mr. Admore Alzate, Head of Corporate Relations at SOS Children's Villages Philippines.

Ms. Laura and Ms. Dina will discuss the potential of companies in promoting youth inclusion and addressing the challenges faced by NGOs in this field. They will emphasize the importance of fostering collaboration and finding common ground to effectively address the needs of vulnerable youth. Additionally, they will provide concrete strategies to enhance CSR policies that align with the immense potential of the youth.

Mr. Admore will provide a concise history of SOS Children's Villages and offer an overview of their operations in the Philippines. He will shed light on the organization's three key pillars of action: Prevention, Protection, and Advocacy. He will also highlight the opportunities for collaboration and emphasize the importance of collective efforts in achieving the goals of SOS programs.

NordCham invites all government, private sector stakeholders, sustainability professionals and advocates, and anyone interested in making a difference. Join this in-person event at AstraZeneca Office, 16/F Inoza Tower, 40th Street, BGC on 26 July 2023 (Wednesday) from 3:30 – 6:00 PM.

The Committee is intended for business partners of NordCham, but guests with strong sustainability interests are also accepted. Interested guests are welcome to contact Executive Director, Jesper Svenningsen at js@nordcham.com.ph.

Questions regarding the event may be directed to Knaebel Munda, knaebel.munda@nordcham.com.ph.