The UN recognizes that the private sector is critical to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Similarly, corporations are expanding their sustainability leadership and aligning their business models with the new SDG Agenda. Collaboration across sectors is more critical than ever and BCUN is, alongside UN entities such as the UN Global Compact, a unique facilitator for corporate engagement at the UN and on the SDGs.
BCUN members receive targeted opportunities to connect with the UN network and contribute their expertise and perspectives. Members participate in substantive dialogue with UN and UN Foundation leaders, as well as the diplomatic and expert community about major global priorities – including climate, global health, gender equality, the role of technology and global cooperation. BCUN works to ensure that private sector voices and perspectives are represented in a timely manner at significant UN-led policy initiatives, including High-level Panels and High-level Meetings of the UN General Assembly. And members enjoy visibility opportunities for their sustainability leadership at key meetings and events.
“Without the private sector we will not have the necessary innovation, we will not have the necessary capacity to discover new markets, new products, new services and to be able to develop new areas in the economy. Without the private sector, we will not create enough jobs, we will not bring enough dynamism and stability to the societies that need to be enhanced with the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals. ”
— ANTÓNIO GUTERRES, UNITED NATIONS SECRETARY-GENERAL
