Two of Staffordshire Chambers’ employees have joined the Young SDG Innovators Programme that helps young talent to collaborate and accelerate business innovation towards the Sustainable Development Goals.
Our young innovators, Project Administrator, Rosie Morris and External Affairs & Comms Advisor, Rhouda Elalfy are working alongside industry leaders to help enhance knowledge and understanding in the organisation, which in turn, we can share with the Staffordshire business community. The first camp took place virtually on the 9th and 10th of February and allowed all innovators from companies across the nation to connect and collaborate on ideas and projects which relate to their company and industry, as well as build new relationships through networking opportunities.
The aim of the project is to connect young minds in leading industries and companies to incorporate ways of sustainable thinking into their workplace.
The Sustainable Development Goals are a collection of 17 interlinked global goals designed to be a “blueprint to achieve a better and more sustainable future for all”
By taking part in the Innovators Programme, Rosie and Rhouda will focus on SDG 8, Decent Work and Economic Growth, and SDG 11, Sustainable Cities and Communities, which will help transform the work of the Chamber in our business community. The project aims to transform the region to become a greener, healthier and more sustainable area to live and work in.
Sara Williams, CEO of Staffordshire Chambers of Commerce, said: “Since COP26 took place last year, there has been increasing pressure from policies on transparency, accountability and environmental responsibility. Any company that wants to ensure that its performance remains stable and continuous must step up and make sure that they will be relevant in the future.
“One trend that we have seen become more visible over the last couple of years is the interest and passion that the younger generation have towards sustainability being at the centre of the organisations that they shop from, work for and support. Having two of our own young employees at the Chambers take part in the programme to help us play our part in shaping a sustainable future in Staffordshire is truly inspiring.”
Rosie Morris, Project Administrator, said: “Being part of this global project is incredibly eye-opening. Our first camp introduced us to so many young people working in different organisations across the country, all of which have the same goal of making an impact in our place of work to secure a better future for the next generations. We are so excited to develop our project further and we look forward to the next few camps continuing to share ideas and learn from each other.”
To find out more about the Young SDG Innovators Programme visit https://bit.ly/34yeylK or if you would like to discuss sustainability within your business get in touch with Staffordshire Chambers on 01782 202222.
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