IICA Organizes Workshop on Business Responsibility and Sustainability Reporting (BRSR)

The Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs (IICA) conducted a workshop on Business Responsibility and Sustainability Reporting (BRSR) in partnership with UNICEF and the National Stock Exchange (NSE). This event took place at the NSE premises in Mumbai on September 12, 2023. The workshop witnessed the participation of over 50 professionals specializing in Sustainability, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG), and Business Human Rights (BHR) from prominent corporate organizations.

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About the Workshop on Business Responsibility and Sustainability Reporting (BRSR)

Key Objectives

Provide a comprehensive understanding of the Business Responsibility and Sustainability Reporting framework.
Emphasize the BRSR framework’s alignment with the nine principles of the National Guidelines for Responsible Business Conduct (NGRBC).
Highlight that the BRSR framework is mandatory for the top 1000 listed companies or businesses.
Promote the reporting of performance on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) aspects.
Encourage companies to demonstrate their commitment to responsible business practices through BRSR.

Workshop Highlights

The role of CSR and ESG in establishing responsible brands.
Effective BRSR disclosures.
Utilizing digital tools and IT portal/software for BRSR.
The application of family-friendly policies in business.

Overall, the workshop aimed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to understand and implement the BRSR framework effectively, promoting responsible and sustainable business practices among top-listed companies and businesses.

Conclusion of the Workshop on BRSR

The workshop concluded with several engaging activities, including:

An interactive learning recap to reinforce key takeaways.
Peer networking opportunities for participants to connect and exchange insights.
An open house session for discussions and questions.

Participants expressed their appreciation for the quality and relevance of the workshop’s content and delivery. This workshop was part of an ongoing collaboration between the Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs (IICA) and UNICEF. It focused on promoting responsible business conduct among corporates and relevant stakeholders in India.

Furthermore, more workshops on Business Responsibility and Sustainability Reporting are scheduled in different cities across India, including Indore on September 20th, Delhi on September 26th, and Bengaluru on September 29th. These workshops will continue to contribute to the dissemination of knowledge and best practices in the realm of responsible business conduct.

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