Ongoing Projects

Sustainable Business for Responsible Economic Development in Eastern Partnership (SustainableBiz4EaP)

Project Name: Sustainable Business for Responsible Economic Development in Eastern Partnership (SustainableBiz4EaP)

Donor: Swedish Institute

Implementers: Östgruppen (Swe), Yaroslav Mudryi National Law University (Ukr), Swedwatch (Swe), Asociatia Obsteasca Institutul pentru Busines si Drepturile Omului din Republica Moldova (Mol), Friedrich-Alexander University Erlangen-Nürnberg, Center for Human Rights Erlangen-Nürnberg (Ger), and UN Global Compact Network Georgia.

Budget: 78,500 SEK

Duration: September 1, 2024 – August 31, 2026.

About the Project:

The project aims to accelerate cooperation for the sustainable recovery of the Eastern Partnership region by addressing business-related human rights and environmental challenges.

Companies supply goods and services, create jobs, and can contribute to poverty alleviation. However, the risk of negative business impact on people and the environment is also significant and is even higher in crises, armed conflicts, or areas where the lack of the rule of law is evident.

The project combines raising awareness of human rights and environmental due diligence among business actors, trade unions, and civil society organisations; adapting and updating recommendations for different stakeholders in the region to promote corporate sustainability; and creating a Sustainable Biz Hub for communication and dialogue between stakeholders.
Collective Action Against Corruption

Project Name: Collective Action Against Corruption

Donor: Siemens Integrity Initiative

Implementer: UN Global Compact Network Georgia

Budget: 5,000 USD

Duration: 2024- 2025

About the Project:

The Siemens Integrity Initiative Grant outlines a comprehensive plan to support anti-corruption and governance efforts through capacity building, workshops, mentorship, and financial assistance. This initiative aims to strengthen collective efforts in combating corruption through structured training, workshops, mentorship, and financial backing for participation in broader forums.
Leadership for Sustainable Development in Georgia Phase II (LSDG Phase II)

Project Name: Leadership for Sustainable Development in Georgia Phase II (LSDG Phase II)

Donor: Swedish International Development Agency (SIDA)/Swedish Government)

Implementer: UN Global Compact Network Georgia

Budget: 26,700,700 SEK

Duration: 2024-2027

About the Project:

The project aims to accelerate local business impact on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by setting ambitious targets, enhancing accountability, fostering collaboration, and creating an enabling environment. It focuses on promoting corporate sustainability in Georgia through a framework that aligns businesses with SDG standards.

Key objectives include strengthening public policy on corporate sustainability via advocacy and dialogue and ensuring the sustainability of the UN Global Compact Network Georgia to drive business involvement in Agenda 2030.
Civil Society Engagement Program (CSEP) in Georgia

Project Name: Civil Society Engagement Program (CSEP) in Georgia

Donor: United States Agency for International Development (USAID)

Implementers: USAID/East-West Management Institute (EWMI), UN Global Compact Network Georgia

Budget: 650,000 USD

Duration: November 1, 2021 – September 31, 2026

About the Project:

CSEP aims to strengthen Georgian civil society by enhancing the capacity of new and existing civic actors to serve as trusted and effective representatives of citizens’ interests. The program empowers and mobilizes communities to advocate for their rights and fosters an ecosystem that enables civic actors to diversify their resources. It supports civic movements, activists, and civil society organizations (CSOs) nationwide in developing and advancing citizen-driven solutions to key concerns and priorities.

UNGCNG facilitates partnerships between civil society and the private sector to develop strategic mid- and long-term Corporate Responsibility (CR) plans. These collaborations address complex social challenges through inter-sectoral initiatives and promote impactful CR projects.