What is Business Fights Poverty?
Business Fights Poverty is a vibrant global community that brings together socially responsible businesses, NGOs, and individuals who share a vision for an equitable, resilient, and sustainable future. Founded as an award-winning UK B Corp, this project operates within the management consulting space for the for-profits industry, boasting a B Corp score of 122.2. It’s all about harnessing the power of collaboration to tackle poverty, drive equity, and build resilience. The community thrives on collective learning, innovation, and action, focusing on inclusive business models, social entrepreneurship, and shared value creation. Simply put, it’s where business meets purpose, and where social impact strategies come to life.
Main Benefits of Joining the Climate Series 2025
Business Fights Poverty’s Climate Series 2025, happening from November 11 to 19, offers a unique platform to dive deep into pressing social and environmental challenges. Here’s what makes it stand out:
- Over 30,000 individuals from business, civil society, and government engaged globally
- Cutting-edge insights on sustainable business practices and social impact strategies
- Rapid collaborations that drive meaningful action and innovation
- Focus on tackling gender inequality and climate crisis within supply chains
- Exploration of agroecology as a pathway to sustainable food systems
- Discussions on building transitions beyond net zero, where people and nature thrive
- Access to peer learning platforms and strategic guidance to maximize impact
Highlights from the Community
The Climate Series 2025 showcases a range of compelling topics that reflect the community’s commitment to real-world impact. From “The Highway to the Blue Zone,” which explores resilient business signals, to lessons from the Amazon on climate strategies, the series covers diverse perspectives. It also tackles how credible sustainability systems can strengthen climate commitments and reimagines housing solutions in places like Ibiza. These conversations are more than just talk—they’re about turning potential into prosperity and building a fairer, more resilient future through five bridges to 2045.
Collective Learning and Collaboration
One of the core strengths of Business Fights Poverty lies in its collective learning approach. Members stay ahead of the curve by accessing the latest thinking, best practices, and peer insights on social impact and sustainability. This isn’t your typical webinar series; it’s a dynamic platform where companies, NGOs, and individuals share knowledge, deepen relationships, and co-create solutions. The community’s rapid convenings and curated events foster an environment where innovation thrives and lasting positive impact is born.
Addressing the Challenges We Face
The project recognizes a confluence of challenges driving a “poverty tsunami” that threatens vulnerable communities worldwide. Business Fights Poverty leads efforts to understand these trends from a business perspective, enabling companies to take meaningful action. By focusing on inclusive business, social entrepreneurship, and shared value, it helps businesses navigate complex social and environmental issues while promoting equity and resilience. This proactive stance is crucial in today’s rapidly changing global landscape.
Project Impact and Alignment with SDGs
- SDG 1: No Poverty – Directly tackling poverty through inclusive business models
- SDG 5: Gender Equality – Addressing gender inequality in supply chains and beyond
- SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth – Promoting social entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship
- SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production – Encouraging sustainable business practices
- SDG 13: Climate Action – Driving climate strategies and resilience-building initiatives
- SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals – Harnessing collaboration across sectors for greater impact
Looking Ahead: Join the Journey
Business Fights Poverty isn’t just a project—it’s a movement. It invites companies and individuals to be part of a transformative journey toward an inclusive, equitable, and regenerative economy. With a focus on social impact, sustainability, and collaborative innovation, it’s shaping the future of business in a way that puts people and the planet at the center. So, whether you’re passionate about social enterprise, the SDGs, or just want to see how business can be a force for good, this community offers a space to learn, connect, and act.
