The United Nations Global Compact (UNGC) is the world’s largest corporate sustainability initiative, bringing together companies, UN entities, labor organizations, and civil society to advance responsible business practices.
In an address to the World Economic Forum on January 31st, 1999, United Nations Secretary-General Kofi Annan challenged business leaders to join an international initiative, the UN Global Compact, that would bring companies together with UN agencies, international labor organizations, and civil society to support universal environmental and social principles. Today, thousands of companies and organizations from all regions of the world, are engaged in the UN Global Compact, working to advance Ten Principles in the areas of human rights, labor, the environment, and anti-corruption.
Today, more than 20,000 companies across 160+ countries are part of this global effort, working to strengthen business practices, manage risk, and contribute to more stable and resilient markets.
UN Global Compact Network USA (Network USA) is the U.S. Local Network of the UN Global Compact, connecting U.S.-based companies to this global initiative.
We work with companies to move from commitment to implementation, providing access to peer exchange, practical guidance, and U.S.-based engagement opportunities that align global principles with local business realities.
Through Network USA, companies can:
Our approach is built for how companies operate today:
UN Global Compact Network USA is an independent 501(c)(3) organization, working in close coordination with the UN Global Compact and serving as the primary point of contact for U.S.-headquartered participants.
