Striving for an inclusive economy where people positive businesses thrive
As a purpose-driven enterprise that supports other purpose-driven businesses and entrepreneurs, for FairChange, mission, vision and values are more than words. I believe values must inspire our daily actions in life and work, and our vision is the North Star that leads the way.
At FairChange, I partner with individuals and organizations that share this common vision. Here is what we stand for:
My purpose: your growth as an impact leader
At FairChange, my mission is to support your business in creating sustainable social impact with strategies and tools to improve the lives of workers, suppliers, consumers, and local communities.
Together with stakeholders from the private, public and social sectors, FairChange works towards a shared vision: a world where global and local economies are just and inclusive, and business is done in a people and planet positive way.
It doesn’t matter if you’re a large or small company or in which sector and geography you operate. What does matter is having an authentic commitment to drive positive change beyond legal compliance, tax-deductible philanthropy, and marketing targets.
What makes the difference is a heartfelt engagement with the people inside and outside your organization.
If you are that company, I’d love to work with you. At FairChange, your growth as a social impact leader is my purpose.
The values that inspire FairChange
Integrity, Respect, and Co-creation are core values that inspire my work and actions at FairChange. They guide my engagement with clients, colleagues, partners, and the people my enterprise supports. When I team up with other experts to deliver FairChange services, I expect them to honour these values, too.
It means that honesty and ethical behaviour are the foundations of our activities (Integrity) and that we put the dignity of the people we work for and work with first, no matter who they are (Respect). We collaborate to achieve common goals, valuing the work of each contributor (Co-creation).
Excellence is another core value I hold high. You can expect FairChange to deliver high quality and if needed, go the extra mile to best serve you as a client.
Last but not least, care for people and the planet is a key value that always inspires the design and delivery of FairChange services and products.
Aligned with International Responsible Business standards
Globally recognized norms and standards guide my work at FairChange and my actions as a social impact professional. I promote their uptake by clients and partners.
Among these are the United Nations Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) and the Covenants on Social, Economic and Cultural Rights, and on Civil and Political Rights.
Also key to FairChange’s work are the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights (UNGP) and the OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enterprises on Responsible Business Conduct are also key to my work with FairChange.
Although FairChange is not a B Corp, it endorses the B Corporation standards that define social, environmental, and governance best practices for businesses.
Last but not least, at FairChange I inspire businesses and entrepreneurs to align their strategies with the United Nations Agenda 2030 and the 17 Sustainable Development Goals.
At FairChange, I combine up-to-date expertise on responsible business standards with in-field experience. Global knowledge with local experience. And rigorous drive for quality with a heartfelt personal touch. This is how I strive to live my mission and values every day.
Another world is not only possible, she is on her way. On a quiet day, I can hear her breathing.
Arundhati Roy, Indian writer and activist