Join us for this live written discussion with a panel of experts to explore the business case for paying living wages, and how can businesses can implement living wages across their value chains.
LIVE Panel
Thursday 14th September, 10am to 11am EDT / 3pm to 4 pm BST
Background
The business case for paying living wages is that it can improve employee morale, reduce turnover, and enhance a company’s reputation and brand image. To implement living wages, businesses can conduct a cost-benefit analysis, determine a fair wage based on the local cost of living, and engage with suppliers and contractors to ensure that fair wages are being paid throughout the value chain. Additionally, companies can also invest in employee training and development programs to enhance the skills of their workforce and increase productivity.
Join us for our discussion with a panel of experts to explore these issues and the implications for business action.
Panel
- Abir Chowdhury, URC
- Chioma Izuwah, Business Fights Poverty Community Member
- Flora von Michel, Business Fights Poverty Community Member
- Haron Muturi, Wake and Shine SHG, Junior Leader, Tharaka Nithi
- Francesca New, Mars
- Martine Parry, Fairtrade
- Moses Wamari, Decent Work Researcher, The Youth Cafe
- Sherif Muçalla, Researcher
- Tolu Seun, Business Fights Poverty Community Member
Moderator: Business Fights Poverty
Questions
- What is the business case for paying living wages?
- How can businesses implement living wages across their value chains? And what are some of the best examples?
- How can we better work together to support living wages across the value chain?
Format
This is a text-based discussion which remains open, so please do continue to share your insights.
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