World Sustainable Contracting Hub


GLOBAL | ONLINE | FREE AND OPEN TO ALL

 

With the world navigating unprecedented regulatory changes, the focus on sustainable contracting has never been more critical.

From One Day of Inspiration to a Year of Impact

The World Sustainable Contracting Hub (WSCH) is the next evolution of World Sustainable Contracting Day (WSCD). Connecting global professionals, partners, and innovators who are driving sustainability through better contracts.

For four years, WSCD inspired thousands through one powerful day of dialogue. In 2026, we expand that vision into a year-round digital community, with high-impact sessions culminating in our global celebration, World Sustainable Contracting Day, 12 & 13 May 2026.

What’s New in 2026
Instead of a single day of discussion, we’re creating a living, connected learning experience, building momentum, sharing insights, and delivering measurable impact all year long.

The World Sustainable Contracting Hub offers:

  • Live sessions: Global webinars, workshops, and case clinics throughout the year.
  • Regional focus: APAC, EMEA, and Americas spotlights across key sessions.
  • On-demand access: Watch anytime, anywhere, with takeaways and tools.
  • Partner collaboration: Co-created sessions and shared visibility.
  • Uniting our global community: Two regional broadcasts celebrating our annual World Sustainable Contracting Day.


All sessions are free to attend and closed captions are available in 11 languages. Receive a total of 4 CPD points that count towards WorldCC certification.

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Who Should Join
  • Commercial, contract, and procurement professionals.
  • Legal and risk specialists advancing ESG objectives.
  • Sustainability and CSR leaders shaping strategy and practice.
  • Suppliers and partners aligning to responsible business goals



Upcoming sessions

Shared responsibility starts here: how the RCP Toolkit can transform your contracts
09 September

This practical, action-oriented webinar will introduce the 4Rs of Responsible Contracting—shared responsibility, responsible purchasing practices, remediation first, and responsible exit—and show how they transform contracts from risk-transfer tools into engines for better outcomes for people and the planet.

Whether you're in legal, procurement, sustainability, compliance, or supplier management, this session will show you exactly how to turn Responsible Contracting from an aspiration into a practical, scalable part of your supply-chain strategy.

Empowering global supply chains: sourcing strategies that drive SME growth and innovation
20 October

By intentionally partnering with small and medium enterprises (SMEs), particularly women-owned businesses, companies can unlock innovation, strengthen resilience, and create meaningful economic impact across their supply networks.

This session is ideal for procurement, contracting, supply chain, and commerce professionals looking to raise the bar for what global sourcing can achieve—turning supplier diversity and inclusion into a source of competitive advantage and lasting impact.

Advancing Leadership: Breaking Barriers, Building Pathways
22 October

Whether you are a leader, an aspiring leader, or an inclusion champion, this session will offer insights and actionable ideas to help drive more balanced, resilient, and inclusive leadership.

The conversation will highlight practical career support and how to navigate frequent obstacles, such as leadership confidence, caregiving responsibilities, and career breaks. Mentorship and sponsorship will be a key focus, showcasing how meaningful guidance, advocacy, and cross-generational support can accelerate careers.

Jargonfree sustainable contracts: a hands-on toolkit to make contracts drive impact
11 November

In this interactive session, participants will explore a web-based toolkit that makes sustainable contracting clear, practical, and actionable. The toolkit is minimalist, low-maintenance, and built to last—without frequent updates—so organizations can integrate sustainability directly into contracts and supplier codes of conduct.

Tailored views for executives, sustainability teams, and contract users ensure that every participant can find immediate value.

Shaping Systems, Driving Change: Meet the Women Leading Public Policy and Procurement
05 November

Learn how our Inspiring Women are leading efforts that go beyond compliance, transforming how governments and organisations operate, invest, and respond to societal needs. Beyond policy and procedures, this conversation highlights the ripple effects of women’s leadership: expanding career pathways, inspiring future leaders, and creating inclusive environments where diverse voices are central to decision-making.

Together, we’ll discuss the strategies, challenges, and successes of women driving meaningful change.

WSCD 2026 on demand

World Sustainable Contracting Day 2026

This year we were joined by exceptional group of leaders from legal, procurement, sustainability, NGO and Government to reflect on how sustainable outcomes have evolved over the past five years—and what it will take to lead through the next five.

From reimagining risk and resilience in global supply chains to deploying emerging technologies responsibly, we explored how organisations can build contracting frameworks that foster trust, inclusivity, and long-term value.

Watch the APAC or EMEA/Americas session.

Past sessions

Strengthening the Future of Contracting Through Inspired Leadership
22 January

Unveiling the 2026 cohort of Inspiring Women – a community of distinguished leaders, innovators, and change-makers who have demonstrated leadership, resilience, and a commitment to driving positive impact.

Helping fathers find balance, clarity, and resilience in an unpredictable business world
27 January

Rob Taylor, father of four, entrepreneur, and creator of The Dad Lens Survey Report shares insights into how fathers in high-stakes industries can navigate pressure while maintaining focus on what matters most: family, self, and sustainable success.

Beyond tier one: a practical playbook for tier 2 and supply chain visibility
17 February 

Designed for practitioners who want clear, realistic “how-to” guidance, this session arms you with a practical toolkit to build deeper supply chain transparency and strengthen your organisation’s response to modern slavery risk.

International Women’s Day
2026
09 March

Rights. Justice. Action. For ALL Women and Girls. Whether it’s through policy, advocacy, community action, or everyday leadership, this session will inspire action and invite participants to reflect on how we can collectively support rights and justice for ALL women and girls.

Contracts that create sustainable outcomes: advancing responsible & inclusive contracting
25 March

Featuring experts from The Chancery Lane Project, the Responsible Contracting Project, and JARGONFREE we examine what contracts and codes of conduct look like today—and how they must evolve to meaningfully support sustainable development and responsible business.

CBAM Is Here: What EU and UK Carbon Border Rules Mean for Trade and Contracts
09 April

Explore the practical, commercial, and contractual implications of both regimes. We'll cover carbon cost pass-through, emissions data transparency, compliance risk, and contract negotiations — helping legal, commercial, and contract management professionals treat CBAM as the evolving business reality it is.

Paraguay Case Study: Transforming Public Spending Accountability using Data, Tech and Engagement
14 May

Discover how reAcción, a grassroots organization in Paraguay, transformed education spending oversight leading to a 400% improvement in proper fund use, expansion to Paraguay’s major cities, and the creation of FOCO, a national platform enabling citizens to track school infrastructure and feeding programs.

Launch of the JARGONFREE Compass for Sustainable Contracting
27 May

The JARGONFREE Compass for Sustainable Contracting (published in collaboration with the WorldCC Foundation) is an interactive, guided toolkit that helps companies turn broad sustainability commitments into contracts that actually guide action.

The Future of Work in an AI World: Leadership, Equity, and Impact
25 June

Explore the importance of closing the gender gap in AI adoption and digital access, and why equitable participation in technological transformation is essential to building sustainable, future-ready organisations worldwide.

Driving social, environmental, and commercial value through strategic supplier diversity
21 July

Gain practical guidance for embedding social procurement into leadership practice and enabling supplier ecosystems that reflect diversity, sustainability, and long-term resilience.

Expert Speakers

Becky Annison

Director of Engagement
The Chancery Lane Project

Mardi Brown

Co-Founder
PonyUp for Good

Ro Coroneos

Principal
Praxis ESG

Sharyn County

General Manager Procurement & Real Estate
APA Group

Sarah Dadush

Professor and Director
Rutgers Law School; Responsible Contracting Project

Aidan Eyakuze

CEO
Open Government Partnership

Rebecca Green

Head of Transformation and Advocacy,
Social Traders

David Riveros García

Founder & Executive Director
reAcción Paraguay

Sally Guyer

CEO
World Commerce & Contracting

Helena Haapio

Contract Strategist, Lexpert Ltd | Professor of Practice
Strategic Business Law, University of Vaasa; Jargonfree Project

Oscar Hernandez

Director of LatAm,
Open Contracting Partnership

Cat Harding

Co-Founder
PonyUp for Good

Anne Ketola

Senior Researcher
Tampere University; Jargonfree Project

Nikki Mackay

Chief Development Officer
WorldCC Foundation

Sharon Morris

APAC Group Regional Head,
World Commerce & Contracting

Mrinalini (Minnie) Venkatachalam,

Regional Director - South East Asia, North Asia and Oceania
WeConnect International

Caroline Nicholas

Public Procurement law and policy expert; Board of Directors
Open Contracting Partnership

Faith Taylor

Global Citizenship & Sustainability
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Rob Taylor

Founder
The Dad Lens Survey Report

Event partners

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The World Sustainable Contracting Hub provides a unique platform for year-round visibility, thought leadership, and impact. Learn more about how you can support the Foundation through Funding the Hub.

Partner once. Be visible all year, reach out to us at events@worldcc.com.

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World Sustainable Contracting through the years

Revisit the last four years of presentations, panel discussions and more, dedicated to tackling the challenges of implementing Environmental, Social and Governance into Commercial & Contracting practices.

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Tools and Resources

2024 Annual Report

We strive to fully disclose the source, amount, and purpose of our funding. Our financial reporting and planning data are included as part of our Annual Reports.

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Better Contract Design Mark

Our Better Contract Design Mark recognizes contracts that are designed to make business easier for all.

Find out more

Tips & Checklists

Our actionable guides break down complex topics into clear, executable steps.

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Sustainability Clause Library

Curated by WorldCC Foundation, this library is an ongoing collection of sustainability clauses dedicated to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) considerations

Explore

Contracting Principles

Contracting Principles support and streamline the drafting and negotiation of your contracts. These industry-adopted and commercially practical recommendations for buyers and sellers reduce the time it takes to reach an agreement.

Explore

Design Pattern Library

An ongoing collection of effective, repeatable solutions to commonly occurring usability and understandability problems in contracts.

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News from WorldCC

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Commercial Awareness

Empowering you to understanding the big picture, recognizing risks, and spotting opportunities.

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MOOC

Contract Management: Building Relationships in Business. Free 3-week online course to understand contract management processes, gain the confidence to develop new contracts and build successful business relationships.

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