--- title: World Sustainable Contracting Day description: World Sustainable Contracting Day is an annual, one-day global event dedicated to advancing sustainability within commercial and contracting practices. image: https://info.worldcc.com/hubfs/WSCD-photo-mid-res-1.jpg --- [![WorldCC-Foundation-logo-col-hrz](https://info.worldcc.com/hs-fs/hubfs/WorldCC-Foundation-logo-col-hrz.png?width=879&height=249&name=WorldCC-Foundation-logo-col-hrz.png "WorldCC-Foundation-logo-col-hrz")](https://www.worldcc.foundation/) # World Commerce & Contracting [![WorldCC-Foundation-logo-col-hrz](https://info.worldcc.com/hs-fs/hubfs/WorldCC-Foundation-logo-col-hrz.png?width=500&height=142&name=WorldCC-Foundation-logo-col-hrz.png "WorldCC-Foundation-logo-col-hrz")](https://www.worldcc.foundation/) This is a search field with an auto-suggest feature attached. - There are no suggestions because the search field is empty. - [About us](https://www.worldcc.foundation/About-us) - [How we help](https://www.worldcc.foundation/How-we-help) - [News & Community](https://www.worldcc.foundation/News-Community) - [Our events](https://www.worldcc.foundation/News-Community/Our-Events) - [WorldCC](https://www.worldcc.com/) This is a search field with an auto-suggest feature attached. - There are no suggestions because the search field is empty. # World Sustainable Contracting Hub GLOBAL | ONLINE | FREE AND OPEN TO ALL   **[Upcoming sessions](https://info.worldcc.com/wscd-2026#SESSIONS)   |    [Past sessions](https://info.worldcc.com/wscd-2026#RECORDINGS)   |   [Partner with us](https://info.worldcc.com/wscd-2026#PARTNER)   |   [Event Partners](https://info.worldcc.com/wscd-2026#PARTNERS)   |   [Tools and resources](https://info.worldcc.com/wscd-2026#TOOLS)   |   [Inspiring Women 2026 Program](https://info.worldcc.com/inspiring-women-2026?hsLang=en)** *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.* ![hands-group-and-people-stack-for-support-solidar-2023-03-08-18-46-40-utc](https://info.worldcc.com/hs-fs/hubfs/hands-group-and-people-stack-for-support-solidar-2023-03-08-18-46-40-utc.jpg?width=2000&name=hands-group-and-people-stack-for-support-solidar-2023-03-08-18-46-40-utc.jpg) ##### 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** **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. [Register](https://www.worldcc.com/events/event-calendar/empowering-global-supply-chains-sourcing-strategies-that-drive-sme-growth-and-innovation.html) **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. [Register](https://www.worldcc.com/events/event-calendar/advancing-leadership-breaking-barriers-building-pathways.html) **Shaping Systems, Driving Change: Meet the Women Leading Public Policy and Procurement** *05 November* Learn how our [Inspiring Women](https://info.worldcc.com/inspiring-women-2026?hsLang=en) 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. [Register](https://www.worldcc.com/Events/Event-Info/sessionaltcd/26_11_05_WF) ![WSCD 2026 on demand](https://info.worldcc.com/hubfs/WSCD%202026%20on%20demand.png) ### 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](https://www.worldcc.com/resource/leading-through-uncertainty-adaptability-and-collaboration-for-a-sustainable-future.html) or [EMEA/Americas session.](https://www.worldcc.com/resource/world-sustainable-contracting-day-leading-through-uncertainty-with-adaptability-and-collaboration.html) **Past sessions** **Strengthening the Future of Contracting Through Inspired Leadership** 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. [Watch the recording](https://www.worldcc.com/resource/the-power-of-inspiration-launching-the-2026-inspiring-women-cohort.html) **Helping fathers find balance, clarity, and resilience in an unpredictable business world** 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. [Watch the recording](https://www.worldcc.com/resource/through-the-dad-lens-supporting-fathers-in-high-stakes-business.html) **Beyond tier one: a practical playbook for tier 2 and supply chain visibility** 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. [Watch the recording](https://www.worldcc.com/resource/beyond-tier-1-a-practical-playbook-for-tier-2-supply-chain-visibility.html) **International Women’s Day 2026** **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. [Watch the recording](https://www.worldcc.com/resources/content-hub/details/International-Women-s-Day-2026-Rights-Justice-Action-For-ALL-Women-and-Girls) --- **Contracts that create sustainable outcomes: advancing responsible & inclusive contracting** 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. [Watch the recording](https://iaccm.wistia.com/s/i3ycw9foa5t1kjm) **CBAM Is Here: What EU and UK Carbon Border Rules Mean for Trade and Contracts** 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. [Watch the recording](https://www.worldcc.com/resources/content-hub/details/CBAM-Is-Here-What-EU-and-UK-Carbon-Border-Rules-Mean-for-Trade-and-Contracts) **Paraguay Case Study: Transforming Public Spending Accountability using Data, Tech and Engagement** Discover how [reAcción](https://reaccion.org.py/), 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](https://foco.reaccion.org.py/), a national platform enabling citizens to track school infrastructure and feeding programs. [Watch the recording](https://www.worldcc.com/resource/paraguay-case-study-transforming-public-spending-accountability-using-data-tech-and-engagement.html) --- **Launch of the JARGONFREE Compass for Sustainable Contracting** The **[JARGONFREE](https://projects.tuni.fi/jargonfree/compass/)** 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. [Watch the recording](https://info.worldcc.com/hubfs/Launch%20of%20the%20JARGONFREE%20Compass%20for%20Sustainable%20Contracting_default.mp4?hsLang=en) **The Future of Work in an AI World: Leadership, Equity, and Impact** 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. [Watch the recording](https://www.worldcc.com/resource/the-future-of-work-in-an-ai-world-leadership-equity-and-impact-apac.html) **Driving social, environmental, and commercial value through strategic supplier diversity** Gain practical guidance for embedding social procurement into leadership practice and enabling supplier ecosystems that reflect diversity, sustainability, and long-term resilience. [Watch the recording](https://www.worldcc.com/resource/driving-social-environmental-and-commercial-value-through-strategic-supplier-diversity.html) **Shared responsibility starts here** Introducing the 4Rs of Responsible Contracting:: shared responsibility, responsible purchasing practices, remediation first, and responsible exit. Learn how they transform contracts from risk-transfer tools into engines for better outcomes for people and the planet. [Watch the recording](https://www.worldcc.com/resource/shared-responsibility-starts-here-how-the-rcp-toolkit-can-transform-your-contracts.html) --- **Expert Speakers** ### Becky Annison Director of Engagement The Chancery Lane Project ![Becky Annison](https://info.worldcc.com/hubfs/Becky.jpg) Becky Annison Director of Engagement The Chancery Lane Project Becky Annison ### Mardi Brown Co-Founder PonyUp for Good ![Mardi Brown](https://info.worldcc.com/hubfs/Mardi.jpg) Mardi Brown Co-Founder PonyUp for Good Mardi Brown ### Ro Coroneos Principal Praxis ESG ![Ro Coroneos](https://info.worldcc.com/hubfs/Ro.jpg) Ro Coroneos Principal Praxis ESG Ro Coroneos ### Sharyn County General Manager Procurement & Real Estate APA Group ![Sharyn County](https://info.worldcc.com/hubfs/Sharyn.jpg) Sharyn County General Manager Procurement & Real Estate APA Group Sharyn County ### Sarah Dadush Professor and Director Rutgers Law School; Responsible Contracting Project ![Sarah Dadush](https://info.worldcc.com/hubfs/Sarah.jpg) Sarah Dadush Professor and Director Rutgers Law School; Responsible Contracting Project Sarah Dadush ### Aidan Eyakuze CEO Open Government Partnership ![Aidan Eyakuze](https://info.worldcc.com/hubfs/AE-profile-photo-2020.jpeg) Aidan Eyakuze CEO Open Government Partnership Aidan Eyakuze ### Rebecca Green Head of Transformation and Advocacy, Social Traders ![Rebecca Green](https://info.worldcc.com/hubfs/Rebecca-Green.jpg) Rebecca Green Head of Transformation and Advocacy, Social Traders Rebecca Green ### David Riveros García Founder & Executive Director reAcción Paraguay ![David Riveros García](https://info.worldcc.com/hubfs/DavidRiveros.jpg) David Riveros García Founder & Executive Director reAcción Paraguay David Riveros García ### Sally Guyer CEO World Commerce & Contracting ![Sally Guyer](https://info.worldcc.com/hubfs/sally%20headshot.png) Sally Guyer CEO World Commerce & Contracting Sally Guyer ### Helena Haapio Contract Strategist, Lexpert Ltd | Professor of Practice Strategic Business Law, University of Vaasa; Jargonfree Project ![Helena Haapio](https://info.worldcc.com/hubfs/Helena%20Haapio.jpg) Helena Haapio Contract Strategist, Lexpert Ltd | Professor of Practice Strategic Business Law, University of Vaasa; Jargonfree Project Helena Haapio ### Oscar Hernandez Director of LatAm, Open Contracting Partnership ![Oscar Hernandez](https://info.worldcc.com/hubfs/Oscar.jpg) Oscar Hernandez Director of LatAm, Open Contracting Partnership Oscar Hernandez ### Cat Harding Co-Founder PonyUp for Good ![Cat Harding](https://info.worldcc.com/hubfs/Cat.jpg) Cat Harding Co-Founder PonyUp for Good Cat Harding ### Anne Ketola Senior Researcher Tampere University; Jargonfree Project ![Anne Ketola](https://info.worldcc.com/hubfs/Anne%20Ketola.jpeg) Anne Ketola Senior Researcher Tampere University; Jargonfree Project Anne Ketola ### Nikki Mackay Chief Development Officer WorldCC Foundation ![Nikki Mackay](https://info.worldcc.com/hubfs/Nikki.jpeg) Nikki Mackay Chief Development Officer WorldCC Foundation Nikki Mackay ### Sharon Morris APAC Group Regional Head, World Commerce & Contracting ![Sharon Morris](https://info.worldcc.com/hubfs/Sharon%20Morris-2.jpeg) Sharon Morris APAC Group Regional Head, World Commerce & Contracting Sharon Morris ### Mrinalini (Minnie) Venkatachalam, Regional Director - South East Asia, North Asia and Oceania WeConnect International ![Mrinalini (Minnie) Venkatachalam, ](https://info.worldcc.com/hubfs/Minnie.jpg) Mrinalini (Minnie) Venkatachalam, Regional Director - South East Asia, North Asia and Oceania WeConnect International Mrinalini (Minnie) Venkatachalam, ### Caroline Nicholas Public Procurement law and policy expert; Board of Directors Open Contracting Partnership ![Caroline Nicholas](https://info.worldcc.com/hubfs/CN%201.jpeg) Caroline Nicholas Public Procurement law and policy expert; Board of Directors Open Contracting Partnership Caroline Nicholas ### Faith Taylor Global Citizenship & Sustainability Kyndryl ![Faith Taylor](https://info.worldcc.com/hubfs/F%20Taylor%203%20copy%201-1.png) Faith Taylor Global Citizenship & Sustainability Kyndryl Faith Taylor ### Rob Taylor Founder The Dad Lens Survey Report ![Rob Taylor](https://info.worldcc.com/hubfs/Rob%20Taylor%20Headshot.png) Rob Taylor Founder The Dad Lens Survey Report Rob Taylor Event partners [![silence thumbnail](https://info.worldcc.com/hs-fs/hubfs/silence%20thumbnail.png?width=150&height=100&name=silence%20thumbnail.png "silence thumbnail")](https://www.cantbuymysilence.com/about) [![Chancery thumbnail](https://info.worldcc.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Chancery%20thumbnail.png?width=150&height=100&name=Chancery%20thumbnail.png "Chancery thumbnail")](https://chancerylaneproject.org/case-studies/foot-anstey/) [![Jargon Free Research Group](https://info.worldcc.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Jargon%20Free%20Research%20Group.png?width=150&height=100&name=Jargon%20Free%20Research%20Group.png "Jargon Free Research Group")](https://www.linkedin.com/company/jargonfree-contract-language/?originalSubdomain=fi) [![Tampere University Logo](https://info.worldcc.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Tampere%20University%20Logo.png?width=150&height=100&name=Tampere%20University%20Logo.png "Tampere University Logo")](https://projects.tuni.fi/jargonfree/) [![Open contracting](https://info.worldcc.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Open%20contracting.png?width=150&height=100&name=Open%20contracting.png "Open contracting")](https://www.open-contracting.org/) [![Resposible contracting](https://info.worldcc.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Resposible%20contracting.png?width=150&height=100&name=Resposible%20contracting.png "Resposible contracting")](https://www.responsiblecontracting.org/) [![social traders](https://info.worldcc.com/hs-fs/hubfs/social%20traders.png?width=150&height=100&name=social%20traders.png "social traders")](https://www.socialtraders.com.au/) [![WeConnect](https://info.worldcc.com/hs-fs/hubfs/WeConnect.png?width=150&height=100&name=WeConnect.png "WeConnect")](https://weconnectinternational.org/) **Partner with us** The World Sustainable Contracting Hub provides a unique platform for year-round visibility, thought leadership, and impact. 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