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Here is how you can help our project and boost your CSR efforts in one go.
Article26 is looking for contributors to support the joint implementation of professional career development cooperation projects in the African region.
Article26 is a non-profit initiative based in Germany. Our driving force is Maxpert GmbH, an accredited training company in Germany. Education is a human right - not a privilege. Access to education is not equally distributed around the world. We see this as a problem and believe that we have a social responsibility to share our accumulated knowledge through training. In line with our commitment to corporate social responsibility, Article26 aims to make a significant impact on social development by ensuring access to education worldwide.
Our aim is to drive the development of project, product and IT service management skills required for Africa's digital transformation. We are preparing Africa's change-makers to contribute to sustainable economic development in their countries.
To achieve these goals, we aim to partner with educational institutions to improve the skills and job prospects of local talent. We believe that sustainable change can only happen as a collective effort.
Article26 is therefore interested in working with companies on career development training programmes that are in line with:
Supporting Article26's mission contributes to a significant reduction in environmental impact, improves social and environmental performance and promotes positive social and environmental impact, embodying the essence of corporate social responsibility in action.
Article26's exclusive approach includes providing internationally certified e-learning and skills-based coaching from qualified trainers at no cost, but we rely heavily on supporters who share our vision.
When our marketplace goes live, you will be contributing to Article26 by purchasing one of our e-learning courses, enabling young change-makers from our partners in Rwanda to access our learning platform, study our training courses and fund their education.
How you make a difference:
Being recognized as part of socially responsible companies through contributions to Article26 aligns with the values of consumers and investors, particularly millennials and Generation Z, who prefer products and services from businesses that showcase pro-social initiatives.
Increase staff retention: Professional development can help increase employees' confidence in their work. Greater confidence, in turn, leads to higher overall job satisfaction, employee performance, productivity and morale.
Attract better talents: Attracting and retaining talented employees can be difficult. Offering training opportunities can help employers fill vacancies and attract and retain qualified employees. Employers who offer these benefits are more likely to attract potential employees who are interested in striving for excellence and developing themselves.
Keep up to date: Industry trends change quickly and it is important for companies to keep up with the times. Continuous professional development can prevent potential stagnation by maintaining - and improving - employees' skills, as well as loss of engagement in the workplace.
If you not only want to purchase but also provide content, please see our criterias:
We want to team up with educational institutions to improve capacities and increase job prospects for local talents.
We want to achieve Sustainable Development Goals:
By integrating responsible business operations into our strategy, we aim to eliminate negative impacts and support community development, directly contributing to the achievement of these Sustainable Development Goals.
In today's corporate landscape, embracing corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives is paramount for socially responsible business operations. This is underlined by the new EU directive on corporate sustainability reporting, known as the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), which came into force on 5 January 2023. By integrating sustainable practices into their CSR efforts, companies can positively impact local communities while minimizing their environmental footprint. Through CSR programs and initiatives, socially responsible companies prioritize social and environmental performance, aligning their business strategies with societal expectations. These efforts encompass ethical responsibility, fair trade practices, and ethical labor practices, ultimately contributing to a competitive advantage. Moreover, through corporate philanthropy and sponsoring local events, businesses engage in meaningful ways, promoting societal well-being and economic responsibility. By embracing CSR in a socially responsible way, companies benefit society, reduce their carbon footprint, and support sustainable development, all while ensuring the well-being of their employees and the environment.
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