On research, companies can also provide pro bono research and data generation for a county’s VNR (please see the chapter focused on data), while contributing input at the VNRs and SDG 16 globally. For example, White & Case LLP worked with the Global Alliance in analyzing the VNRs (2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 and 2020), highlighting the prevalence and specificity of SDG 16-related interventions and commitments.
In terms of implementation and partnerships, and as noted by Partners for Review, the private sector may provide feedback, input or advice on specific VNR follow-up action, as well as partner with governments and others in working to promote the SDGs among businesses.
As noted in its 2020 VNR, Ghana is implementing a National Anti-Corruption Plan under the auspices of its NHRI that aims to engage businesses in the fight against corruption. This, in turn, is intended to institutionalize efficiency, transparency and accountability in public and private sectors. On partnerships, Iceland’s governmental SDG working group initiated a partnership agreement with the Icelandic Centre for Corporate Social Responsibility, which aimed to promote the SDGs among corporations.
In terms of implementation and partnerships, and as noted by Partners for Review, the private sector may provide feedback, input or advice on specific VNR follow-up action, as well as partner with governments and others in working to promote the SDGs among businesses.
As noted in its 2020 VNR, Ghana is implementing a National Anti-Corruption Plan under the auspices of its NHRI that aims to engage businesses in the fight against corruption. This, in turn, is intended to institutionalize efficiency, transparency and accountability in public and private sectors. On partnerships, Iceland’s governmental SDG working group initiated a partnership agreement with the Icelandic Centre for Corporate Social Responsibility, which aimed to promote the SDGs among corporations.