The Global Compact Network Philippines (GCNP) is a non-binding United Nations pact to encourage businesses and firms worldwide to adopt sustainable and socially responsible policies, and to report on their implementation. It aims to drive business awareness and action to achieve the SDGs and sustainable communities in the country.
Aboitiz Equity Ventures is a participant of the UNGC, a corporate sustainability initiative that aims to guide how organizations approach human rights, labor, environment and anti-corruption issues. Aboitiz has pledged to align its strategies, culture and operations with the ten universal principles of the Compact. The UNGC hopes to bring the full weight of the private sector in achieving the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by 2030.
Ana Margarita “Ginggay” Hontiveros, Aboitiz Equity Ventures, Inc. Vice President for Reputation Management, was elected on March 2, 2021 to the Board of Trustees of Global Compact Network Philippines (GCNP), the UNGC’s local entity. She brings to the GCNP Board her expertise and experience in sustainability. She currently oversees the Aboitiz Group’s brand, creatives, corporate communications, and sustainability programs.