Hi there,
On the July 19th BC CoP call, participants discussed how - for local governments and institutions - social procurement can leverage additional social, environmental & ethical value from existing purchasing.
You can now view the recording in two parts, part one and part two (post-breakout rooms) - passcode: dX%HWS*2 . View the PowerPoint here.
Key Takeaways
- Intentional social procurement can shift focus from 'low cost' to 'highest value'
- The Purchasing Power series responded to identified priorities and brought together procurement and supplier sides for rich conversations and learnings
- Communities can build on relationships that currently exist, not only with businesses but with networks and organizations that are working to create change
- It is important to communicate across different departments within local government, to work collaboratively both internally and externally
- Measuring impact can be both an outcomes tracker and a driver for intentional, effective change
Upcoming
- Sacred Civics: Building Seven Generation Cities | August 3 | 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. ET | Join co-editors Jayne Engle and Tanya Chung-Tiam-Fook on the intersections of social and climate justice, inclusivity, participatory design, healthy communities and future cities.
- 2022 Virtual Member Gathering | October 19 | 11:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. ET | This virtual event will bring Communities Ending Poverty (CEP) members together to reconnect with each other, celebrate successes, and share aspirations. Already a CEP member? Interested in CEP membership? Contact Jill for more information and the registration link.
Resources
SAVE THE DATE! The next BC CoP Call is scheduled for Tuesday September 20th at 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. PT. The focus of the session will be on the intersection of climate transitions and Communities Ending Poverty.
Thank you to everyone who joined us.
Best,
Jill Zacharias
BC Manager of Growth and Impact
Communities Ending Poverty
Vibrant Communities, Tamarack Institute