Everyone in the room contributes a piece to the puzzle of solutions. We create a space for genuine connection, grounded in exchange of expertise.
Responsible Sourcing and Ethical Trade Forum
Maintaining momentum in an uncertain landscape
18th - 19th March 2026
London, UK
Registration open for 2026
How we can drive strategies that protect rights and build resilience
This two-day forum convenes senior leaders, experts, and change-makers from across global supply chains to tackle the pressing challenges of responsible sourcing and ethical trade. Participants will explore how businesses can move beyond compliance, embed responsible sourcing into operations, and create measurable impact for workers and communities.
Through interactive sessions, case studies, and cross-industry dialogue, the conference will uncover practical solutions, highlight opportunities for collaboration, and chart a path toward systemic change in the way goods are sourced, produced, and traded.
Off-the-record
Cross-industry insights
No waffle, jargon or scripts
Real world problem solving
50+
speakers
200+
attendees
30+
practical sessions
Speakers
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Catherine Rushforth
Airbus
Head of Human Rights
Lina Hilwani
Mars
Global Human Rights Director
Holly McHugh
Mejuri
Vice President, Sustainability and Social Impact
Virginie Mahin
Mondelēz International
Senior Director Global Social Sustainability and Stakeholder Engagement
Katharina Wortmann
Aldi Süd
Group Director Sustainability - Human Rights & Health
Aditi Wanchoo
Novartis
Director, Human Rights
Ramesh Panavalli
Holland & Barrett
Head of Responsible Sourcing
Joanna Gluzman
B&Q
Director of Responsible Business
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Agenda highlights
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18th March 2026
Day 1
- Boardroom buy-in: If it isn’t compliance, what’s going to drive momentum in business and human rights?
- The global legislative landscape: What’s happening, what’s not, and what’s still TBC?
- Rights, resilience, ROI: How procurement can manage social risk amid global disruption and supply volatility
19th March 2026
Day 2
- From emissions to equity: How to integrate worker rights into a robust decarbonisation strategy
- The right to a non-toxic environment: How stronger environmental stewardship can protect human rights
- Climate adaptation case studies: Protecting workers in a changing climate
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Who attends
"The Other Room format helped us move past surface-level conversations and dive into what really matters. It captured IF’s mission perfectly – fostering off-the-record, open, and honest conversations that push the agenda forward."
Director, Human Rights
Novartis
"Innovation Forum creates a constructive space that fosters great debate and interactions. It's become a key event for Partner Africa to take part in."
Head of Responsible Business Advisory
Partner Africa
"As always, it was a great and insightful 2-days event ! It is one of the few events with very honest testimonials with a diversity of points of views and experiences."
Global Sales Manager
Ulula
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18th - 19th March 2026
London, United Kingdom
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