Chambers of commerce worldwide have long championed the relationship between peace and business. Business deals are sealed with a handshake, and lasting business relationships are created when handshakes are made in good faith between partners desiring mutual benefits for one another. ICC
The Business for Peace Foundation was established in 2007.
The Business for Peace Foundation is now prepared for the next level in its work. We have already entered into a partnership with the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC), to search local business communities worldwide for Nominees to the Award. We are at the threshold of accelerating the global awareness of the concept of Being Businessworthy, of creating business value in a way that also creates value for society.
Through the Fellowship we will build this understanding in three areas: (1) Develop the awareness and recognition of the Award and the concept of Being Businessworthy; (2) support research through awarding Doctoral scholarships, related to how Businessworthy behavior promotes trust, stability and peace; (3) and establish a Resource Center for the sharing of Businessworthy cases and insights, to provide support for businesspersons and others wishing to explore the rewards in long-term conscious capitalism.
We believe the idea of Being Businessworthy, combined with the power of the Business for Peace Award, will connect with business people around the world, and motivate them to rethink how they apply their business energy.
Combining strong business performance with reaching for a higher purpose, can rebuild the trust proposition between business and society, and help promote stability and peace.
This is the essence of Being Businessworthy, which we define as applying your business energy ethically and responsibly with the purpose of creating economic value that also creates value for society.
Per L. Saxegaard, Chairman,
The Business for Peace Foundation