… when events not only run smoothly, but also fair.
When planning a project, time and budget are certainly the most important factors to consider, but no event comes to life without people. The UN’s eighth Sustainable Development Goal calls for creating decent working conditions and promoting inclusive, sustainable economic growth.
One should be passionate about an event, and one will be even more so when feeling comfortable and well looked after at one’s own workplace. Flexible working hours, respectful interactions, and transparent communication make a real difference—not only for the global atmosphere, but also for the atmosphere within the team. We must never forget that human dignity means every person has inalienable value—regardless of origin, religion, or actions. It is the foundation of human rights and obliges us to treat everyone with respect, justice, and compassion.
Even though an event agency can’t always directly influence everything, it can consciously work with partners and service providers who are clearly committed to such standards. This applies to compliance with minimum wages and, on the other hand, compliance with safety standards, such as health and safety, ergonomic workstations in offices, and safe conditions at events. Transparent contracts with clear communication regarding working hours and breaks are also important.
Inclusive economic growth doesn’t just mean “more jobs,” but above all “good jobs.” And that starts with the question of who even gets the chance to work—regardless of background, gender, or educational background. And quite frankly, in the end, things only work well if everyone is treated fairly. There’s no sustainable event without sustainable team structures — it’s sometimes that simple. Therefore, among other things, we should offer young people internship opportunities to make it easier for them to enter the industry, promote diversity, and create a discrimination-free work culture.
