GRI certified sustainability reporting trainings

PwC Mauritius has reached a notable achievement by attaining certification as a Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) Certified Training Partner. GRI stands as the most established and respected independent international organisation that guides businesses in responsibly reporting their impacts on environmental, economic, and social fronts. It establishes a universal framework for quantifying, tracking, and disclosing these impacts.

This newly acquired certification empowers PwC Mauritius to deliver training programmes that conform to global sustainability best practices, not only in Mauritius but also across other African nations. This partnership enhances our capability to support organisations in adopting comprehensive sustainability reporting practices, aligning with international standards.

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Reporting with GRI Standards 2021

Our GRI Standards Training Programme is a two-day course that delves into the core principles of sustainability reporting, covering:

  1. Introduction to GRI Standards:

    • Structure: Universal, Sector, and Topic Standards

    • Application throughout the reporting process

  2. Comparative Framework Analysis:

    • GRI Standards vs. other reporting frameworks

  3. Focus on materiality assessment and stakeholder engagement

  4. Practical Application:

    • Mastering the "in accordance" requirements of GRI standards

    • Managing complex sustainability report projects

    • Analysing sustainability data

  5. Interactive Learning:

    • Hands-on exercises

    • Best practice sharing

    • Facilitated discussions addressing participants' specific needs

  6. Certification:

    • GRI-issued certification upon successful completion

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Who is the training for?

This course is tailored for professionals across various sectors and industries who are involved in:

  • Sustainability management

  • Sustainability disclosures

  • Data assurance

  • Corporate reporting and communications

The programme aims to enhance participants' expertise in sustainability reporting, regardless of their specific industry background.

Prerequisites:

  • No prior experience in sustainability reporting is necessary

  • However, a basic understanding of how organisations manage sustainability impacts, risks, and opportunities is advantageous

This training offers value to both newcomers and those looking to deepen their existing knowledge in the field of sustainability reporting.

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Objectives of the training

By the end of the course, you will be able to:

  • Understand GRI Standards 2021: Explain the overall purpose and describe the structural framework

  • Master key concepts: Identify crucial reporting principles and understand requirements for GRI Standards 2021 compliance

  • Navigate Impact Assessment: Outline the process for identifying organisational impacts and learn techniques for determining material topics

  • Apply knowledge practically: Gain hands-on experience through local case studies. Practice applying GRI Standards 2021 via targeted exercises

This comprehensive approach ensures participants acquire both theoretical understanding and practical skills in sustainability reporting using the latest GRI Standards.

Meet our trainer

Medha GRI

Medha Budoo is a sustainability professional with a specialisation in sustainability reporting. She serves as a Manager in the Sustainability Services department at PwC Mauritius.

Medha acquired her initial certification to the GRI Standards 2016 and subsequently transitioned to the GRI Standards 2021, upon its introduction. She brings over a decade of experience in GRI Standards, sustainability disclosures and reporting practices.

Medha has sound knowledge of global sustainability reporting frameworks and standards, and their implementation in the corporate environment. Her professional experience includes conducting sustainability assessments for companies across diverse industry sectors and countries, with varying degrees of sustainability risk exposure.

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Julien Tyack

Julien Tyack

Risk Assurance Services Partner and Sustainability Leader, PwC Mauritius

Tel: +230 404 5210

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Anish Chandra

Associate Director, Sustainability Services, PwC Mauritius

Tel: +230 404 5430

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