‘What if the crisis of 2008 represents something much more fundamental than a deep recession? What if it’s telling us that the whole growth model we created over the last 50 years is simply unsustainable economically and ecologically and that 2008 was when we hit the wall – when Mother Nature and the market both said: “No more.”’ Thomas Friedman New York Times, 8 March 2009 © istockphoto.com/fleag Trust and Integrity in the Global Economy – a people-focused, sustainable approach to globalization CAUX, 24-29 JULY 2009 he global commercial system is a T dominant force in our world and it depends on trust. That trust has collapsed and we are experiencing an unprecedented crisis. Bailing out the system alone is not enough. Can we each be part of finding more fundamental solutions? At the Trust and Integrity in the Global Economy (TIGE) Conference at Caux, Friday 24 to Wednesday 29 July 2009, people from many walks of life will come together out of their desire to offer future generations a centre, Caux, Switzerland sustainable world to live in. INTERNATIONAL CAUX CONFERENCES 2009 www.cauxbusiness.com This is one of the series of international conferences, dialogues and training events in Caux between 9 July and 15 August Who should attend? Young professionals, Social entrepreneurs, Business leaders, Students, Farmers, Media professionals, Academics, All concerned citizens.

For more information and programme updates: www.caux.ch/2009 Friday 24 July (16.45) to Wednesday 29 July (noon) 2009 Trust and Integrity in the Global Economy (TIGE) – a people-focused, sustainable approach to globalization

Conference Aims 1. Encourage human-centred practices and decision-making in response to the global ‘meltdown’ 2. Reshape business around core values, based on personal transformation, integrity and visionary leadership 3. Look at the role of the media in fostering trustworthy practices in the global economy 4. Focus on strategies to meet the needs of all people, for food, work and well-being Conference Objectives To bring together people with a real passion and willingness to take responsibility and initiate positive action in relation to the Conference Aims To create a framework and open space in which initiatives can be developed P R O G R A M M E D aily Programme 07.30–08.00 Sources of Trust and Integrity From 08.00 Breakfast 09.15–10.15 Foundations of Trust and Integrity Each morning this session will feature one speaker being interviewed on their personal experience of the power of transformation – local, national or global examples. It will include Q&A between all conference participants and the speaker. 10.30–12.15 Work Streams A distinctive feature of this conference is the participatory approach to exploring different aspects of the conference theme. This will happen through a series of Work Streams facilitated by people who are passionate about taking responsibility in their area of concern. From 12.00 Lunch 14.30–15.30 Community Groups A centre-piece of the Caux experience is the participation in community groups and community service. Offering your time and to serve fellow participants at dining room service and other areas of the conference centre is an opportunity to make new friends and break down barriers. Opportunities to volunteer in various roles are available. 15.45–16.30 Refreshments 16.45–18.30 Main Plenary – Panel of Speakers with Q&A Each afternoon, the Plenary will bring together one speaker from each Work Stream who will form a panel, present the progress, decisions and actions coming out of the Work Streams, and conduct an open discussion with the whole conference. From 18.00 Dinner 20.30 Evening Programme P U B L I C E V E N T 16.45 Tuesday 28 July 2009 CAUX LECTURE TRANSFORMING CAPITALISM WITH TRUST AND INTEGRITY – WHAT CORPORATES AND COMPANIES CAN DO Mr Rajeev Dubey, India, Member of the Group Management Board and Chairman of the Corporate Social Responsibility Council of Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd, India Trust and Integrity in the Global Economy (TIGE) – a people-focused, sustainable approach to globalization The Dents du Midi, as seen from the terrace Translation, communication... intergeneration Corporate leaders address the financial crisis (2008) W O R K S T R E A M S

1 Responding to the global ‘meltdown’ – Leading positive change Led by a team of young professionals This Work Stream will bring together experienced practitioners, social entrepreneurs, and young professionals to encourage a return to the human-centered activity, creativity, and conscience-led decision making often lacking in the global economy. This will include an exploration of how the technological innovation of the 21st century can be used to care for the planet. This Work Stream will help deliver the potential for bringing positive economic, social and environmental change worldwide. For further information contact: Joe Swann, Caux Initiatives for Business–UK [email protected] Justin Walford, Operations Manager G3, Canada [email protected]

2 Reshaping Business around Core Values Led by Jean-Pierre Méan, Switzerland – Vice-President of Transparency International, Switzerland, Chief Compliance Officer, Group Legal Counsel of SGS S.A. 1996-2008 Today, many things indicate that we are going through an unprecedented period of change, when it seems that something is on the way out and something else is painfully being born. Business can no longer patch up the old systems we have been working with. We need to take bold steps towards transformation. This is a rare opportunity to bring fundamental change. You are invited to meet in Caux with a group of professionals and senior business leaders who are passionate to reshape business around core values, bring together our best thinking and take action to address the challenges we face in our global economy. For further information contact: [email protected]

3 Can the media help rebuild a global economy that is trustworthy, honest and inspiring? Led by media professionals In this digital age our lives are shaped by the media daily. A growing network of media people in 116 countries recognizes they can influence society for good or ill. Together they want to play their part in building a more caring and compassionate world with a high sense of responsibility and respect for each other. The workshops will explore how to create a new moral basis for the media and society without which just and fair global economic and commercial systems cannot flourish. For further information contact: Robin Williamson, UK, International Communications Forum [email protected] Web www.icforum.org

4 Food, Health and Sustainability Led by the Food and Sustainability Network With close to one billion undernourished people and irreversible environmental damage creating significant challenges we need to look at sustainable ways to feed the world. This Work Stream will explore how we can all collaborate to ensure we work towards a sustainable future in food, health and wellbeing. For further information contact: Cristina Bignardi, Italy [email protected] ‘Since the end of the Second World War, the Caux Fees conference centre – Mountain House – has seen The fee structure for the conference, inclusive of conference thousands of encounters between tens of thousands registration and other conference services, including simultaneous of people of goodwill, from all over the world. They translation in various languages, three meals per day, morning and have come to recharge their batteries, to find fresh evening refreshments and other programmes are: impetus for personal reconciliation, to learn about Per person per day CHF 92.– (Euro 58*) mediation, to promote good governance, and a without contribution to the maintenance costs of the centre globalization of responsibility and human security. The extraordinary position of this “house on the Per person per day CHF 132.– (Euro 83*) mountain”, between the and the pre-Alps and including a voluntary contribution to the maintenance costs of the conference centre with an unbeatable view over the Lake of Geneva has always encouraged introspection, a spiritual Contributions above CHF 132.– help pay for the stay of students, families, search, and encounters in silence and with each other; and others who lack enough means to cover the cost of their stay. without which nothing could have been achieved.’ Children up to 5 years free Cornelio Sommaruga Children from 5 to 15 years CHF 46.– (Euro 29*) Honorary President, Initiatives of Change International Young people (16 to 23 years), Students CHF 55.– (Euro 34*) Former President, International Committee of the Red Cross Compared to commercial rates in Switzerland, these costs are Conference in Community significantly less. This is made possible partly by conference delegates joining a community to take part in the practical running of the house, A special characteristic of the Caux conferences is the such as dining room service. This is a distinctive feature of Caux. communal life of the assembly: Participants are invited to join Community Groups of Please make your payment before or within the first 24 hours of your between 12 and 20 people in which topics can be discussed arrival in Caux. Payments in advance can be made to: in an atmosphere of confidence and mutual respect. Foundation CAUX–Initiatives of Change These groups also take part in the running of the house CH-6002 Lucerne, Switzerland (dining-room service, vegetable preparation, cooking, Postfinance Account: 60-12000-4 housekeeping, etc.). This offers everyone a chance to serve, Bank Accounts: Credit Suisse, Lucerne: make new friends and break down barriers. Account in Euro: 249270-62-3 Account in CHF: 249270-61-5 The conference schedule also allows time for quiet reflection. IBAN CH58 0483 5024 9270 6200 3, IBAN CH38 0483 5024 9270 6100 5 There are also opportunities for outdoor exercise. Families are welcome, and there will be a children’s Swift code CRESCHZZ60A programme for ages 3–12 during conference hours. In Caux, payments can be made with all usual credit cards and debit cards Everyone is requested to be sensitive to the presence of or cash in Swiss Francs, Euros and US$, as well as with traveller’s or bank people from different cultures and generations. cheques. We appreciate your open-handed contribution and your awareness that The Conference Centre the Caux conferences are only possible thanks to the generosity of many. Looking out over from an altitude of 1000 * Exchange rate applied: 1 Euro = CHF 1.60; rate may vary by the time of metres, the Caux centre can accommodate up to 450 payment. people. Formerly the Caux-Palace Hotel, in 1946 it became an international meeting place, thanks to the generous contributions in time, talent and money of many volunteers. Online Registration Most bedrooms have a bathroom or shower and two beds, You can register online for the Conference at so participants may be asked to share rooms. Please indicate http://www.caux.ch/en/2009 if you particularly require a single room. The rooms can be Just click on ‘Application’. reached directly by phone; there is no radio or TV. There is an Internet room available for a small fee and some public parts of the building are equipped with a wireless network and internet access. In Caux, it can be quite chilly; you may want to bring some warm clothes. Contact Us Caux Conference Secretariat Travel [email protected] www.caux.ch Caux is 90 minutes by car or train from Geneva and 25 (until 26 June 2009) (from 27 June 2009) PO Box 4419 Mountain House minutes from . 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