On 19 June 2025, our organisation was once again awarded the Voka Charter Sustainable Business (VCDO). This eighth recognition confirms our continued commitment to sustainability, based on the 17 Sustainable Development Goals of the United Nations. Our colleagues were present to receive the 2025 certificate.
At Voka's gala evening, dozens of companies celebrated their sustainable commitment. The evening was dominated by inspiring speeches, networking moments and fascinating testimonials from companies that put sustainability at the heart of their operations.
Inspiring evening full of sustainable ambitions
The evening started with a networking moment and welcome, followed by a keynote by Lucas De Man (entrepreneur and artist). He took the audience through his story on circular innovation, social transformation and bio-based building. His message was clear: sustainable transition requires vision, cooperation and decisiveness.
The official presentation of the VCDO certificates was the highlight of the evening. This award once again confirms our sustainable course.
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Digital for Youth: bridges to the future
An important part of the evening was the presence of Digital for Youth, an initiative we co-founded to tackle digital inequality among young people. Voka integrated Digital for Youth as an official part of the programme, with a live collection campaign of old IT equipment.
Visitors could bring in devices: from laptops and tablets to networking equipment and printers. Each device gets a second life through Digital for Youth and helps young people in vulnerable situations to access technology.
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Partners in sustainability
The Voka event was enhanced in terms of content by partners who roll out sustainability broadly in Flanders and beyond:
- CIFAL Flanders - recognised UN training centre
- UNITAR - training institute of the United Nations
- SDG - platform for the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals
- Fluvius - Belgian grid company, active in Flanders
- Digital for Youth - social partner for digital inclusion
Why choose the VCDO?
The Voka Charter Sustainable Business is not a one-off award, but a path of engagement. Organisations annually formulate concrete actions on sustainability, which are evaluated by an independent jury. Those who live up to their commitment receive the charter as recognition.
Do you also want to work towards a more sustainable future?
Discover the programme at voka.be/vcdo and join.
Together we make impact.
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