Social inclusive approach by developing women entrepreneurship

Abstract: Nestlé Pakistan is a subsidiary of Swiss multinational company Nestlé. The company is known for its quality food products throughout the world. It commits to help shape a better and healthier world and inspire people to live healthier lives. Nestlé Pakistan shares the Nestlé Global’s three overarching ambitions for 2030 to achieve the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals by helping 50 million children live healthier lives, help to improve 30 million livelihoods in communities directly connected to its business activities and strive for zero environmental impact in its operations. Nestlé also have a global commitment towards 100% recyclable or reusable plastic by 2025. This exploratory case study looks into the ethical practices under which Nestlé contributes to the social cause in Pakistan. Rural women’s enrolment as sales agents for Nestle products initiative under its CSV (Community Shared Values) project starts with the Nutrition, Health and Wellness (NHW) awareness of women in rural setting of Punjab Province. The program was designed with two objectives, mainly: a) Better livelihood for financially disadvantaged women and their families and b) Demand generation of Nestle products in deep rural areas of Pakistan. This case has been written in the context of UNGC’s ten principles of ethical businesses. This case informs the reader the innovative business development with social initiatives by extending Nestlé International’s legacy of socially responsible business with a focus at enterprising rural women of Pakistan.