Smulders represents Flanders at the UN summit in New York
From 13 to 18 July 2025, Smulders, recognized as an official SDG Ambassador of the United Nations through Voka, participated in the High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development (HLPF) of the United Nations in New York.
This work visit was conducted in collaboration with CIFAL Flanders and Voka – Flanders' Chamber of Commerce and Industry. During the forum, we had the opportunity to present our sustainable approach in the areas of energy, CO₂ management, and innovation to UN representatives, diplomats, and business leaders.
Smulders joined four other Flemish SDG Ambassadors, BelOrta, Center Parcs, Fruit at Work, and DNS Belgium, to share best practices from Flanders and strengthen international partnerships.
What struck me the most is how important it is to provide a clear compass to the entire supply chain so that everyone can work in line with the SDGs.
