TRAINING  OBJECTIVES

You will learn:

  • The link between sustainable development with sustainability reporting
  • Value of sustainability reporting
  • Key features of GRI Standards as well as to the modular structure
  • How to use the GRI Standards; apply the universal standards as well as the topic specific standards
  • How to understand and apply the concept of ‘materiality and boundaries’
  • How to understand and apply the reporting process using GRI Standards.

TRAINING OUTCOMES

The training program provides you the tools to:

  • Plan your sustainability reporting process.
  • Identify key stakeholders
  • Distinguish your organizations material issues
  • Recognize the internal procedures and mechanisms you will need.
  • Incorporate the UN Global Compact Principles into Sustainability Reporting
  • Evaluate the quality of sustainability reports using your newly acquired knowledge.

TRAINING PROGRAM

PART1: Introduction and background
1.1 Sustainable Development
1.2 Sustainability Reporting
1.3 About GRI
1.3.1 GRI Standards
1.3.2 GRI’s Global Sustainability Standards Board (GSSB)
1.3.3 Multi-Stakeholder Approach

PART 2: Overview of the GRI Standards
2.1 Useful Terminology
2.2 Introduction to GRI Standards
2.3 Structure of GRI Standards
2.4 How to Use the GRI Standards
2.5 Other Standards and Frameworks

Part 3: GRI Standards
3.1 Universal Standards
3.1.1 GRI 101: Foundation
3.1.2 GRI 102: General Disclosures
3.1.3 GRI 103: Management Approach
3.2 Topic-Specific Standards

PART 4: Start your reporting process using the GRI Standards
4.1 Applying the Reporting Principles
4.2 Reporting General Disclosures
4.3 Identifying Material Topics and Boundaries
4.4 Reporting on Material Topics
4.5 Reporting in Accordance
4.6 Presenting and Compiling Information
4.7 End of Course Exercise

PART 5: Additional resources
5.1 GRI Support Suite
5.2 Getting Involved
5.3 Useful Resources
5.4 End of Course Evaluation


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CSRA

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CSFS

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  PARTNERS

The National Center for Corporate Reporting (NCCR), formerly known as the National Center for Sustainability Reporting (NCSR), was established in 2005 to support the development of sustainability competencies in Indonesia. NCCR continues to align its programs with global sustainability developments and is recognized as a GRI Certified Training Partner and the IFRS Sustainability Alliance. NCCR organizes an annual sustainability reporting assessment, now known as the Asia Sustainability Reporting Rating (ASRRAT), which serves as a platform to promote transparency, accountability, and excellence in sustainability reporting.

ESG Academy is an affiliated company of the National Center for Corporate Reporting (NCCR) that supports organizations and professionals in integrating sustainability into business strategy. Through knowledge sharing and capacity building on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles, SG Academy strengthens the capacity of stakeholders to navigate the transition toward sustainable business practices and long-term value creation.

Perkumpulan Assurer Profesional Indonesia (PAPI) is an independent professional organization representing sustainability report assurers in Indonesia, with a strong commitment to integrity, competence, and the quality of assurance practices. Founded in November 2025, PAPI emerged in response to the growing need for reliable assurance of sustainability information. The development of regulations, increasing market expectations, and demands for transparency have reinforced the importance of assurers who possess strong competencies, multidisciplinary understanding, and a high level of independence.

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