The National Retail Association (NRA) has welcomed market leading super fund, Active Super, to its partnership network. The NRA considers Active Super’s investment philosophy, particularly surrounding the environment and education for women’s inequality in superannuation, a key priority.
The NRA has an unparalleled track record amongst associations when it comes to securing positive outcomes for the environment. From its work supporting businesses during bag bans and single-use plastic bans in most states of Australia, to partnering with the Australian Fashion Council to develop a National Clothing Product Stewardship Scheme to reduce textile waste. The NRA aligns its values closely with Active Super, which is one of five super fund providers in Australia to be certified carbon neutral through Carbon Active.
Through its partnership, the NRA and Active Super will work together to promote ethical, social and corporate governance alongside the superannuation basics retail employees may not be across.
NRA CEO Dominique Lamb said that retail members would have access to educational materials from the market leading fund, co-designed by the NRA.
“Retail is the largest employer of youth in Australia, and the biggest employer of women and young people. There is a real need to equip retailers, and their employees, with the tools they need to stay financially secure but also in a way that contributes to the betterment of the world.
“With this partnership, we aim to secure the futures of our workers through a variety of tactics. We’re aiming to address the inequality in women’s superannuation funds, as well as continue our exemplary work on sustainability.”
Chantal Walker, Active Super’s Chief Digital and Marketing Officer, said: “Active Super is delighted to partner with the National Retail Association as we share common goals and aspirations for our members.
“As a leader in responsible investment, Active Super’s investment philosophy and brand values, especially around Environmental, Social and Governance principles, are closely aligned with those of the NRA. We are both progressive and digital-focused organisations, actively working to support our members, local businesses and the community to help them live their best lives.
“This partnership presents a tremendous opportunity for both parties to collaborate as we strive to grow and deliver ongoing support and high-quality service to our members.”
Over 40,000 NRA member shopfronts can look forward to educational materials being rolled out across it’s elearning and member portal platforms in the coming months.