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Diversity & Inclusion

Gilead Sciences Supports the LGBTQ+ Community in Oakland: Love Is the Answer

With support from partners, including Gilead, Joe went on to co-found the Oakland LGBTQ Community Center, which opened its doors in 2017.

Health & Healthcare

Winning the Case on Employee Health

Among the many lessons gleaned from the pandemic, law firms and corporations alike learned that health-first factors are more than just perks – they are essential ways to support employee well-being.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Avantor® Launches Responsible Supplier Program

Avantor, Inc. (NYSE: AVTR), a leading global provider of mission-critical products and services to customers in the life sciences, advanced technologies, and applied materials industries, today announced the global launch of the company’s Responsible Supplier Program.

Research, Reports & Publications

AccountAbility 7 Sustainability Trends 2023 Report - Shaping the Global Business Agenda

The AccountAbility 7 Sustainability Trends 2023 Report provides timely data, comprehensive insights, and action-oriented guidance to help organizations across industries and geographies make informed sustainability decisions towards meeting their business objectives.

Diversity & Inclusion

Fifth Third Employees Reflect on Juneteenth

As Fifth Third marked the occasion of Juneteenth on Monday, June 19, Bank employees reflected on the importance of the holiday. Juneteenth, the oldest-known celebration marking the end of slavery in the United States, was first recognized by the state of Texas.

Sustainable Development Goals

Applied Materials Charts Progress Towards Environmental, Social and Governance Goals in Latest Sustainability Report

Applied Materials, Inc. today announced the publication of its latest Sustainability Report, detailing its ESG (environmental, social and governance) initiatives and results over the past year.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Recipe for Bonding: Paid Leave Gives New Dad Needed Time

“We want to support employees at every career and life stage,” said Vice President of Global Benefits and Payroll Denise King.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

T-Mobile Rolls Out Aid to Texas Following Deadly Tornado

On Thursday afternoon, a highly destructive tornado tore through the Texas Panhandle, leaving a trail of devastation in the community of Perryton. Our heartfelt condolences go out to those affected by this tragic event.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

“Commence the Re-Fence”: CNH Industrial Is Supporting Cyclone Gabriele Recovery Initiative

In the aftermath of Cyclone Gabriele that caused significant damage to farming communities on New Zealand’s east coast, an inspiring initiative called "Commence the Re-Fence" has been launched to provide support to the most affected farmers in rebuilding their fencing.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Nothing but Net! Coach Dawn Staley Warms Children’s Hearts With Award-Winning My Special Aflac Duck®

Trailblazing University of Virginia basketball legend and South Carolina women's basketball head coach Dawn Staley teamed up with Aflac Incorporated, a leading provider of supplemental health insurance in the U.S., to deliver My Special Aflac Ducks, a free-of-charge resource.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

When We Connect Women Entrepreneurs to Capital, the Whole World Wins

In rural Brazil, a group of women banded together to gather a wild chestnut called baru.

Environment

Are Carbon Accounting Challenges Impeding Progress Towards Net Zero?

Over a third of the world’s largest publicly traded companies now have net-zero targets to radically reduce their greenhouse gas emissions by 2050 or earlier. But, 65% of corporate targets do not yet meet minimum procedural reporting standards.

Sustainable Development Goals

A Vision and Roadmap for a Net-Zero Future

The road to a net-zero future is paved with uneven milestones and few signposts, but getting there is possible with the right roadmap and vision.

Diversity & Inclusion

Providing Safe Spaces and Empowerment to LGBTQ Youth

In Houston, the Montrose Center focuses on holistic impact to marginalized communities

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Kentucky Fried Wishes Is Ready To Make Your Non-Profit's Wish Come True

Calling all change-makers and non-profits!

Applications for this year's Kentucky Fried Wishes are now open!

Diversity & Inclusion

Champion x Method Man x Premier Lacrosse League Collaboration Honored for Impact on DEI

A collaboration between Champion, the Premier Lacrosse League (PLL) and Method Man, has received the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion award from the 5th annual Hashtag Sports Awards.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Grantmakers Embracing Change: 6 Real-Life Examples

Though finding the time and resources to innovate can be tough, it’s worth doing. Grantmakers need to continue to evolve if they want to improve equity, center the communities they serve, build programs for the long term, and make a lasting impact.

Education

Follow Your Competence To Discover Your Passions

I recently delivered the commencement speech for the 2023 undergraduates of the University of Washington’s Foster School of Business. What an honor to speak to this incredible group of resilient students!

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Dow Wins Trio of 2023 SEAL Business Sustainability Awards

Dow (NYSE: DOW) has earned three 2023 SEAL (Sustainability, Environmental Achievement & Leadership) Business Sustainability Awards (BSA).

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

International Paper Celebrates LIFE During National Safety Month 2023

This year and moving forward, our annual LIFE Month safety awareness campaign starts in June to align with National Safety Month in the U.S. LIFE stands for Life-changing Injury and Fatality Elimination.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Wesco Named 2023 Best Company for Latinos To Work

Thank you to Latino Leaders Magazine for naming Wesco as one of the best companies for Latinos to work. We celebrate the talent and accomplishments of our Latino team members, suppliers, and community members around the world.

Diversity & Inclusion

Dallas LGBTQIA+ Young Adults Experiencing Homelessness Find a Community

Earlier this year, the nonprofit Dallas Hope Charities debuted a newly refurbished home for LGBTQ+ ages 18-24, aiming to provide a safe place and sense of community. The eight-bed home, called Dallas Hope Center, provides residents with a 12-month program that provides a secure.

Sustainable Development Goals

Covia’s Overview of 2022 ESG Progress

As an organization, we have so much to be proud of and many accomplishments that need to be celebrated. The hard work, dedication, and teamwork that went into each program and initiative truly demonstrates how we are creating a strong, sustainable future for Covia.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Yes, You Can Save on a Vacation. Start With These 6 Simple Tips

Doing More Today asked the experts at Regions Next Step for some ideas for saving money when it’s time to unplug and, maybe, stick your toes in the sand or visit that city you’ve wanted to see

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Bloomberg Expands D&I Dealer Initiative

Bloomberg today announced that it has introduced a solution for US Treasuries that enables diverse broker-dealers to provide their clients liquidity using Bloomberg’s technology.

Latest Campaigns

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  2. ESG Voices: Short Podcasts Addressing the Opportunities and Challenges of ESG
    This podcast series takes a deep dive into the opportunities and challenges of ESG and what it means for businesses and communities through interviews...
  3. Local Communities
    The principals of living and working in synergy with the communities in which we operate, as well as collaborating on projects that benefit those...
  4. KeyBank's Community Investment
    In states where Key has a presence, there are approximately 1.7 million low- to moderate-income (LMI) households. Many LMI individuals don’t have bank...
  5. Healthy Spaces Podcast: Season 5
    Welcome to Season 5 of Healthy Spaces by Trane Technologies, the podcast where experts and disruptors explore how climate technology and innovation...
  6. Biomimicry and Ray of Hope Accelerator
    The Ray C. Anderson Foundation has partnered with the Biomimicry Institute to create the Ray of Hope Accelerator, designed to bring commercially...
  7. Drive for MPC
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  8. Goals That Inspire: Environmental Stewardship
    Through our Goals That Inspire we have established aggressive commitments with targeted and measurable metrics which will require innovation...
  9. License to Operate
    Corporate governance, risk management, operational integrity, and regulatory compliance are demanding challenges that companies face in today’s ever...
  10. Social Impact at Mastercard
    At Mastercard, we’re powering economies and empowering people, building a sustainable economy where everyone prospers.
  11. Growth Through Sustainability
    Trane Technologies is a global climate innovator with a clear purpose to boldly challenge what’s possible for a sustainable world. See how embedding...
  12. Integrated Tools
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  13. Leading ESG & Sustainability Stewardship
    The new CNH continues on its longstanding path of excellence in sustainability, which is recognized by the foremost authorities.
  14. Purposeful Innovation
    We invent breakthrough technologies that enable life-changing products and experiences. We’re building on our legacy of technology leadership with 5G...
  15. GoDaddy | Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging
    Diverse teams build better products — period. At GoDaddy, we make apps and services that our worldwide community of entrepreneurs can relate to. Our...