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Diversity & Inclusion

Second Annual Art Contest Brings Words of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. to Life

At Henkel, we are united by our purpose: Pioneers at heart for the good of generations. We believe that we have a responsibility to create a better world for future generations and this belief is a core component of our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.

Diversity & Inclusion

Rayonier 2021 Sustainability Report: Indigenous Peoples

Rayonier has developed policies and practices to recognize and respect the rights of Indigenous Peoples. We maintain ongoing dialogue and are continually building relationships with Indigenous Peoples in Washington, Oregon, and New Zealand.

Energy

Southern Company's Approach Reliability, Resilience, and Affordability

Southern Company is dedicated to delivering reliable and affordable energy to our customers and communities.

Diversity & Inclusion

D&I Weekly News Round Up: Equal Pay, Racial Bias and More

Welcome to the latest edition of our Diversity & Inclusion News Round-Up. Today we are talking about a framework to improve pay practices, Shopify purging meetings, Apple being sued over racial bias, and a new accessibility controller.

Diversity & Inclusion

International Paper's Approach to Diversity & Inclusion

Our Global Diversity & Inclusion Council leads our global efforts to build and sustain a workplace that embraces individuality and collaboration to drive exceptional results.

Education

Women in STEM Careers: ‘So Much Potential There’

A young woman in Texas hoped to study computer science in university. But the program was too demanding for her to complete while also working two part-time jobs. Tuition was simply too expensive to pursue the degree of her choice.

Diversity & Inclusion

Our People: Field Operator Dynita McCaskill

Dynita McCaskill, known to her friends and family as Lady Dy, is one of the few female operators at the Detroit refinery. She says it’s a great career for anyone who loves learning and being busy.

Innovation & Technology

Biomimicry Finding Success in Deep Tech

Sarah McInerney, Ray of Hope Prize Manager at the Biomimicry Institute recaps the excitement of having three Ray of Hope Prize Alumni teams win big at the Hello Tomorrow Deep Tech Global Summit in Paris.

Diversity & Inclusion

Empowering Others and Embracing Equity With the Women of NRG

During Women's History Month, we reflect on the achievements and contributions of women from the past and present. The theme of the month is embracing equity — an action that rejects bias, makes progress for equality, and fosters psychological safety.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Utilising the Skillsets in Your Workplace

The importance of experience cannot be underestimated - someone could be highly decorated with lots of letters after their name, but real-world experience and learning on the job is crucial.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Global Electronics Council (GEC) Announces Initiative To Advance Decarbonization of Solar Panel Production

The Global Electronics Council (GEC), a non-profit organization founded to promote sustainable electronics, today announced the addition of criteria within its EPEAT ecolabel system focused on decarbonizing the supply chain for solar panel production.

Innovation & Technology

Acting on Data’s Complex and Powerful Story: Ryan Thompson Joins CRB As Industry 4.0 Lead

CRB, a leading global provider of advanced engineering, architecture, construction and consulting solutions to the life sciences and food and beverage industries, today announced the hiring of Ryan Thompson as its new Industry 4.0 lead.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Workplace Culture Surveys: How To Measure and Improve Employee Health and Well-Being

Many employers are opting to use culture surveys to assess the current state of environmental, health, and safety (EHS) and employee well-being within their organizations. 

Environment

Sofidel Announces Winner of Nationwide Sustainability Contest

Sofidel, a leading global provider of paper for hygienic and domestic use, today announced the winner of its Sustainable Hygiene Heroes contest.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Tri-C Foundation Announces $2 Million Gift From KeyBank

KeyBank and the Cuyahoga Community College (Tri-C®) Foundation have announced a $2 million grant from the KeyBank Foundation to grow innovative, accessible workforce training. 

Innovation & Technology

See How Digital Tools Help Empower Small Businesses

Small businesses are the beating heart of economies, but for many finding the right resources is a challenge. Digital tools can help empower entrepreneurs by providing access to expert guidance, training, community and funding.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Black & Veatch Selects Global Director of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Black & Veatch, a global leader in critical infrastructure solutions, has announced Silas S. Dulan III as an Associate Vice President and the company’s Global Director of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion. Dulan will work with company leaders to advance commitments.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Inspiring Conversations: Truist Foundation and Miami Bayside Foundation Connect on Removing Barriers for BIPOC-Owned Small Businesses

During its Inspiring Conversations audio series, Truist Foundation President Lynette Bell sits down with various partners of the foundation so they can share the amazing work their organizations are doing to make a difference in their respective communities.

Sustainable Development Goals

ESG Reporting: Focus on Creating Value

CSRHub LLC's CTO and Co-founder Bahar Gidwani shares his concern on how the evolving expectations and processes of measuring ESG factors risks losing its intended purpose: driving change.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Schmidt’s Renews $25,000 Commitment to Whole Planet Foundation’s Poverty Is Unnecessary Fund

Suppliers of Whole Foods Market are empowering microentrepreneurs, primarily women, with economic opportunity. These generous brands fund microloans for entrepreneurs living in poverty so they can start or expand a small business, often home-based.

Diversity & Inclusion

Digital Inclusion: How Cisco Is Bringing Connectivity to Communities

Powering an Inclusive Future for All means addressing the barriers that keep people from accessing the Internet, including cost, skills gaps, and lack of networking infrastructure. But access is just the beginning.

Innovation & Technology

Solidia Technologies Expands SCM Capabilities, Capacity at San Antonio, Texas, Headquarters

Solidia Technologies is expanding production capacity of its Supplementary Cementitious Material (SCM). The proprietary SCM improves the durability, workability, and overall properties of concrete while mineralizing captured CO2 to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 30% to 40%.

Events, Media & Communications

Planet Water Foundation Accelerates Clean Drinking Water Deployments in Response to Urgent U.N. World Water Day Declarations

Planet Water Foundation is responding to the recent United Nations call for an urgent response to accelerate clean water access to all by deploying a combination of 22 clean drinking water systems, sanitization systems, and water-health education programs across 6 countries.

Environment

Qualcomm's Commitment to Operating Sustainably

Growing a global company on a planet with finite resources demands fresh thinking. We’re working to be a positive and creative force in protecting the environment by continually looking for ways to conserve water, minimize energy consumption, lower emissions and reduce waste.

Diversity & Inclusion

PNC Bank, Chip Ganassi Racing Launch Women in Motorsports

PNC Bank and Chip Ganassi Racing (CGR) announced today the launch of Women In Motorsports Powered by PNC Bank with Chip Ganassi Racing, a new campaign to drive awareness and support for gender equality and economic inclusion for women in the workforce.

Latest Campaigns

  1. Fifth Third’s Neighborhood Program
    Fifth Third has a proven track record of success in community development through its neighborhood program, which creates and implements innovative...
  2. AEG's Commitment to Social Impact and Volunteerism
    AEG embraces its responsibility to enrich the lives of people in the communities around the world where we do business, and to use business to create...
  3. Employee and Community Engagement
    At MilliporeSigma, we look for opportunities to use employee and community engagement to spark scientific curiosity and breakthroughs. We know that...
  4. Drawdown Georgia
    Informed by Project Drawdown, the world’s leading resource for climate solutions, Drawdown Georgia is the first state-centered effort to crowdsolve...
  5. Communities and People
    Employees are our most valued resource and are at the center of everything we do. Their talent, diversity, and commitment are crucial to our...
  6. Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG)
    The business landscape is reorienting itself and you can almost hear priorities shifting toward change-readiness and the bigger picture. And in this...
  7. Sustainable Products and Innovation
    Ongoing research into innovative solutions enables CNH’s brands to manufacture products that respect the environment while satisfying customers’...
  8. Forests
    Managing our forests sustainably and protecting water, wildlife, and species at risk.
  9. 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...
  10. KeyBank Foundation: Helping Communities Thrive through Education, Workforce Development, and Service
    KeyBank Foundation helps build thriving communities by supporting organizations and programs that foster thriving students and a thriving workforce...
  11. License to Operate
    Corporate governance, risk management, operational integrity, and regulatory compliance are demanding challenges that companies face in today’s ever...
  12. Subaru Love Promise: Community
    Subaru is dedicated to supporting those who need it the most in our communities. From donating food to Feeding America, providing essential items to...
  13. IWBI | WELL Building Standard
    Our built environment can shape our habits and choices, regulate our sleep-wake cycle, drive us toward healthy and unhealthy choices, and passively...
  14. Scotts Miracle-Gro | Environment Improvement
    Earth's beauty and resources should be appreciated now and preserved for generations to come. Discover the stewardship initiatives underway to protect...
  15. Opportunity for All
    At Trane Technologies, uplifting our communities and workforce is the key to our continued success. We focus on broadening access to education...