Impact & Sustainability News From Leading Brands

Diversity & Inclusion

Real Allies Listen: How to Support Women in the Workplace

Mar 8, 2021 4:45 PM ET

Today is International Women’s Day, a day that celebrates the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. It is also a day to reflect on how much farther society must progress to achieve gender equality.

Diversity & Inclusion

Celebrating International Women's Day

Mar 8, 2021 4:20 PM ET

Diversity & Inclusion

Leading the Way To Parity at Stanley Black & Decker

Mar 8, 2021 4:15 PM ET

As an employer and corporate citizen, we know we have a vital role in contributing to a more equitable world. That’s why we’ve set ambitious goals that include achieving gender parity by 2030.

Diversity & Inclusion

Women Rise to COVID-19's Challenges

Mar 8, 2021 3:35 PM ET

At least that's what we're hoping at Abbott, where we're committed to providing opportunities for women in science, technology, engineering and math – or STEM – and ensuring girls can see these women in action, motivating the next generation of female scientists and engineers.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

People Behind CSR at Cisco: Why We Take Ethics and Integrity Seriously

Mar 8, 2021 3:30 PM ET

How people behave inside a company is just as important as how they interact outside a company. Any CSR program that aims to contribute to the greater good, maintaining internal ethical practices means those external programs have greater impact.

Diversity & Inclusion

Have Women Really Broken the Glass Ceiling?

Mar 8, 2021 3:15 PM ET

We are excited about the journey ahead of us and the difference we hope to make at NortonLifeLock and our surrounding communities.

Diversity & Inclusion

International Women's Day: How “New Realities” Is Helping a Generation of Changemakers Choose to Challenge

Mar 8, 2021 2:25 PM ET

Each year, International Women’s Day encourages us to celebrate our female role models, confront the inequalities women face and focus on the change we want to see – and create – in the world.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

With $800,000 Donation, Alliance Data Extends Its Support Of National Girls' Empowerment Organization

Mar 8, 2021 1:45 PM ET

Furthering its commitment to using data for good and advancing gender equality, Alliance Data Systems Corporation today announced a two-year $800,000 donation to Columbus-based Ruling Our eXperiences (ROX).

Diversity & Inclusion

Financial Women's Association Celebrates International Women's Day With Mentee Leadership Program on the Priority of ESG in the Financial Markets

Mar 8, 2021 1:45 PM ET

Ninety One, a global investment manager, joined the Financial Women’s Association of New York in celebrating International Women’s Day with a keynote program: The Priority of ESG in the Financial Markets.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

SSCI Closes Second Public Consultation on Social Criteria for At-Sea Operations Scope

Mar 8, 2021 1:20 PM ET

The CGF Sustainable Supply Chain Initiative (SSCI) has closed its latest public consultation on the Social Criteria for its At-Sea Operations (ASO) Scope.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Over 100 Charities Condemn Brutal Cuts in UK Aid to Yemen

Mar 8, 2021 1:10 PM ET

What kind of country are you, when you see a society on the brink of the worst famine the world has seen in decades, and choose to look away? What kind of country are you, when you choose to do even worse — and completely gut the support already there?

Events, Media & Communications

New Speakers Announced for Ceres 2021!

Mar 8, 2021 1:05 PM ET

At Ceres 2021: Transform Tomorrow Today, we will convene capital market leaders across the U.S. and the globe for three days of virtual programming to highlight the urgent actions they are taking today to transform tomorrow and stabilize our climate, protect water and natural resources, and build a more equitable and inclusive economy.

Research, Reports & Publications

Report: COVID-19 Market Analysis For Sustainability & Safety Professionals

Mar 8, 2021 1:05 PM ET

In the midst of the pandemic, society is evolving and adapting at an exponential pace. As recruitment and talent development specialists, we feel uniquely placed to provide insight into the direction that our core markets are taking as we work our way through this changing environment.

Diversity & Inclusion

International Women's Day: Choose to Challenge Inequity

Mar 8, 2021 12:35 PM ET

In honor of International Women’s Day — and Women’s History Month in the U.S. — we invited women leaders across our company to share why they “Choose to Challenge” and their views on fostering a more equitable world.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Tork Alcohol Gel Hand Sanitizer Earns Green Seal Certification

Mar 8, 2021 12:00 PM ET

Green Seal announced that Essity’s Tork Alcohol Gel Hand Sanitizer is one of two hand sanitizers in the marketplace to earn the coveted Green Seal certification.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Kohler Co. and DigDeep Join Forces To Address Access To Clean Water and Sanitation on the Navajo Nation and Other Communities Across the United States

Mar 8, 2021 12:00 PM ET

The program supports local entrepreneurs and community groups who present innovative ideas to provide universal access to clean water and sanitation through community-based service models or new technologies.

Diversity & Inclusion

Virgil Miller, President, AFLAC Individual Insurance

Mar 8, 2021 12:00 PM ET

What are some specific steps insurance providers can take to build better bridges to Black and Brown communities? I think the first steps providers can take start with the composition of their workforce.

Green Infrastructure

Dow Congratulates Sam Bird on His Debut Win With Jaguar Racing at Diriyah E-Prix

Mar 8, 2021 11:35 AM ET

Dow and Jaguar Racing’s partnership allows engineers to use the track as a real-world testing ground for electric vehicle technologies designed for a low-carbon future.

Media & Communications

Are We Headed Toward a New Sustainability Standards Board To Harmonize Corporate ESG Disclosure? - Some Important Developments You Should Know About

Mar 8, 2021 11:30 AM ET

The public discourse about the current (and future) state of corporate sustainability / ESG disclosure and reporting continues to steadily expand, especially in Europe and North America, Asia, and other regions.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Alkermes Employee Shares How Her Experience With Bipolar Disorder Inspires Her at Work

Mar 8, 2021 11:15 AM ET

Meet Jessica Tamborski -- an Alkermes employee inspired by her daughter’s struggle with bipolar disorder who is proud to work at an organization that helps people living with serious mental illness.

Diversity & Inclusion

Being A Trailblazer in the Tech Field

Mar 8, 2021 11:00 AM ET

This Women’s History Month, T-Mobile’s Edwige Robinson shares her journey from Africa to America, overcoming adversity and seizing opportunity to pave a way for herself and blaze a trail for others.

Diversity & Inclusion

Associate Spotlight: From Retool Your School HBCU Recipient to Program Advocate

Mar 8, 2021 11:00 AM ET

Jasmine Gurley is a Home Depot associate who has seen firsthand how impactful the Retool Your School program is.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Companies Tap Bonds for Social Impact During Coronavirus

Mar 8, 2021 10:40 AM ET

Both the pandemic and the social protests that started in the U.S. and spread around the world have revealed hard truths about racial injustice, social inequality and environmental issues.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Logitech Spotlights Women Defying Expectations

Mar 8, 2021 10:30 AM ET

Women receive only 2% of venture capital. Women of color receive a fraction of that. So, Dr. Roshawnna Novellus founded EnrichHER to fund underinvested women, allowing them to enrich their communities with new businesses.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Leading Athletes and Sports Influencers Join water4Her Campaign

Mar 8, 2021 10:30 AM ET

water4Her, a collaboration of women for water™, a clean water and women’s empowerment action platform, and two-time Super Bowl winner Chris Long’s premier athlete-led initiative Waterboys, is bringing together a community of athletes, influencers, and donors to raise awareness and funding for clean water projects in four East African countries.