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Diversity & Inclusion

Signs of Care: A Truist Teammate Helps People Feel Heard

There’s a school for the deaf near the Truist branch where she works. And when deaf or hard-of-hearing clients came in, they’d have to write down their requests. Then Lindsey would write back.

Innovation & Technology

Leidos, NASCAR Lunar Terrain Vehicle Partnership: Driving Sustainability on the Moon

In a groundbreaking collaboration between Leidos, a global technology solutions provider, and NASCAR, the renowned motorsports organization, a visionary partnership has emerged to design and construct a Lunar Terrain Vehicle (LTV) for NASA's ambitious lunar exploration program.

Diversity & Inclusion

D&I Weekly News Round Up: Mental Health, Gender Equality, and More

Welcome to the latest edition of our Diversity & Inclusion News Round-Up. Today we are talking about critiques holding women back, the rise of the Chief Diversity Officer, a new UNICEF report about child marriage, and Sesame Street’s new mental health awareness campaign.

Research, Reports & Publications

Gen™ 2023 Social Impact Report: Making the World a Better, Safer Place

What our efforts come to life in the Gen Social Impact Report video. Our social impact work is essential in bringing equity, opportunities and safety to the next generation of digital life.

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

Closing the Loop: Rethinking Operations, the Economy To Save the Planet

Whether making a widget or a culinary treat, prioritizing a circular life cycle for products helps keep them out of waste streams until they are negligible — or better yet, they never land there.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

National Grid Announces Lisa Wieland To Lead New England Business

National Grid today announced that Lisa Wieland will join National Grid as President of its New England business, and sit on the Group Executive Committee, further strengthening National Grid’s leadership team and reinforcing its credentials as a leader in the energy transition.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Work for Humankind India: Lenovo’s Smarter Technology Supports Millet Revival in Kanthalloor

The success story of the Lenovo Digital Center for Millets stands as a resounding testament to the extraordinary power of technology and its capacity to revolutionize farming practices.

Health & Healthcare

Health in Sustainability: Experts Provide Insights on Elevating Health, Well-being and Equity

Earlier this month, the National League of Cities (NLC) and the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI) teamed up to host an important and timely webcast titled, “Elevating Health across Sustainability Initiatives - Systematic Approach to Creating a Resilient Future.”

Diversity & Inclusion

Sky’s the Limit Celebrates National Black Business Month: Spotlighting Erick Donaldson, Founder of 99 BXNG

SkysTheLimit.org, a nonprofit digital platform dedicated to supporting historically excluded entrepreneurs, is proud to spotlight Erick Donaldson, the Founder of 99 BXNG, during National Black Business Month.

Events, Media & Communications

KeyBank to Participate in Homeownership Advice Events in Buffalo

KeyBank will take part in events for first-time homebuyers in Buffalo, NY. Saleem Shabazz, KeyBank Community Development Loan Officer (NMLS# 474996), will offer advice and details on products and assistance programs available to first time homebuyers.

Events, Media & Communications

Can London Climate Action Week Spark Tangible Global Action?

This year’s London Climate Action Week (LCAW) kicked off on June 24th to unite thought leaders and innovators to find global solutions to the climate emergency.

Research, Reports & Publications

Nasdaq ESG Solutions: Supporting Our Clients

As stakeholder expectations evolve, many companies recognize that a good sustainability strategy means good business, whether for employees, clients, suppliers, investors, regulators or other parties.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Bath & Body Works Named One of 'America's Best Employers for Women’ by Forbes

Today Bath & Body Works announces its inclusion on Forbes’ list of America's Best Employers for Women.

Innovation & Technology

Encourage Youth To Whet Their Appetite for Innovation in the goIT Monthly Challenge for August

TCS is proud to partner with the nonprofit Sakhikamva Foundation for the August Go Innovate Together (goIT) Monthly Challenge. This month’s challenge is aligned with the U.N.’s Sustainable Development Goal 6: Clean Water and Sanitation.

Diversity & Inclusion

GD Employee + Entrepreneur: Meet Clara Avila

I am thrilled to be part of the GoDaddy team as a Marketing Manager, leading the coordination of the Content Center of Excellence RoW+. Over the past four and a half years, I’ve had the privilege of working with a dynamic and inspiring group of individuals.

Energy

Telling the Nuclear Story

Kimberly Cook-Nelson recently sat down for an interview with the Delta Business Journal's Jack Criss to discuss the benefits of nuclear power and her journey to become one of only three female chief nuclear officers in the country.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Sustainable Finance Policy in Americas Finally Catching Up

Attention corporations and financial institutions: get ready for heavier sustainable finance regulation in the Americas. While the region still lags Europe and Asia, change is quickly on the way.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Clorox’s Global Stewardship Director Talks Ingredient Management and Transparency

Clorox’s ESG goals are integrated into our IGNITE strategy because we believe they drive growth and create positive value for our brands, people and communities.

Environment

Covia 2022 ESG Report: Leveraging Best Practices in Environmental Management

Our dedication to operating sustainably is firmly embedded in our company culture, and we believe that understanding and managing our environmental impact necessarily guides WHERE WE’RE GOING.

Research, Reports & Publications

New Analysis Introduces Framework To Help Investors and Companies Understand True Value of Water Stewardship

A new analysis highlights an innovative approach for investors and companies that aims to strengthen the business case for water action and shows where corporate boards and executives should prioritize investments for the greatest impact on their business and society.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Lifting Up the Next Generation of Women in Sports and Technology

Comcast, NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises, and Women in Sports Tech (WiST) partnered to celebrate the beginning of the FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023™.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Hormel Foods Announces Free College Tuition for Team Members

Hormel Foods is partnering with Workforce Edge, a complete employee education management platform powered by Strategic Education, Inc., on this benefits expansion.

Education

The Future of Media: Paramount Hosts Career Day for Reel Works’ Student Filmmakers

How can I show up as my most authentic self at work? After successfully marketing an Emmy-nominated series, what is your advice for aspiring industry changemakers? Have you ever met Tom Kenny, the voice of SpongeBob SquarePants?

Diversity & Inclusion

Engineer Wins U.S. Bank Foundation Cleantech Award for Clean Water Technology

The amount of animal waste produced in the U.S. every year is more than 1,000 times the weight of the Empire State Building, and the greenhouse gases from that waste can significantly impact the planet.

Research, Reports & Publications

MetLife 2022 Sustainability Report: For Our Communities

As one of the world’s leading financial services companies, MetLife plays an important role in communities

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