Diversity & Inclusion

M·A·C Honors Transgender Day of Remembrance

Nov 23, 2021 10:35 AM ET

This Transgender Day of Remembrance, we honor the lives tragically lost due to anti-transgender violence. Having always stood for “All Ages, All Races, All Genders,” M·A·C stands firmly behind the transgender and gender non-conforming community.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

PSEG Named To Dow Jones Sustainability Index for 14th Consecutive Year

Nov 23, 2021 10:35 AM ET

Public Service Enterprise Group has been named to the Dow Jones Sustainability Index for North America for the 14th consecutive year – recognizing PSEG’s commitment to sustainable and ethical practices and long track record of achievement across environmental, social and governance (ESG) criteria.

Health & Healthcare

The Importance of Self Advocacy in Breast Cancer: Janelle's Story

Nov 23, 2021 10:00 AM ET

Janelle Goins was watching TV one evening when she discovered a small nodule in one of her breasts. But she didn’t feel overly concerned because she’s had cysts in the past.

Environment

It's Time for Maritime Transport to Get on Board With Climate Action

Nov 23, 2021 9:15 AM ET

After years of neglecting its responsibility to address the climate crisis, it is time for the global shipping industry to take meaningful action to eliminate its carbon footprint.

Education

onebillion: Using Technology to Ensure All Children Reach Their Full Potential in Reading and Math

Nov 23, 2021 9:15 AM ET

Cisco cash and product grants have enabled onebillion to localize its award-winning onecourse software, bringing this resource to more children who are out of school and not learning.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Tork Interactive Clean Hospital Training and Tork Clean Hands Training Win Innovation of the Year Award at ISSA Show North America 2021

Nov 23, 2021 9:00 AM ET

Health & Healthcare

Actress Jordin Sparks Helps Raise Awareness of Sickle Cell Disease

Nov 23, 2021 9:00 AM ET

The singer and actress stars in the new Hallmark Christmas movie, A Christmas Treasure, is also raising awareness on sickle cell disease.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Army Veteran and Home Depot Associate Says Values-Based Culture is Key

Nov 23, 2021 9:00 AM ET

Richard Cranford is an Army veteran who served our nation for 24 years. Today, he’s a contact center manager at The Home Depot’s Human Resource Service Center.

Innovation & Technology

Working Remotely on the Farm

Nov 23, 2021 8:45 AM ET

The COVID-19 pandemic has shut down nearly every border worldwide, which means many of the seasonal farmworkers who travel to plant and harvest much of the world’s crops are stuck in place.

Social Impact & Volunteering

VolunteerMatch Partners With GivingTuesday and U.S. Bank to Provide More Ways to Give Back on GivingTuesday

Nov 23, 2021 8:30 AM ET

VolunteerMatch, the largest nonprofit network on the web connecting volunteers with opportunities to give back, is partnering with GivingTuesday and U.S. Bank to offer even more ways for people to give back on GivingTuesday.

Sustainable Finance & Socially Responsible Investment

Solutions to Build Inclusive and Sustainable Economies

Nov 23, 2021 8:20 AM ET

How do we harness collective ingenuity and resources from across industries and sectors to solve the big challenges of inequality, poverty, systemic racism and climate change?

Events, Media & Communications

Over 250 IR and Governance Professionals to Attend ESG Integration Forum

Nov 23, 2021 8:00 AM ET

The fourth annual ESG Integration Forum will take place as a virtual event on December 1 and 2.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Uber Donates 100,000 Meals to Albertsons Companies' Nourishing Neighbors Program for Thanksgiving Season

Nov 22, 2021 7:10 PM ET

Today, Uber Technologies, Inc. announced their support of grocery partner Albertsons Companies, Inc.'s Nourishing Neighbors program to give 100,000 meals to families in need this Thanksgiving.

Diversity & Inclusion

Financial Women's Association Celebrates 2021-2023 President Hermina 'Nina' Batson During Its 65th Anniversary Year

Nov 22, 2021 6:35 PM ET

The Financial Women’s Association of New York celebrates Hermina ‘Nina’ Batson, the FWA’s first Black president during its 65th Anniversary, with a Giving Tuesday Campaign, and FWA headline events and sponsorships extending across her two-year term.

Diversity & Inclusion

Ralph Lauren Launches Pin of Solidarity, Supporting New UNCF Scholarship Program

Nov 22, 2021 5:00 PM ET

Ralph Lauren recently introduced the Ralph Lauren Pin of Solidarity – a timeless, tangible symbol of allyship and unity with Black, African, and African American communities.

Education

Delaware Department of Education, DuPont and Discovery Education Launch First-of-Its-Kind Partnership Supporting STEM, Career, and Technical Education Statewide

Nov 22, 2021 4:50 PM ET

The Delaware Department of Education, DuPont and Discovery Education today announced a new, first-of-its-kind partnership that will increase student access to high-quality STEM instructional resources, as well as instructional materials and other supports to enhance career and technical education programs across the state.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Refresh and Reset: A Pro Bono Website Upgrade

Nov 22, 2021 4:35 PM ET

“The team really listened to us and thought to learn about how this supported our work organizationally in order to create a platform that will work for us and grow with us,” said Emily Ashton, Chief External Affairs Officer at America Needs You.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Land Betterment Corporation's Impact Minute #28: Reflection on COP26 With Lee Green of The Consumer Goods Forum

Nov 22, 2021 4:25 PM ET

Land Betterment Corporation (“Land Betterment” or the “Company”), an environmental solutions company fostering positive impact through upcycling former coal mining and industrial sites

Education

Delaware Department of Education, DuPont and Discovery Education Launch First-of-Its-Kind Partnership Supporting STEM, Career, and Technical Education Statewide

Nov 22, 2021 4:00 PM ET

The Delaware Department of Education (DDOE), DuPont (NYSE: DD) and Discovery Education today announced a new, first-of-its-kind partnership that will increase student access to high-quality STEM instructional resources

Environment

Why We Should Be Paying More Attention To Water Consumption - An Oil Palm Perspective

Nov 22, 2021 3:45 PM ET

While water conservation might not seem like a pressing issue, it’s important to recognize that higher rainfall does not equate an abundant water supply.

Environment

Better Planet: Creating More Sustainable Products and Services

Nov 22, 2021 2:30 PM ET

As part of our commitment to supporting green building and environmental design, Kohler has over 5,000 Environmental Product Declarations available — more than any other building products manufacturer.

Environment

Hershey Is Reducing Their Emissions - Find Out How

Nov 22, 2021 2:05 PM ET

Learn the latest on how we’re reducing Direct & Indirect emissions by 50% and Value Chain emissions by 25% by 2030.

Diversity & Inclusion

Cigna CEO David Cordani and FedEx CEO Frederick W. Smith Join Together to Highlight the Unique Value Veterans Bring to the Workforce

Nov 22, 2021 1:30 PM ET

Cigna CEO & President David Cordani & FedEx Chairman & CEO Frederick W. Smith have joined together to promote a powerful message: companies that recruit, hire, support & retain veterans will benefit from their unique skillsets & perspectives.

Research, Reports & Publications

Introducing Porter Novelli Focus: Health Equity

Nov 22, 2021 1:15 PM ET

In this research, we explore American perceptions and understanding of inequities in our healthcare system – and which organizations are responsible to solve for these inequities.

Social Impact & Volunteering

Illumina's Shanghai Employees and Families Help Conserve Wetland Reserve

Nov 22, 2021 1:15 PM ET

On October 23, more than 30 Illumina employees and their families volunteered at Shanghai Chongming Dongtan Wetland Reserve, cleaning up marine litter and plastic bottles and learning about wetland biology and the severity of marine litter.