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Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Celebrating Juneteenth, Supporting #BlackLivesMatter, and Continuing to Work in Solidarity for Racial Justice, Equality, and Equity

Commemorating the end of slavery in the United States, Juneteenth is celebrated by Americans on June 19 each year – the date in 1865 when the Union soldiers landed in Galveston, Texas with news that the war was over and slavery had been abolished

Diversity & Inclusion

The History of Juneteenth

Juneteenth – also known as Freedom Day, Emancipation Day or Juneteenth Independence Day – is an American holiday that marks the effective end of slavery in the United States.

Diversity & Inclusion

"No Single Entity Can Solve This Challenge Alone": An Honest Conversation About Racial Inequity

It's time to have hard and heartfelt conversations about the state of racism and inequity. At home. With friends and loved ones. With other members of your community. In the workplace.

Diversity & Inclusion

You Have to Combine Pocketbook and Presence to Grow Diversity and Inclusion: Shundrawn Thomas

Shundrawn Thomas, Northern Trust Asset Management, joins ‘Power Lunch’ to discuss which efforts are lasting towards driving diversity and inclusion.

Research, Reports & Publications

Freeport-McMoRan Publishes Its 2019 Annual Report on Sustainability and Its 2019 Climate Report

Freeport-McMoRan Inc. announced the publication of its 2019 Annual Report on Sustainability, “Building on Strength.” This report details the company’s long-standing commitment to manage responsibly their environmental, social and governance (ESG) performance.

Diversity & Inclusion

Alkermes: Our Responsibility to Combat Discrimination and Racism

Last week, more than 1,000 Alkermes employees came together virtually to listen to our colleagues who volunteered to share their stories of how racism and bias have impacted their lives.

Health & Healthcare

Changing Habits Around Menstrual Hygiene in Bangladesh

Menstrual hygiene manufacturer Sokhipad has joined Business Call to Action (BCtA) by pledging to create awareness about menstrual hygiene management among 100,000 low-income women throughout Bangladesh by 2021.

Events, Media & Communications

Recognizing Juneteenth and the Continued Pursuit for Equity

"Juneteenth is a celebration of freedom and a critical moment in our history, but full freedom cannot be achieved without equity," said Marsha Jones, PNC's Chief Diversity Officer.

Environment

New Pollinator Garden at Duke Energy Tippecanoe Solar Power Plant in Indiana Helps Pollinator Species Thrive

A new Duke Energy solar power plant in West Lafayette, Ind., which provides clean, renewable electric energy, also now helps renew and increase populations of so-called “pollinator species” important to the growth and reproduction of flowers...

Environment

Our World Is Telling Us Something

We’re taking action by collaborating and investing in global efforts to take care of our world – addressing climate change, plastic waste, and inequality simultaneously.

Diversity & Inclusion

Washington Post: How to Reconstruct an Equitable Future for Our Region

This Washington Post op-ed by Tonia Wellons of the Greater Washington Community Foundation and Ursula Wright of FSG details 3 fluid phases for advancing racial justice and equity in the wake of COVID-19 and structural racism in the United States.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Ecolab CEO Doug Baker on the Company's Science Certified Program to Help Businesses Ensure a High Standard of Cleanliness and Consumer Trust

Ecolab Chairman and CEO Doug Baker joined CNBC's Squawk Alley to discuss how the company is helping businesses reopen with a high standard of cleanliness through its comprehensive Ecolab Science Certified Program to help gain consumer trust.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Going Beyond 'Fair Trade' With Hershey's Sustainable Cocoa Strategy

More than eight years ago, Hershey made an ambitious, important commitment to reaching 100 percent certified and sustainable cocoa by 2020.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Companies Continue Steps to Address Racial Inequality; Celebrate Juneteenth

Over the past few weeks, we have reported on how companies are addressing the growing demand for social justice through communications and, more importantly, action. Americans are making it loud and clear that now is the time for change. In response, companies have confronted racism and embraced feedback when they have misstepped. This week we will examine companies that are honoring Black history by making Juneteenth a company holiday:

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Biogen Ranked #1 Biotech on Climate - 100 Best Corporate Citizens

We feel a great sense of responsibility in our role as a corporate citizen to make a positive impact. That’s why we are proud to be listed as the #1 Biotechnology company on Climate Change in 3BL Media's annual 100 Best Corporate Citizens ranking.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

TD Announces 3rd Annual TD Ready Challenge and Pledges $10 Million in Grants for Innovative Solutions In Response to COVID-19

The TD Ready Challenge has a total of $10 million (CAD) in grants available to eligible organizations developing innovative and measurable solutions in response to the widespread impacts of the pandemic.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

5 Ways to Foster Belonging as You Reopen

Benevity shares 5 ways to create a sense of belonging, engage employees and foster deeper connection as offices, stores and facilities begin to reopen.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Comerica Bank and National Business League Announce $1 Million Commitment to Support Black-Owned Small Businesses

Comerica Bank today announced its $1 million commitment over four years to the National Business League as part of a national partnership that will launch the Black Capital Access Program (BCAP), an access to capital initiative to assist Black businesses across the country.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Funding the Transition to a Sustainable Future

A global fundraising initiative has been launched to safeguard and increase GRI’s ability to deliver the leading sustainability standards that encourage organizations to embrace responsible business practices.

Events, Media & Communications

TotalDECOM Releases Tetra Tech-Sponsored Cross-Industry Learnings Report

TotalDECOM released its Cross-Industry Learnings report in June 2020, sponsored by Tetra Tech. It offers a thorough look at the cost reductions and innovations made in decommissioning across sectors, including oil and gas, energy, and nuclear, that increase productivity and deliver economic growth.

Health & Healthcare

United Airlines Strengthens Onboard Mask Policy to Further Protect Passengers and Employees Against COVID-19 Spread

United Airlines has announced that, along with other Airlines for America (A4A) members, it will strengthen mandatory mask policies to further mitigate against the spread of COVID-19 and help continue to keep passengers and crew safe.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

PNC Commits More Than $1 Billion To Help End Systemic Racism and Support Economic Empowerment of African Americans and Low- And Moderate-Income Communities

The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. today announced a commitment of more than $1 billion to help end systemic racism and support economic empowerment of African Americans and low- and moderate-income communities.

Events, Media & Communications

Ideagen TV Presents a New Series With Mary Millben, Award Winning Singer, Actress & Songwriter

“IMPACT NOW” with Mary Millben is a new 1-hour online series profiling & featuring global leaders, entertainers, influencers, sports figures & more who have made a significant contribution in global change & currently involved in acts of global good.

Research, Reports & Publications

Introducing the Porter Novelli Purpose Tracker: The Business Imperative for Social Justice Today

Speaking out and addressing these historic injustices is not only a moral imperative, it is a public – and business – mandate.

Diversity & Inclusion

Cox Enterprise's Jill Campbell Chosen for Exec. Leadership Honor Roll

Experience, talent and leadership. These are just a few of the traits that led to Jill Campbell being selected to OnBoard’s Executive Leadership Honor Roll.

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