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Ahead of International Women’s Day, STAR India continues inspirational ‘Nayi Soch’ campaign with a new ad celebrating gender equality

21st Century Fox’s STAR India and Bollywood star Aamir Khan have partnered again on a new brand film for STAR India’s ongoing Nayi Soch (“New Thinking’) campaign. Nayi Soch aims to spark conversation and social change through thought-provoking programming that highlights crucial social issues in India. The short film introduces Khan as a middle-class sweetshop owner who attributes his business success to his daughters’ talents. His shop is uniquely named “Gurdeep Singh & Daughters”, rather than the prevalent “— & Sons.”

Volunteering & Community

Translating Tech Skills to Nonprofits by Engaging Tech Talent

On February 8 and 9, our pro bono consultants, nonprofit leaders, corporate practitioners, and philanthropic peers joined Taproot for our first ever Town Hall series focused on introducing our 2017 Campaigns and letting our communities weigh-in on outstanding questions around two topics: Cultivating Leaders through Pro Bono Service and Engaging Tech Talent in Pro Bono Service. Audience members shared their professional insights, reflected on their own pro bono experiences, and offered solutions.

Volunteering & Community

How Can Pro Bono Service Cultivate Your Leaders?

On February 8 and 9, Taproot Foundation's pro bono consultants, nonprofit leaders, corporate practitioners, and philanthropic peers joined us for our first ever Town Hall series focused on introducing our 2017 Campaigns . We asked our communities to weigh-in on how pro bono could be successfully used to address two critical topics: Cultivating Leaders through Pro Bono Service and Engaging Tech Talent in Pro Bono Service.

Inclusion & Opportunity

Black Women and STEM: How Hidden Figures is Inspiring a New Generation

On February 26th movie fans all over the world tuned into the 89th Academy Awards ceremony, better known as the Oscars, where the best films of 2016 were honored. La La Land has received a record 14 Oscar nominations, but it’s another film and its story that is gathering much critical acclaim and popular following.

Inclusion & Opportunity

Yum! Brands, KFC, Pizza Hut and Taco Bell Expand Parental Time-Off Policy and Family Benefits for U.S. Corporate Employees

Yum! Brands (NYSE: YUM) today announced an expanded parental time-off policy as part of the Company’s ongoing commitment to its people-first culture and investment in its employees. The expanded parental time-off policy offers birth mothers 18 weeks of fully paid time away from work, including six weeks of “baby bonding” time. In addition, the policy offers six weeks of fully paid “baby bonding” time away from work to fathers, partners, adoptive and foster parents.

Education & Workforce Development

National Geographic Authors Uncover, Explore and Commemorate African American History

In continued celebration of Black History Month, National Geographic recently released books by authors, Ann Bausum and Michael H. Cottman, who have each devoted their careers to discovery, research, exploration and impact. These authors tell the unvarnished truth about African American history during the slave trade (Cottman’s Shackles From The Deep) and the Civil Rights Movement (Bausum’s The March Against Fear). While Black History Month is coming to a close, these books and the authors' thoughts, below, remind us that black history is America’s history and celebrated every day.

Corporate Responsibility

L’Oréal Transforms Self-Doubt Into Self-Worth

This year, we have seen an undeniable shift in what companies communicate to consumers. An increasing number of brands are choosing to amplify their commitment to company values and promote diversity and acceptance. The beauty industry especially is dedicated to breaking stereotypes and creating inclusive campaigns that encourage consumers to fearlessly express their true selves, regardless of gender, race, or religion. This week, one of the biggest names in beauty took a stand and revealed their own plan to foster acceptance.

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