In addition to celebrating Juneteenth, Fifth Third Bank is also marking the one-year anniversary of the creation of its Executive Diversity Leadership Council and the work it has done to accelerate racial equity, equality, and inclusion.
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:
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.
They knew that their home country of Morocco was building more and more residential developments, but had no idea how to scale their idea to meet the demands of the construction industry.
Over the years, it has become increasingly common for CEOs to speak out publicly on social issues including and now, more than ever, that’s just what the public is demanding.
Northern Trust announced it would provide US$20 million over 5 years to expand access to resources that address essential human needs—food, housing, healthcare and education—to bridge the gap that threatens the broader prosperity of our society.
PayPal Holdings has announced a $530 million commitment to support Black and minority-owned businesses and communities in the U.S., especially those hardest hit by the pandemic, to help address economic inequality.
Albertsons Companies today announced a $5 million donation to social justice organizations as well as those on the front line of the fight for equality. “Racial justice and equality cannot be achieved by people returning to the status quo. We must intentionally open a door to lasting change across our country,” said President and CEO Vivek Sankaran.
Sands is committed to helping end youth homelessness in the United States, through support for a number of organizations and initiatives that are addressing the issue.
Andrew Huddart joins Benevity as Chief Executive Officer and first successor to founder Bryan de Lottinville who has transitioned into a new role as Executive Chairperson of the Board of Directors.
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