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Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Closing Critical Gaps in Family Planning: What I Learned from Three Youth Champions

Jul 12, 2017 2:55 PM ET

Family planning is widely cited as one of the “best buys” in global development, a relatively low-cost, high-impact intervention offering transformational benefits to individuals, their families and communities. In low- and middle-income countries, where pregnancy is the leading cause of death among girls aged 15 to 19, increasing access to and uptake of modern contraceptive methods among adolescents can save lives. And yet meeting the reproductive health needs of young people remains a persistent challenge.

Innovation & Technology

Bloomberg's Julia Stoyanovich on the Importance of Many Perspectives at the Data for Good Exchange

Jul 12, 2017 2:55 PM ET

Stoyanovich’s diversity of experience makes her a perfect fit to be a member of the Program Committee for the fourth annual Data for Good Exchange (D4GX), to be held Sunday, September 24, 2017 at Bloomberg’s New York headquarters. The conference explores the use of data science for social good, and brings together data scientists from industry and academia with not-for-profits and government entities seeking to use modern machine learning and data science methods to address challenges in the public and non-profit sectors.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

How SME Reporting Will Drive Development in Asia: An Interview with Katrin Ochsenbein

Jul 12, 2017 2:30 PM ET

Sustainability reporting by small and medium business enterprises (SMEs) can have a big economic impact. We talk to Katrin Ochsenbein, to understand the relevance of sustainability reporting in the Swiss approach to economic development cooperation and trade promotion in Asia.​

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

FSR Announces Northern Trust a Winner of Corporate Social Responsibility Leadership Awards

Jul 12, 2017 2:00 PM ET

The Financial Services Roundtable (FSR) today announced it will award 28 financial services companies with its “FSR Corporate Social Responsibility Leadership Award” on Capitol Hill this Wednesday for their commitment to expanding financial literacy and volunteering in communities across America.

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

WEBINAR // Taproot+: The Simple, Free Way to Get Skilled Volunteers

Jul 12, 2017 1:30 PM ET

Thousands of nonprofits are using Taproot+ to find and manage skilled volunteers who help their organization with projects like: developing key messages, optimizing Salesforce, designing marketing collateral, updating HR policies, and much more.

Education

Avnet Helps Inspire Future Women in Technology with STEM Camp

Jul 12, 2017 1:05 PM ET

Research, Reports & Publications

Corporate Canada Invests $1 Billion in Community Each Year

Jul 12, 2017 12:45 PM ET

Imagine Canada, a national advocate on behalf of a strong charitable sector, will release the inaugural Canadian Corporate Community Investment Report in the fall of 2017 to illustrate the impact of Canadian corporate investment that strengthens communities across the country. The report features Caring Companies that are achieving the 1% of pre-tax profit designation and the impact of the LBG Canada network of companies.

Diversity & Inclusion

LA Galaxy Foundation to Host Women’s Leadership Series at StubHub Center on July 19 as Part of Women in Soccer Night

Jul 12, 2017 12:00 PM ET

AEG’s LA Galaxy Foundation will continue the Women’s Leadership Series presented by Herbalife Nutrition with an executive leadership panel event on Wednesday, July 19 from 5:30-7 p.m. PT at StubHub Center prior to the LA Galaxy’s Women in Soccer Night that will feature a match against Vancouver Whitecaps FC (7:30 p.m. PT). In collaboration with WISE Los Angeles, the event will include a discussion with senior female executives in the sport and entertainment industry about the progress and direction of women in soccer and emerging roles within the sport and entertainment industry. To sign-up and for more information, visit www.lagalaxy.com/businessofsport.

Research, Reports & Publications

Global Trends Shaping CSR

Jul 12, 2017 12:00 PM ET

We live in an era alive with possibility for those who are forward-thinking and embrace change. BNY Mellon is invested in that change and committed to creating an inclusive, sustainable world that encourages people to succeed and economies to thrive.

Diversity & Inclusion

The Path to Overcoming Unconscious Bias

Jul 12, 2017 11:45 AM ET

Viacom and #SeeHer reflect on the campaign to change perceptions of women in advertising and media.

Environment

Partner Spotlight: MilliporeSigma and Biopharma Recycling

Jul 12, 2017 11:30 AM ET

Here at Triumvirate Environmental, we work with our partners in environmental, health, and safety to promote environmental protection and sustainable development. Today, we would like to focus on one of our life sciences partners who has gone above and beyond to put a focus on corporate responsibility and recycling, MilliporeSigma. Read below to learn all about MilliporeSigma, single-use technologies, and their role in biopharma recycling.

Innovation & Technology

Visa to Help U.S. Small Businesses Go Cashless

Jul 12, 2017 11:00 AM ET

Today Visa (NYSE:V) announced it is launching a major effort to encourage businesses to go cashless. Aiming to create a culture where cash is no longer king, the program will give merchants increased ability to accept all forms of global digital payments.

Events, Media & Communications

Qualcomm Announced as NYC ePrix Title Partner

Jul 12, 2017 11:00 AM ET

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. - the Official Founding & Technology Partner of the FIA Formula E Championship - has today been announced as the race title partner for round 9 and 10 of the 2016/17 season, acquiring the naming rights for the inaugural 2017 Qualcomm New York City ePrix.

Social Impact & Volunteering

‘We Were All Rosie the Riveter.’

Jul 12, 2017 10:45 AM ET

In the midst of World War II, the makeup of the U.S. workforce changed. Companies refrained from producing their usual goods to focus on war production. For example, in the Brass Department at Kohler Co., associates made artillery shells, submarine torpedo tubes and aircraft controls in place of bathroom brass fittings. The associates making those items changed, too.

Responsible Production & Consumption

Green Houses for Sapphire Distillery

Jul 12, 2017 10:35 AM ET

From Cuba to Hampshire, Bacardí has taken its environmental responsibility global. Its gin production process, based in England, is part of a strategic approach to design that reduces the company’s environmental impact.

Environment

Beginning a New Chapter –– Marlin’s Legacy Lives On

Jul 12, 2017 10:30 AM ET

From the moment Goldcorp begins to develop a mine, we are also thinking ahead to its closure – investing in programs and infrastructure to ensure that communities benefit long after a site has been reclaimed. Marlin is no exception, with more than USD$130 million spent on infrastructure projects including tailings filtration systems, an award-winning flood protection spillway, miles of paved roads, and clean water for communities.

Events, Media & Communications

Register for Webinar July 17, "Investing in Women: New Evidence for the Business Case"

Jul 12, 2017 10:15 AM ET

Diversity & Inclusion

A Message from PNC's Marsha Jones Discussing Diversity in the Workplace

Jul 12, 2017 10:05 AM ET

At PNC, we recognize that innovation is crucial to the long-term success of our organization. In support of this philosophy, our diversity initiatives are designed to intentionally connect and create collaborative networks that help the organization drive innovation.

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

Final Days to Nominate Volunteers for Central Florida’s 2017 Cox Conserves Heroes Awards Program

Jul 12, 2017 10:05 AM ET

Environment

Trump on Energy: A Collection Of Contradictions

Jul 12, 2017 10:05 AM ET

Even the most astute followers of the news may have missed that the Trump Administration is touting a series of self-proclaimed focal areas. With compelling revelations of lying, collusion, and treason coming out almost daily, it's understandable if absurd, toothless initiatives like "Energy Week," or "Workforce Development Week" flew under your radar.

Energy

​D​.light ​L​aunches ​A​ffordable ​S​olar ​Bundle ​Iin Nairobi

Jul 12, 2017 10:00 AM ET

Nairobi​ in​​ Kenya​ was the setting where​ d.light, a global solar kit maker, launched its off-grid solar syste​m​ X850. The launch took place June 27 at the company’s headquarters in ​the African capital​ and is its first offering of a platform-based solar system for customers.

Health & Healthcare

Milan’s Two-Pronged Philanthropic Approach to Helping NBCC Know How to End Breast Cancer by 2020

Jul 12, 2017 10:00 AM ET

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

3 Business Benefits of an Employee Giving Program

Jul 12, 2017 10:00 AM ET

When employee benefits and perks are discussed today, much of the conversation is focused on ones that are unique. It might be catered lunch, an on-site gym, student loan repayment, a game room, or a dog-friendly office. Whatever it is, unusual perks and benefits are getting their fair share of attention with companies like Glassdoor covering the Top 20 Employee Benefits and Perks. And given that 57 percent of job seekers consider perks and benefits to be a top factor when deciding to accept a new job, it isn’t too surprising that companies are focusing more and more on them.

Responsible Business & Employee Engagement

Shape the Future of Sustainable Business at the BSR Conference 2017

Jul 12, 2017 10:00 AM ET

BSR President and CEO Aron Cramer takes a look back at the past 25 years of the BSR Conference and how this year's Conference—at a new venue in Huntington Beach—comes at a time when technology, economics, and politics are rewriting the sustainability playbook.

Education

Connecting Students to Their Dreams

Jul 12, 2017 9:35 AM ET