(IN BRIEF) Kering and the Festival de Cannes are set to bestow the prestigious 2024 Women In Motion Award upon Dame Donna Langley, Chairman of NBCUniversal Studio Group and Chief Content Officer, during an official dinner in Cannes. Langley’s illustrious … Read the full press release
Posted in Apparel, Fashion & Beauty, Awards, Business, Entertainment, France, Industrial, Management, Media, News, Retail, Society
Tagged 2024 Women In Motion Award, Awards, Donna Langley, Festival de Cannes, François-Henri Pinault, Geena Davis, Gong Li, Inclusion, Iris Knobloch, Isabelle Huppert, Jane Fonda, Kering, leadership, Michelle Yeoh, partnership, Patty Jenkins, Salma Hayek, Susan Sarandon, Thierry Frémaux, Viola Davis, women's empowerment
(IN BRIEF) Adyen, a leading financial technology company, and UNICEF have joined forces in a global partnership aimed at supporting children worldwide through innovative fundraising initiatives. Leveraging Adyen’s advanced financial technology, the partnership seeks to streamline fundraising efforts, enabling businesses … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Environment, Financial, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, Netherlands, News, Non Profit, Society
Tagged Adyen, Children in Need, Ethan Tandowsky, fundraising, Kitty van der Heijden, partnership, sustainability, UNICEF
(IN BRIEF) Orange Digital Center has partnered with Coursera to launch a free high-level certification training program for youth in Africa and the Middle East. The initiative aims to provide essential digital skills training, including areas such as AI, cybersecurity, … Read the full press release
Posted in Education, France, Internet & Online, Media, Society, Technology, Telecom
Tagged 'Orange Fab’ startup accelerator, Africa, artificial-intelligence, Asma Ennaifer, certification training program, Code School, Coursera, Cybersecurity, Digital Inclusion, Digital marketing, digital professions, entrepreneurs, Entrepreneurship, free learning programs, Middle East, ODC, online learning, Orange Digital Center, Orange Ventures Middle East and Africa, Solidarity FabLab, YOUTH
(IN BRIEF) Savills UK has released its 2023 gender and ethnicity pay gap report, showing a decrease in the mean gender hourly pay gap from 23.94% to 20.11% compared to the previous year. Additionally, there has been an increase in … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Industrial, Management, News, Real Estate, Society, United Kingdom
Tagged Chanelle Gray, Ethnic Diversity, Gender Pay Gap, James Sparrow, Savills UK
(IN BRIEF) In recognition of Autism Acceptance Month, the LEGO Group, along with LEGO House and the LEGO Foundation, announces a series of initiatives aimed at supporting neurodivergent children and adults. These initiatives include KultureCity® Sensory Inclusive™ Certification for LEGO … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Construction, Denmark, Education, Entertainment, Industrial, Management, News, Non Profit, Society
Tagged Autism Acceptance Month, Colette Burke, KultureCity, LEGO Foundation, LEGO Group, LEGO House, partnership, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) One World Media has unveiled the longlist of selected stories for its 15 award categories, including the Women’s Solutions Reporting Award, supported by the European Investment Bank. With over 500 submissions from 117 countries, journalists and filmmakers worldwide … Read the full press release
Posted in Awards, Banks, Business, Financial, Industrial, Investment, Luxembourg, Management, Media, News, Society
Tagged Awards, EIB, One World Media Awards, partnership, sponsorship, women empowerment
(IN BRIEF) On World Autism Awareness Day, Vattenfall highlights its commitment to inclusivity, particularly within its IT division. Partnering with Unicus since 2020, Vattenfall IT has been providing employment opportunities for individuals with autism, fostering a culture of acceptance and … Read the full press release
Posted in Awards, Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Industrial, Management, Media, News, Society, Sweden, Technology
Tagged Awards, Employment, inclusivity, Jens Zerbst, Neurodiversity, partnership, society, Vattenfall IT, World Autism Awareness Day
(IN BRIEF) The Council of Europe Development Bank (CEB) has approved 11 new loans totaling €1.3 billion across various countries and sectors. These loans aim to address critical social issues such as microfinance, healthcare, education, and post-disaster reconstruction. Among the … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Business, European Union, Financial, Finland, France, Germany, Iceland, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Poland, Serbia, Slovakia, Small Business, Society, Spain, Turkey, Ukraine
Tagged Bosnia and Herzegovina, Carlo Monticelli, CEB, Europe, Finland, France, Germany, Iceland, investments, partnership, Poland, SERBIA, Slovakia, Social Sector, Spain, Turkey, UKRAINE
(IN BRIEF) In a landmark decision, the United Nations has adopted an International Day of Play, slated for June 11th, to underscore the significance of play in children’s development. Backed by global partners and research highlighting the crucial role of … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Construction, Denmark, Education, Entertainment, Financial, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Non Profit, Society
Tagged children's rights, International Day of Play, LEGO, LEGO Foundation, Niels B. Christiansen, partnership, play, Sidsel Marie Kristensen, society, UN
(IN BRIEF) Against the backdrop of escalating tensions in Israel and Gaza, The Jubilee Centre and Sallux announce an upcoming webinar titled “The Anatomy of Forgiveness” scheduled for March 27th, 2024. Led by Reverend Ian Stackhouse from the Guildford Baptist … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) UniCredit unveils its collaboration with Arena di Verona and Studiopepe at Milan Design Week 2024 with “Uni Sonos,” a groundbreaking installation celebrating women’s empowerment, diversity, and creativity. Featuring costumes from the 100th Arena di Verona Opera Festival, the … Read the full press release
Posted in Apparel, Fashion & Beauty, Banks, Business, Economy, Environment, Financial, Industrial, Investment, Italy, Management, Media, News, Society
Tagged "Uni Sonos", Andrea Orcel, Arena di Verona, Cecilia Gasdia, creativity, diversity, Milan Design Week 2024, partnership, Stefano Poda, Studiopepe, sustainability, UNICREDIT, women empowerment
(IN BRIEF) MAPFRE, a prominent insurance company, delves into the potential societal impacts of Generative Artificial Intelligence (Generative AI) by outlining four plausible scenarios for 2029. These scenarios range from a transformational society with ubiquitous Generative AI adoption to a … Read the full press release
Posted in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Business, Economy, Financial, Industrial, Insurance, Investment, Management, News, Society, Spain, Technology
Tagged Financial, generative AI, investment, José Antonio Arias, MAPFRE, society
(IN BRIEF) The University of Liverpool’s Centre for the Study of International Slavery (CSIS) has partnered with the Church of England to delve into the Anglican church’s involvement in the institution of slavery. Led by Dr. Leona Vaughn and the … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Education, Industrial, Management, Media, News, Religion, Society, United Kingdom
Tagged Centre for the Study of International Slavery (CSIS), Church of England, Dr Alice Kinghorn, Dr Mary Booth, Dr Rachel Cosgrave, Dr. Leona Vaughn, Historical Role, Mr Krzysztof Adamiec, partnership, Prof Catherine Hall, Prof Robert Beckford, Professor Stephen Small, slavery, society, University of Liverpool
(IN BRIEF) Unreasonable Impact, a collaboration between Unreasonable Group and Barclays, has unveiled 13 new ventures joining its UK & Europe programme, each dedicated to tackling pressing global challenges. The ventures, ranging from food waste reduction to sustainable reforestation and … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Business, Economy, Environment, Financial, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Society, United Kingdom
Tagged 13 Ventures, Barclays, Climate, Daniel Epstein, Deborah Goldfarb, Max Gulde, partnership, Social Challenges, sustainability, Unreasonable Group, Unreasonable Impact UK & Europe Programme
(IN BRIEF) Bechtle introduces Location Rotation programme, allowing employees to work from different company sites across Europe for short periods. The initiative promotes interdisciplinary collaboration, personal growth, and cultural exchange while enabling staff to maintain their usual tasks. Inspired by … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Germany, Management, Society, Technology
Tagged Bechtle, Campus Founders Heilbronn, Corporate Campus Challenge, cultural exchange, Employees, interdisciplinary collaboration, IT company, language skills, Leopold Stoll, Location Rotation programme, personal growth, strengthening international networks, Verena Eberler
(IN BRIEF) Bentley Motors commemorates International Women’s Day and Women’s History Month by unveiling three unique Bentayga specifications paying homage to the iconic ‘Bentley Girls’ – Mary Petre Bruce, Dorothy Paget, and Diana Barnato Walker. The bespoke designs, crafted by … Read the full press release
Posted in Automotive, Awards, Business, Industrial, Management, News, Society, Technology, United Kingdom
Tagged 'Bentley Girls' Legacy, Bentayga Collection, Bentley, Diana Barnato Walker, Dorothy Paget, Emma Carruthers, Georgia Gough, International Women’s Day, Karen Lange, Mary Petre Bruce, women empowerment, Women’s History Month
(IN BRIEF) Mercedes-Benz launches its “Be one of many” campaign on International Women’s Day, showcasing three inspirational women from diverse backgrounds who have excelled in traditionally male-dominated fields. Aya Jaff, Dalad Kambhu, and Alexandra Straßburger share their stories of perseverance … Read the full press release
Posted in Automotive, Awards, Business, Germany, Industrial, Management, Marketing, Media, News, Society
Tagged "Be one of many" Campaign, Alexandra Straßburger, Awards, Aya Jaff, Bettina Fetzer, Dalad Kambhu, diversity, genter equality, International Women's Day, leadership, Mercedes-Benz, Sabine Kohleisen, society, women empowerment
(IN BRIEF) Savills Rural Team announces sponsorship of Women in Wellies podcast, amplifying voices of rural women in Scotland. Podcast, created by Charlotte Gilfillan and Hannah Lloyd, showcases inspiring stories of rural women. Partnership highlights commitment to showcasing opportunities in … Read the full press release
Posted in Media, Real Estate, Society, United Kingdom
Tagged Charlotte Gilfillan, Gin Bothy, Hannah Lloyd, inspiring women, International Women’s Day, Kim Cameron, Lucy Jenner, luxury accommodation providers to veterinarians, podcast series, rural Scotland, Savills, sponsorship, voices of remarkable women, WOMEN, Women in Wellies
(IN BRIEF) In the midst of International Women’s Day celebrations, Vattenfall, a key player in the energy market, showcases its commitment to gender diversity and equality. With women outnumbering men in top-level management, including the CFO Kerstin Ahlfont, Vattenfall highlights … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Industrial, Management, Media, News, Society, Sweden
Tagged Anna Borg, ENERGY, Equal by 30, gender diversity, International Women's Day, Kerstin Ahlfont, leadership, society, Vattenfall, WOMEN
(IN BRIEF) Fresenius Medical Care, a leading provider of products and services for renal diseases, celebrates International Women’s Day by honoring three exceptional employees for their outstanding achievements. Ana Catalina Alvarez Elias, a Research Scientist, has been recognized as an … Read the full press release
Posted in Awards, Germany, Healthcare, Society
Tagged 2024 Women MAKE Awards, Ana Catalina Alvarez Elias, Awards, Fresenius Kidney Care, Fresenius Medica Care, Germany, Greensboro, Inclusion, International Society of Nephrology, International Women’s Day, June Thompson, kidney health initiatives, National Kidney Foundation, Patricia Rapps, Product Family hemodialysis, Renal Dietician Award, renal diseases, Schweinfurt, Schweinfurter Tagblatt, USA, young women
(IN BRIEF) Deutsche Bank’s Corporate Responsibility program in Asia is empowering women in agriculture across the Philippines, Sri Lanka, and India. Through partnerships and funding, women are gaining access to education, innovative farming equipment, and sustainable practices, enhancing their livelihoods … Read the full press release
Posted in Agriculture, Banks, Education, Financial, Investment, Management, Society
Tagged agri-education school system, agricultural training, agriculture, Asian agriculture, Barfi Devi, bio-digester, biofertilizer, biogas, Breaking down gender barriers, climate change, Corporate Responsibility programme in Asia, Deutsche Bank, Empowering women, Farming in Asia, food production, food security, Gawad Kalinga, gender barriers, gender divide, INDIA, Mary Kris L. Alinsub, NGO, organic waste, PHILIPPINES, renewable energy, Ruk Rakaganno, scholarships, SEED Philippines, Social Entrepreneurs, Sri Lanka and, Sumanawathie, sustainable honey production, TESDA, WOMEN
(IN BRIEF) Thales Transport in the UK has secured the EW Group’s Diversity Development Standard (DDS) Silver accreditation, underscoring its unwavering commitment to fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) within the rail sector. Since initiating its EDI journey in 2022, … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) The LEGO Group has unveiled findings from a global study highlighting societal trends affecting children’s creative confidence, particularly girls, who face intense pressure to be perfect. The study, involving over 61,500 parents and children aged 5-12 across 36 … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Construction, Denmark, Education, Entertainment, Industrial, Management, News, Society
Tagged Alero Akuya, CHILDREN, Creative Potential, Dr Anika Petrella, Gender Disparities, Jennifer B Wallace, LEGO Group
(IN BRIEF) In early 2024, Europe’s medical and research communities announced major breakthroughs in cancer care, highlighting new treatments like AstraZeneca and Daiichi Sankyo’s datopotamab deruxtecan for lung and breast cancer, and AstraZeneca’s Tagrisso for EGFR-mutated lung cancer. Diagnostic advancements … Read the full press release
Posted in Finland, Germany, Healthcare, Insurance, News, Pharma & Biotech, Science, Society, Switzerland, Technology, United Kingdom
Tagged accessible cancer solutions, AstraZeneca, Aviva, BioNTech, breast cancer, breast cancer screening, cancer care, cancer diagnostics, cancer prevention awareness, cancer research, cancer treatment, colorectal cancer, Daiichi Sankyo, datopotamab deruxtecan, Duality Biologics, Eckert & Ziegler, EMA, FDA, genetic risk information, Inspirna, lung cancer, Merck KGaA, multi-cancer early detection, neuroendocrine neoplasms diagnostics, Novartis, ompenaclid, oncology, polygenic risk score, preventive healthcare, Professor Tim Maughan, ReSisTrace methodology, Stage III EGFR-mutated lung cancer, Swiss Re Institute, Tagrisso, treatment-resistant cancer cells, University of Helsinki, University of Liverpool
(IN BRIEF) UN Women, with support from the Vodafone Foundation, conducted research under the HeForShe initiative, examining FTSE 100 companies’ support for employees facing domestic violence and abuse. The report, ‘Small Steps, Big Difference’, highlights the importance of workplace support … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Management, Society, Technology, Telecom, United Kingdom
Tagged Anglo American, Corporate Policies, Diageo, domestic violence, EIDA, FTSE 100 Companies, gender equality, HeForShe, HSBC UK, Jen Tippin, Leanne Wood, NatWest, REPORT, Small Steps Big Difference Report, Spirax Group, Susan Bright, Tabitha Morton, Testimonies, UN Women, UN Women UK, Vodafone Bright Sky App, Vodafone Foundation, Workplace Support, Zahira Quattrocchi
(IN BRIEF) Monesave, a social fintech innovator, introduces its latest feature: Anonymous Budget Benchmarking, enabling users to craft personalized budgets and compare progress with peers anonymously. Recognizing the solitary nature of traditional budgeting, Monesave’s Budgeting App offers a supportive environment … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Business, Economy, Education, Financial, Ireland, Society, Technology
Tagged accountability, Anonymous budget comparisons, Anonymous Budgeting, Budget benchmarking, Budgeting, Budgeting and savings community, Budgeting app, collaboration, Collective action, Community Savings, Community touch, Crypto trading, diversification, empathy, financial management, financial struggles, fintech, Fintech App, Group savings, INNOVATION, Investment clubs, Monesave, Patrick Enin, Personal Finance, Saving as a group, Social Communities, social media, Social Savings, Socialised budgeting, start up, Supportive environment, transparency, Virtual support network, Wealth accumulation
(IN BRIEF) CapMan and PwC have initiated a collaborative charity campaign, #Steps4Tukikummit, aiming to raise over EUR 100,000 for the Tukikummit foundation in support of children and youth. The campaign encourages employees and clients to walk and run together, with … Read the full press release
Posted in Finland, Investment, Management, Non Profit, Society
Tagged #Steps4Tukikummit, Björn Wahlroos, business leaders, CapMan, Charity campaign, Corporate cooperation, Corporate Social Responsibility, Education support, financial support, fundraising, Helsinki City Running Day, Hjallis Harkimo, Hobby support, Joakim Frimodig, Kauko Storbacka, Maija Ilmoniemi, Marginalization of youth, physical activity, PwC, Sari Baldauf, Sauli Niinistö, Sense of community, social impact, Social status, Tukikummit foundation, well-being, Youth empowerment
(IN BRIEF) The University of East Anglia (UEA) is hosting Refugee Week from March 1st to 8th, featuring two collaborative art exhibitions: “Finding Home in Education” and “Families Beyond Boundaries.” The first exhibition showcases posters created by sanctuary seekers exploring … Read the full press release
Posted in Art & Culture, Education, Society, United Kingdom
Tagged art exhibitions, arts workshop, asylum seekers, Bahara, Dana Oleresk, Finding Home in Education and Families Beyond Boundaries, forced displacement, King’s College London, Madi Dutton, Majid Adin, Olha Shamrai, Refugee Week, refugees, Reze, sanctuary seeker, Sayed, Sophie North, UEA, UKRAINE, University of East Anglia, University of Sanctuary
(IN BRIEF) A report co-authored by a University of York academic and published by the Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR) and Changing Realities outlines costed recommendations to alleviate poverty for one million people overnight. The recommendations include increasing core … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Economy, Education, Financial, Government, Industrial, Management, News, Society, United Kingdom
Tagged economy, Financial, Henry Parkes, Immediate Solutions, Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR), One Million People, poverty, Professor Ruth Patrick, society, University of York
(IN BRIEF) London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) announces a groundbreaking enhancement to its parental leave policy, introducing 26 weeks of fully paid leave for all employees welcoming a child into their family, effective from July 1, 2024. This move, irrespective … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Financial, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Society, United Kingdom
Tagged 26 Weeks' Global Paid Parental Leave, diversity, equity, Erica Bourne, Financial, Inclusion, LSEG, standard
(IN BRIEF) The University of East Anglia (UEA) embarks on “LIMITLESS II,” a £1.1 million endeavor funded by the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR), aimed at enhancing mental health support for teenagers living in care. Led by … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Education, Financial, Government, Healthcare, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Science, Society, United Kingdom
Tagged Dr. Simon P Hammond, mental health, Teens in Care, UEA, well-being
(IN BRIEF) Veolia Foundation’s annual Student Solidarity Prize 2024 has been announced, inviting student associations to submit their projects aimed at addressing social, environmental, and developmental challenges. Until April 30, 2024, student-led initiatives can vie for recognition and support, with … Read the full press release
Posted in Awards, Business, Education, Environment, France, Industrial, Management, Media, News, Non Profit, Society, Technology
Tagged 2024 Student Solidarity Prize, Awards, INNOVATION, social impact, sustainability, Veolia Foundation
(IN BRIEF) Deutsche Telekom has announced its support for the “#Zusammenland – Vielfalt macht uns stark” initiative, advocating for freedom and diversity in society. The campaign, backed by prominent German media outlets and industry leaders, denounces hate, racism, and fascism … Read the full press release
Posted in Germany, Marketing, Media, Society, Technology, Telecom
Tagged #Zusammenland, Deutsche Telekom, DIE ZEIT, diversity, Fascism, Freedom, Handelsblatt, hate, No hate speech, Populism, racism, Ströer, Süddeutsche Zeitung, Tagesspiegel, WirtschaftsWoche
(IN BRIEF) The Finnish study led by Taru Tukiainen explores the link between prenatal growth conditions and adult cardiovascular health. Contrary to previous theories suggesting maternal nutrition as the primary factor, the research suggests that maternal genetic factors influencing fetal … Read the full press release
Posted in Education, Finland, Science, Society, Technology
Tagged birth weight, cardiovascular disease, FinnGen, genetic data, genetic factors, heart disease, hypertension, Jaakko Leinonen, Taru Tukiainen
(IN BRIEF) Despite comprising nearly half of the global workforce, women represent only 22% of the energy sector, with 32% involvement in renewables. Iberdrola, acknowledging this gender disparity, leads various programs across Spain, the UK, the US, Mexico, Brazil, and … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, Government, Industrial, Management, News, Society, Spain, United Kingdom
Tagged Australia, Brazil, energy sector, Iberdrola, leadership, Mexico, United Kingdom, United States, women empowerment
(IN BRIEF) The NextGen project, funded by the EU’s Horizon Europe program with €7.6 million, has commenced in Utrecht, the Netherlands. Led by a 21-member consortium including the European Society of Cardiology, the project aims to personalize therapies for patients … Read the full press release
Posted in Artificial Intelligence (AI), France, Healthcare, Netherlands, Society, Technology
Tagged AI, artificial-intelligence, cardiovascular disease, cardiovascular diseases, cardiovascular health, CVDs, ESC, European Society of Cardiology, EU’s Horizon Europe, genetics, personalised medicine, Professor Panos Deloukas, Professor Pim van der Harst, Queen Mary University of London, The NextGen project, therapies, University Medical Center Utrecht
(IN BRIEF) In a proactive move towards advancing the green transition and fostering climate resilience, women leaders from the EU private sector have inaugurated the Women Climate Leaders Network, hosted by the European Investment Bank Group (EIB Group). With the … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Business, Economy, Environment, European Union, Financial, Industrial, Investment, Luxembourg, Management, Media, News, Society
Tagged Barbara Balke, Climate Action, EIB, EIF, EU, gender equality, inclusivity, Laura Piovesan, leadership, Marjut Falkstedt, Nadia Calviño, network, partnership, Private Sector Women, sustainability, Women Climate Leaders Network, women empowerment
(IN BRIEF) A report by the Child of the North initiative, led by the N8 Research Partnership and former Children’s Commissioner Anne Longfield’s Centre for Young Lives think tank, has unveiled a crisis in autism assessments for children, with many … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) The Leverhulme Trust has unveiled the recipients of the 2023 Leverhulme Doctoral Scholarships, marking an increased commitment to the program. These scholarships enable universities to support up to 18 Leverhulme Doctoral Scholars in interdisciplinary research areas. This year, … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) The SPOBIS Conference in Hamburg saw discussions revolving around inclusion, diversity, and football, featuring the German Football Association (DFB) and Volkswagen. The ‘Inclusion in Football’ workshop addressed topics such as inclusive football clubs, emphasizing experiences over results, and … Read the full press release
Posted in Automotive, Business, Entertainment, Environment, Financial, Germany, Industrial, Investment, Management, Media, News, Society, Sports
Tagged Alexander Fangmann, DFB, diversity, football, Hamburg, Inclusion, Inga Grabow, Marcell Jansen, partnership, Ralph-Uwe Schaffert, Sandra Waidelich, society, SPOBIS Conference, sports, sustainability, Volkswagen
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