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Science As a Force for Good

Research, Reports & Publications

Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany has published its eleventh Corporate Responsibility Report, covering the year 2019. As the report focuses on 2019, it does not contain information about the company’s approach to the global COVID-19 pandemic.

The Muckraker: Jared Yates Sexton

Environment

This week on Sea Change Radio, we learn about what Yates refers to as the “Republican Death Cult,” discuss the effect this party has had on the climate movement, and get a glimpse of the struggle over universal access to the ballot box.

Verizon Media Donates $10M in Advertising to Mental Health, COVID-19 Awareness

Health & Healthcare

Verizon Media Donates $10 Million in Ad Inventory to Provide Essential Visibility and Support for Mental Health Organizations Responding to COVID-19

Aramark to Manufacture Essential Protective Gear to Support COVID-19 Response

Responsible Production & Consumption

In keeping with its 84-year history of answering the call for assistance in times of need, Aramark announced its Uniform Services division has redeployed production lines in order to manufacture essential personal protective equipment (PPE) for the heroes working in hospitals and in other critical roles across the United States.

Porter Novelli's Margaret-Ann Cole, EVP, Global Head of Talent, to Participate in Panel Addressing Employee Communications During COIVD-19

Porter Novelli's EVP, Golbal Head of Talent, Margret- Ann Cole will join Michelle Projekt (PepsiCo's VP, Global Head of Internal Communications) and Patrick O'Connell (KONE Americas' Head of Marketing & Communications) in a moterate discussion on employee communications during COIVD-19 on Apr 16, 2020 01:00 PM EST.

Intel Recognized as a 2020 Top Global Champion for Supplier Diversity and Inclusion

Awards, Ratings & Rankings

The ranking is the only one of its kind, made up of the some of the world’s largest corporations that have demonstrated their commitment to global inclusive sourcing from diverse groups including minority, women, LGBT and disabled-owned businesses.

Using Project-Based Learning to Develop 21st Century Skills

Education

Project-based learning (PBL) is designed to do both. By inviting students to solve real-world challenges in their own community, we can draw the connection between these modern skills and the changing world around us.

HP Launches Free Print, Play, and Learn Platform

Innovation & Technology

HP Inc. today launched Print, Play & Learn, a free online resource to support millions of families around the world who have transitioned to learning from home.

#KevinCrushingCancer: Fight with Kevin

Health & Healthcare

Kevin Clements' family knows there is a challenge ahead. But they're always up for a challenge. He needs a bone marrow transplant and now his family is racing to find his perfect match.

CNH Industrial Donates Protective Masks to Healthcare Facilities in the U.S.

Health & Healthcare

CNH Industrial’s U.S. sites donated a total of 2,500 KN95 masks to local healthcare facilities.

Advancing Gender Equity by Improving Menstrual Health

Health & Healthcare

One of the few things that doesn’t stop during a global pandemic is menstruation. FSG's new report, sponsored by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, highlights opportunities to advance gender equity by improving menstrual health and hygiene.

Stanley Black & Decker Commits Financial Support and Expertise to Benefit Communities and Employees During COVID-19 Pandemic

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Stanley Black & Decker today announced a $10+ million comprehensive COVID-19 philanthropic outreach program to help its communities and employees around the world combat the effects of the pandemic.

Cleaning In The Time Of Coronavirus

Health & Healthcare

We hope you are staying as safe as possible during the outbreak of Covid-19. As you hunker down at home for the long haul, here are some tips to improve sanitization and disinfection.

U by Kotex Donates 1 Million Products to the Alliance for Period Supplies Relief Efforts

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

About 25 percent of U.S women don’t have the means to buy period supplies, a statistic that prompted U by Kotex® to become the founding partner of the nonprofit Alliance for Period Supplies in 2018.

Nickelodeon Research Reveals Kids’ and Parents’ COVID-19 Fears

Media & Communications

Shielding kids from the reality of COVID-19 is nearly impossible, new interviews from Nickelodeon Consumer Research show. Their daily lives have been disrupted, which is causing kids to feel much of the same anxiety as adults.

Shaping a Sustainable Post-Covid-19 World: Five Lessons for Business

Green Infrastructure

Mike Barry of A Blueprint for Better Business outlines how companies can convert the management-speak of ‘purpose’ into action that contributes towards building a more resilient, equal and healthy society on the other side of the pandemic.

An Industry United to Put Customers First

Energy

Following a period of rising household energy prices and supply security concerns, leaders in Australia’s energy industry have committed to working together under a world-first initiative called the Energy Charter to unite Australia’s energy industry to improve customer outcomes.

Global Citizen Announces New Artists to Join the ‘One World: Together at Home’ Global Special to Celebrate and Support Healthcare Workers in the Fight against the COVID-19 Pandemic

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

Global Citizen today announced an expanded list of artists that will appear in the One World: Together At Home global broadcast special, being held in support of the global response to the COVID-19 pandemic being led by the World Health Organization.

Coronavirus: Connecting to Online Educational Resources for Children

Education

As schools across the U.S. are closed indefinitely, parents and teachers are looking for options to keep students engaged. Education partners from the JetBlue Foundation and our Soar with Reading initiative have provided these free tools and tips.

Companies Get Creative With Product Lines During COVID-19 Crisis

Supply Chain & the Circular Economy

While “business as usual” remains a thing of the past (at least for now), some businesses are re-imagining their product and service offerings. Here’s a roundup of restaurants transforming to meet the changing demands during the global crisis.

Kennewick, Washington 4th Grader Wins National 2020 Sodexo Future Chefs Challenge

Education

In a cooking challenge designed to engage school students in creating and enjoying healthier eating habits, Lexie Jauregui, a fourth grader, was selected as the national winner of the 10th annual 2020 Sodexo Future Chefs Challenge.

Doing Your Recycling Best During COVID-19

Environment

We’ve all been staying at home the past few weeks with very good reason – preventing the spread of COVID-19. During this time, you probably are generating more waste, particularly food and beverage packaging, takeout containers and cardboard boxes.

Healthcare Workers Need PPE for Broad and Diverse Reasons

Philanthropy & Cause Initiatives

With the shortage of PPE well documented across the country, Legg Mason’s CSR team hopes to highlight the needs of smaller organizations Legg Mason has partnered with to deliver their inventory of masks.

Caring for Our Communities in Troubled Times at HPE

140,000 families in Santa Clara County were living below the poverty line before the COVID-19 pandemic. To meet the most urgent need, HPE is participating in the Silicon Valley Strong Fund to support these families and other community pillars.