Month: March 2020

UNESCO launches global coalition to accelerate deployment of remote learning solutions

Stuart Mitchell

Over 850 million children and youth – roughly half of the world’s student population – had to stay away from schools and universities due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Nationwide closures are in force in 102 countries and local shut-downs in 11 others. This represents more than a doubling in the number of learners prevented from attending educational institutions, with further increases expected. The scale and speed of the school and university closures represents an unprecedented challenge for the education sector. Countries around the world are racing to fill the void…

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Leading chocolatier Will Torrent calls on consumers to spend their money where it counts this Easter!

Stuart Mitchell

Chocolate and Easter go together like the proverbial horse and carriage but this year, leading UK chocolatier Will Torrent is calling on consumers to spend their money where it counts, and trade up to a better quality product. ‘I always advise friends that when it comes to chocolate it’s really worth paying a little more for a high quality, ethically sourced bar. Chocolate is over commoditised to the point that we take it for granted, but cocoa is a precious ingredient that can only be grown in a very specific climate.…

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Joslyn Hill Communications offers free communications support to non-profit organisations

Stuart Mitchell

In light of the escalating COVID-19 (Coronavirus) situation, Joslyn Hill Communications is making its crisis communications team available to all non-profit organisations that require communications support on a pro bono basis.  Effective immediately, Joslyn Hill can help: Identify what information needs to be communicated to key audiences, and when Share information about changing policies and procedures on business continuity, including events, meetings and travel Deliver consistency of information shared in a rapidly evolving situation Build confidence that the situation is being managed effectively Prepare and manage media enquiries about business…

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United Nations Global Compact Launches New Tool to Improve Working Conditions in Global Supply Chains

Stuart Mitchell

The United Nations Global Compact has launched a new toolkit to help procurement teams improve working conditions for millions of people working in global supply chains. The “Decent Work Toolkit for Sustainable Procurement” is an online resource designed to help procurement teams improve terms and conditions for millions of workers and drive sustainability. The term ‘decent work’ covers a wide range of labor related rights including equal opportunities, fair wages, health and safety and social protection for workers and their families. It also assures workers of the freedom to organize…

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The Arbor Day Foundation Partners With Andriaki Shipping to Plant 60,000 Trees in Indonesia

Stuart Mitchell

Andriaki Shipping, a marine shipping company based in Greece, will partner with the Arbor Day Foundation to plant 60,000 trees in West Papua, Indonesia. The reforestation effort will help to revitalize West Papua’s local economy and restore natural habitats for area wildlife. “We are thankful for partners like Andriaki Shipping who are committed to making a positive difference for people, wildlife, and the natural environment by planting trees,” said Dan Lambe, president, Arbor Day Foundation. The Arbor Day Foundation’s reforestation efforts in Indonesia aim to promote food security by restoring…

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