Month: September 2024

The 2024 Disability Equality Index ® Reveals Strong Growth in Leadership and Accessibility but Boardroom Inclusion Lags

Stuart Mitchell

Disability:IN, the global nonprofit organization driving disability inclusion and equality in business, today unveiled the 2024 Disability Equality Index® report at the Disability:IN Global Conference & Expo, revealing higher year-over-year adoption rates for nearly all reported practices around disability inclusion while also showing the need for more progress in areas such as diversity reporting, supplier diversity spending and boardroom inclusion. A total of 542 U.S. companies participated this year, a growth rate of 7x since the index launched 10 years ago in partnership with AAPD. Among the U.S. companies that…

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PepsiCo Foods North America launches new “Planting Pathways Initiative” to expand opportunities in the agriculture sector

Stuart Mitchell

PepsiCo Foods North America recently announced its Planting Pathways Initiative, charting an industry-leading and transformative course for expanding agricultural opportunities. Recent USDA Census of Agriculture data shows that farmers under the age of 35 make up just 9% of the U.S. farming industry. The initiative aims to provide opportunities for young people and people from various backgrounds to enter the agriculture sector. PepsiCo has a business stake and responsibility to help grow a resilient and impactful supply chain. The Planting Pathways Initiative will begin with pilot programs that drive sustainable,…

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Net Zero Asset Managers initiative publishes report on signatories’ target disclosures as the initiative grows to over 325 signatories

Stuart Mitchell

The Net Zero Asset Managers (NZAM) initiative has released its latest Target Disclosures Report, which highlights the increase in voluntary, individual net zero commitments and targets from the asset management industry over time. The full report – Net Zero Asset Managers Target Disclosures Report 2024– can be accessed here.All target disclosures can be found here. Since the last target disclosures announcement, more than 30 asset managers have joined the initiative and over 90 have disclosed targets. As of 31 January 2024, 264 signatories have set and disclosed targets to guide…

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IDPH, Brady & Ad Council Unveil Video PSA to Promote “Pause to Heal” Firearm Safety Campaign in Illinois

Stuart Mitchell

The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH), Brady: United Against Gun Violence and the Ad Council recently premiered a new video public service advertisement (PSA) to raise awareness about the lifesaving potential of Firearm Restraining Orders (FROs), also known as “extreme risk laws” or “red flag laws,” in Illinois. The new film builds upon the first phase of the “Pause to Heal” campaign, initially launched in April 2024 in Illinois. WATCH THE PSA: This public safety effort is part of a planned multi-state “Pause to Heal” campaign designed to prevent…

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Antenna Group Expands Global Footprint with Acquisition of Czech Republic’s Rubikon PR

Stuart Mitchell

Antenna Group announced recently the acquisition of Rubikon PR, a leading Czech public relations and marketing firm. This move marks a significant expansion of Antenna Group’s European operations and reinforces its commitment to driving positive global change through innovative communication strategies. Founded in 2012, Rubikon is known for its expertise in social impact, fintech, real estate, technology, and the industrial sector. By seamlessly integrating Rubikon into its global operations, Antenna is both expanding its global footprint and enhancing its ability to deliver creative, data-driven solutions at scale. This strategic integration…

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