Sustainable Development Goals

Southern Lebanon Crisis Response: Education Cannot Wait Announces New US$2.2 Million Grant to Improve Access to Inclusive, Quality Education Bringing Total ECW Funding in Lebanon to US$24 Million

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Thursday, March 21, 2024

NEW YORK, March 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Hostilities in Southern Lebanon displaced tens of thousands of people late last year, compounding the challenges facing the nation as it works to respond to political turmoil, economic collapse and spillover from the crisis in Syria. In response to these challenges, Education Cannot Wait (ECW) announced today a new additional US$2.2 Million grant that will provide girls and boys impacted by these ongoing crises with access to safe, inclusive learning environments.

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In response to these challenges, Education Cannot Wait ( ECW ) announced today a new additional US$2.2 Million grant that will provide girls and boys impacted by these ongoing crises with access to safe, inclusive learning environments.
The fast-acting 12-month grant will be delivered by UNICEF in collaboration with local strategic partners and the Education Sector.
ECW funding in Lebanon has already reached over a half a million girls and boys.
The new investment aligns with the Ministry of Education and Higher Education's emergency response plan and the Education sector strategy.

Southern Lebanon Crisis Response: Education Cannot Wait Announces New US$2.2 Million Grant to Improve Access to Inclusive, Quality Education Bringing Total ECW Funding in Lebanon to US$24 Million

Retrieved on:

Thursday, March 21, 2024

NEW YORK, March 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Hostilities in Southern Lebanon displaced tens of thousands of people late last year, compounding the challenges facing the nation as it works to respond to political turmoil, economic collapse and spillover from the crisis in Syria. In response to these challenges, Education Cannot Wait (ECW) announced today a new additional US$2.2 Million grant that will provide girls and boys impacted by these ongoing crises with access to safe, inclusive learning environments.

Key Points:

In response to these challenges, Education Cannot Wait ( ECW ) announced today a new additional US$2.2 Million grant that will provide girls and boys impacted by these ongoing crises with access to safe, inclusive learning environments.
The fast-acting 12-month grant will be delivered by UNICEF in collaboration with local strategic partners and the Education Sector.
ECW funding in Lebanon has already reached over a half a million girls and boys.
The new investment aligns with the Ministry of Education and Higher Education's emergency response plan and the Education sector strategy.

Vonom Academic Presents Blockchain and Sustainability Conference in Dubai, Introduces Innovative Publishing Platform

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Thursday, March 21, 2024

Address Downtown, Environment, Biophysical environment, Trust, Blockchain, ESG, Sustainable Development Goals, Carbon, Sustainability, Renewable energy, Cryptocurrency

ZUG, Switzerland, March 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Vonom Academic will host its premier academic conference, "Proof of Green: The Future of Blockchain and Sustainability," which is set to debut in Dubai on May 7th - 8th at the esteemed Address Downtown hotel.

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The conference fosters dialogue on blockchain for sustainability, key for tackling environmental issues.
Blockchain's wide reach can amplify these efforts, making it pivotal in our mission for positive change," says Philip Blazdell, CEO of Vonom Academic.
The conference will also unveil a glimpse of their cutting-edge blockchain-powered publishing platform.
"Our blockchain-powered publishing platform heralds a new era of trust in academic research and revolutionizing the way knowledge is shared," adds Mr. Blazdell.

illycaffè and Ernesto Illy Foundation sponsor the World Happiness Report for the tenth time

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Thursday, March 21, 2024

Health, International, Coffee, Education, Agenda, Ageing, Research, Columbia University, Poverty, Sustainable Development Goals, Creativity, Multimedia, WHR, Government

According to the latest findings of the World Happiness Report, Finland retains its title as the happiest country for the seventh consecutive year, followed by Denmark and Iceland.

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According to the latest findings of the World Happiness Report, Finland retains its title as the happiest country for the seventh consecutive year, followed by Denmark and Iceland.
A message we also want to promote through our support of the World Happiness Report."
The ongoing mission of illycaffè and the Ernesto Illy Foundation involves safeguarding well-being, encompassing happiness and health, through sustainable projects benefiting communities in both coffee-producing and consuming countries.
Gallup World Poll ratings form the basis for annual happiness rankings and come from nationally representative samples assessed over three years.

transcosmos becomes a registered business under the Aichi SDGs Partners Program

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Thursday, March 21, 2024

Organization, Environment, Growth, SDG, Philosophy, Recycling, Partnership, Sustainable Development Goals, Woman, CO2, Vaccine, Chūbu region

TOKYO, March 21, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- transcosmos inc. is proud to announce that the company has become a registered business under the Aichi SDGs Partners Program.

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TOKYO, March 21, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- transcosmos inc. is proud to announce that the company has become a registered business under the Aichi SDGs Partners Program.
As a business with its footprint in Aichi prefecture, transcosmos supports the prefecture's concepts - a sustainable society where diverse people can play an active role - and registered to the program.
Under the Aichi SDGs Partners Program (no translation available: https://aichi-sdgs-partners.jp/ ), Aichi prefecture registers businesses and organizations that are actively working towards achieving 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to highlight their SDG initiatives as well as to promote their specific activities.
In Aichi prefecture, transcosmos has been creating many jobs at its business locations including CX Square Nagoya and Chubu branch office.

transcosmos registered as a Sapporo SDGs-driven Business

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Thursday, March 21, 2024

Partnership, School, Climate change, Sustainable Development Goals, BPO, Female, TCFD, Tourism

TOKYO, March 21, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- transcosmos inc. is proud to announce that the company has become a registered business under the Sapporo SDGs-driven Business Registration Program.

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TOKYO, March 21, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- transcosmos inc. is proud to announce that the company has become a registered business under the Sapporo SDGs-driven Business Registration Program.
As a business with its footprint in Sapporo city, transcosmos supports the city's concepts - a sustainable society where diverse people can play an active role - and registered to the program.
Under the Sapporo SDGs-driven Business Registration Program (no translation available: https://www.sapporo-sdgs.com/ ), Sapporo city registers and highlights businesses located in the city that are actively working towards achieving 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), thereby promoting so-called SDGs-driven business management, a management approach integrating SDGs into core business.
As a business with its footprint in Sapporo city, transcosmos supports the city's concepts - a sustainable society where diverse people can play an active role - and registered to the program.

Superfruit Industry Disruptor Agrovision Announces Largest Equity Financing to Date with Leading Growth Capital Investors to Scale its Global Footprint

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024

Health, UBS, Growth, Partnership, Genetics, Executive, Artificial intelligence, Food, Biodiversity, Agriculture, Aliment, Sustainable development, UN, Sustainable Development Goals

With a focus on key strategic initiatives, Aliment will provide additional capital and expertise to help take Agrovision to its next level of growth.

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With a focus on key strategic initiatives, Aliment will provide additional capital and expertise to help take Agrovision to its next level of growth.
The investment will fund Agrovision's continued global expansion, distribution, product development and technology, as the Company continues scaling its differentiated year-round product offering.
Agrovision leverages its unique global footprint of optimal micro-climates, access to proprietary premium genetics, advanced data analytics and vertical integration, to deliver berries with a superior eating experience.
In less than ten years, Agrovision has become a global leader in the premium blueberry category – the fastest growing segment of the market.

Riyadh Air joins United Nations Global Compact with the intention to incorporate United Nations Sustainability Goals across its operations

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024

Growth, Learning, Environment, Sustainable Development Goals, Air travel, ESG, GenX, Boeing 787 Dreamliner, Boeing, Transport, Aviation, United Nations Global Compact, KSA, Vision 2030, GDP, Atmosphere of Earth, USD, UN, Renewable energy

In a letter to António Guterres UN Secretary General, Riyadh Air CEO Tony Douglas officially committed Riyadh Air to implementing the Ten Principles of the UN Global Compact.

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In a letter to António Guterres UN Secretary General, Riyadh Air CEO Tony Douglas officially committed Riyadh Air to implementing the Ten Principles of the UN Global Compact.
As part of its aim to support the advancement of the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) working alongside partners and stakeholders to drive progress towards these goals by 2030.
Riyadh Air will also publish its first Sustainability Report in advance of its maiden in mid-2025.
Ibrahim Alhelali, Executive Director, UNGC said, "We are pleased to announce that Riyadh Air has joined the UN Global Compact network in Saudi Arabia.

Riyadh Air joins United Nations Global Compact with the intention to incorporate United Nations Sustainability Goals across its operations

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024

In a letter to António Guterres UN Secretary General, Riyadh Air CEO Tony Douglas officially committed Riyadh Air to implementing the Ten Principles of the UN Global Compact.

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In a letter to António Guterres UN Secretary General, Riyadh Air CEO Tony Douglas officially committed Riyadh Air to implementing the Ten Principles of the UN Global Compact.
As part of its aim to support the advancement of the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) working alongside partners and stakeholders to drive progress towards these goals by 2030.
Riyadh Air will also publish its first Sustainability Report in advance of its maiden in mid-2025.
Ibrahim Alhelali, Executive Director, UNGC said, "We are pleased to announce that Riyadh Air has joined the UN Global Compact network in Saudi Arabia.

Destination Canada Launches a Multi-Million Dollar International Convention Attraction Fund

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024

MOSFET, Conference, Woman, Sustainable Development Goals, Natural Resources, International, ICAF, Travel, Interview, Regional development agency, Small business, Economy, Destination Canada, Fund, Marketing, Tourism

OTTAWA, ON, March 19, 2024 /CNW/ - Destination Canada is proud to announce the launch of a new, three-year, International Convention Attraction Fund (ICAF or "the Fund") in a strategic move to bolster Canada's global competitiveness in attracting major international conventions, conferences, and events to Canada.

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OTTAWA, ON, March 19, 2024 /CNW/ - Destination Canada is proud to announce the launch of a new, three-year, International Convention Attraction Fund (ICAF or "the Fund") in a strategic move to bolster Canada's global competitiveness in attracting major international conventions, conferences, and events to Canada.
"That's why, as part of the new Federal Tourism Growth Strategy, Destination Canada is making historic investments to attract more conferences and conventions.
"The International Convention Attraction Fund will bolster Canada's capacity to host major conferences and conventions, solidifying our position as a premier global destination."
Canadian Destination Management Organizations (DMOs) putting together a bid for an eligible major international convention may apply.