Gender equality

SEEHER AND DENTSU RESEARCH SHOWS GLOBAL CONSUMERS BELIEVE MEDIA AND BRANDS BEAR A RESPONSIBILITY TO IMPROVE WOMEN'S EQUALITY

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Thursday, March 7, 2024

NEW YORK, March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- A new report finds that 82% of adults surveyed globally believe the media has a responsibility to improve women's equality, while 80% believe brands bear the same responsibility.

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  • Conducted by SeeHer , the global gender equality initiative within the ANA that champions the positive representation of women, in partnership with dentsu , "Global Perceptions of Progress on Gender Equality" uncovers viewpoints around gender equality and what role media and advertising play across cultures.
  • The study also revisits U.S. perceptions of gender equality by analyzing results from SeeHer and dentsu's first iteration of the research report from 2021.
  • "Global Perceptions of Progress on Gender Equality" uncovered numerous findings and insights, including:
    HOPE TURNS TO DISILLUSIONMENT IN THE U.S.
  • Research from "Global Perceptions of Progress on Gender Equality" found:
    However, the report found there are significant differences in how gender equality is perceived, addressed, and approached by region.

CATALYST NAMES JENNIFER MCCOLLUM NEXT PRESIDENT & CEO

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024

NEW YORK, March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Catalyst, a global nonprofit organization focused on gender equity and workplace inclusion, announced today that its Board of Directors has chosen Jennifer McCollum as its new President & CEO, effective April 1.

Key Points: 
  • "With the aptitude, insight, and track record of success expanding the impact of mission-driven organizations, Jennifer will help bring Catalyst to new heights."
  • "It is an honor to join Catalyst at this pivotal moment for gender equity," McCollum said.
  • McCollum most recently served as the CEO of Linkage, Inc., a SHRM company dedicated to advancing women and consistently ranked as a top-20 global leadership development firm.
  • McCollum is Catalyst's sixth CEO in its 62-year history and succeeds Lorraine Hariton, who will retire from the organization.

CATALYST NAMES JENNIFER MCCOLLUM NEXT PRESIDENT & CEO

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024

NEW YORK, March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Catalyst, a global nonprofit organization focused on gender equity and workplace inclusion, announced today that its Board of Directors has chosen Jennifer McCollum as its new President & CEO, effective April 1.

Key Points: 
  • "With the aptitude, insight, and track record of success expanding the impact of mission-driven organizations, Jennifer will help bring Catalyst to new heights."
  • "It is an honor to join Catalyst at this pivotal moment for gender equity," McCollum said.
  • McCollum most recently served as the CEO of Linkage, Inc., a SHRM company dedicated to advancing women and consistently ranked as a top-20 global leadership development firm.
  • McCollum is Catalyst's sixth CEO in its 62-year history and succeeds Lorraine Hariton, who will retire from the organization.

Seafood Expo North America/Seafood Processing North America Announces Keynote Address and Conference Sessions Featuring Top Professionals

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Friday, March 1, 2024

PORTLAND, Maine, March 1, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Seafood Expo North America/Seafood Processing North America, produced by Diversified Communications, announces keynote speaker Mark Blyth – William R. Rhodes '57 Professor of International Economics, The Watson Institute for International and Public Affairs at Brown University – and over 30 conference sessions presented by top professionals from across the sector on important topics facing the seafood industry.

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  • PORTLAND, Maine, March 1, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Seafood Expo North America/Seafood Processing North America, produced by Diversified Communications, announces keynote speaker Mark Blyth – William R. Rhodes '57 Professor of International Economics, The Watson Institute for International and Public Affairs at Brown University – and over 30 conference sessions presented by top professionals from across the sector on important topics facing the seafood industry.
  • The keynote session will be held on Sunday, March 10th at 11:00am in room 153CB.
  • The conference program, taking place during the three-day expo, will highlight timely topics and bring together a range of professionals to share their unique perspectives and insights.
  • Another session will include professionals from the Seafood Nutrition Partnership, H-E-B and Riverence talking through what drives U.S. consumer behavior and demand for seafood.

Jefferson Consulting Group's Portfolio Leads, Karen O'Brien, Eric Bolstad, and Michelle Straughn Promoted to Senior Vice President

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Thursday, February 15, 2024

WASHINGTON, Feb. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Jefferson Consulting Group announces the promotion of Karen O'Brien to SVP of Emerging Accounts (EA) Portfolio, Eric Bolstad to SVP of USAID Portfolio, and Michelle Straughn to SVP of Infrastructure and Natural Resources (INR) Portfolio.

Key Points: 
  • WASHINGTON, Feb. 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Jefferson Consulting Group announces the promotion of Karen O'Brien to SVP of Emerging Accounts (EA) Portfolio, Eric Bolstad to SVP of USAID Portfolio, and Michelle Straughn to SVP of Infrastructure and Natural Resources (INR) Portfolio.
  • Karen O'Brien, a 19-year veteran of Jefferson, has been a beacon of leadership and innovation throughout her career.
  • In her latest role as VP of the EA Portfolio, Karen expanded with numerous new customers and double-digit growth.
  • In her 4 years at Jefferson, Michelle spearheaded the formation of the INR portfolio, driving growth, customer expansion, and capability development.

Press release - First ever EU rules on combating violence against women: deal reached

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024

The informal agreement reached by Parliament and Council negotiators on Tuesday includes measures to prevent rape, tougher rules on cyber violence, and better support for victims.

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  • The informal agreement reached by Parliament and Council negotiators on Tuesday includes measures to prevent rape, tougher rules on cyber violence, and better support for victims.
  • For the first time, there will be EU-wide rules on the criminalisation of certain forms of gender-based violence and better access to justice, protection and prevention.
  • Member states will aim to raise awareness that non-consensual sex is considered a criminal offence.
  • On Parliament’s insistence, the Commission will report every five years on whether the rules should be revised.

OpenText Zeroes-In as Recognized Leader in Sustainability

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024

WATERLOO, ON, Feb. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- OpenText™ (NASDAQ: OTEX), (TSX: OTEX) today announced its receipt of several prestigious Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) recognitions and achievements, including qualifying as a constituent of the Dow Jones Sustainability North America Index (DJSI) for the second year in a row as well as receiving its second consecutive "AAA" rating from MSCI. Both achievements demonstrate the company's long-term commitment to sustainability.  

Key Points: 
  • "Climate change is the greatest global challenge of our time," said Mark J. Barrenechea, CEO & CTO of OpenText.
  • At OpenText, we believe technology innovation plays a critical role, and we are committed to growth that is both inclusive and sustainable."
  • In 2022, OpenText unveiled the OpenText Zero-In Initiative , the company's guiding framework for achieving its global impact goals relating to ESG commitments and programs.
  • "At OpenText, we know that our path to inclusive and sustainable growth requires continued and ongoing commitment," said Julie Millard, VP of Corporate Citizenship at OpenText.

Standard Ethics publishes The Big Picture: Annual Report 2023

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Thursday, February 1, 2024

In fact, the majority of companies analysed by the Agency now sit between an EE- and an EE rating.

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  • In fact, the majority of companies analysed by the Agency now sit between an EE- and an EE rating.
  • It is, therefore, increasingly evident today that there is a universal convergence for all companies on Sustainability issues.
  • The goal of reducing one's climate-altering emissions is universal, as is respect for human rights or equal gender opportunities.
  • Companies that consider themselves sustainable cannot disregard these global goals.

Nord Anglia Education scoops three awards at 2024 International School Awards from ISC Research

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024

LONDON, Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Nord Anglia Education is proud to announce that three of its schools were named winners at the 2024 International School Awards hosted by ISC Research.

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  • LONDON, Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Nord Anglia Education is proud to announce that three of its schools were named winners at the 2024 International School Awards hosted by ISC Research.
  • Students regularly visit with residents for social outreach initiatives ranging from rubbish collection to growing fruit and vegetables and more.
  • St Andrews International School Bangkok was awarded for its creative initiative called the 'Elephant Project' , which educates students whilst raising awareness about elephant conservation.
  • Regents International School Pattaya in Thailand received its award for the school's student-led initiative called the 'Culture Club' .

Nord Anglia Education scoops three awards at 2024 International School Awards from ISC Research

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024

LONDON, Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Nord Anglia Education is proud to announce that three of its schools were named winners at the 2024 International School Awards hosted by ISC Research.

Key Points: 
  • LONDON, Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Nord Anglia Education is proud to announce that three of its schools were named winners at the 2024 International School Awards hosted by ISC Research.
  • Students regularly visit with residents for social outreach initiatives ranging from rubbish collection to growing fruit and vegetables and more.
  • St Andrews International School Bangkok was awarded for its creative initiative called the 'Elephant Project' , which educates students whilst raising awareness about elephant conservation.
  • Regents International School Pattaya in Thailand received its award for the school's student-led initiative called the 'Culture Club' .