Gender equality

Press release - Belgium Presidency debriefs EP committees on priorities

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Sunday, February 4, 2024

Ministers are holding a series of meetings in parliamentary committees to present the priorities of the Belgian Presidency of the Council.Committee on Culture and EducationCommittee on DevelopmentCommittee on Economic and Monetary AffairsCommittee on Employment and Social AffairsCommittee on the Environment, Public Health and Food SafetyCommittee on Women’s Rights and Gender EqualityCommittee on the Internal Market and Consumer ProtectionCommittee on International TradeCommittee on Industry, Research and EnergyCommittee on Legal AffairsCommittee on Civil Liberties, Justice and Home AffairsCommittee on Regional DevelopmentCommittee on Transport and Tourism Source : © European Union, 2024 - EP

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Ministers are holding a series of meetings in parliamentary committees to present the priorities of the Belgian Presidency of the Council.Committee on Culture and EducationCommittee on DevelopmentCommittee on Economic and Monetary AffairsCommittee on Employment and Social AffairsCommittee on the Environment, Public Health and Food SafetyCommittee on Women’s Rights and Gender EqualityCommittee on the Internal Market and Consumer ProtectionCommittee on International TradeCommittee on Industry, Research and EnergyCommittee on Legal AffairsCommittee on Civil Liberties, Justice and Home AffairsCommittee on Regional DevelopmentCommittee on Transport and Tourism Source : © European Union, 2024 - EP

LONGi and Power Solution jointly launch SDG Project "Light Up Africa" at World Economic Forum 2024 in Davos

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Thursday, January 18, 2024

Li Xia received the 2024 Schwab Foundation Social Innovation Awards--Social Entrepreneurs in Davos. Li Xia was the only recipient from China this year and is the first Chinese woman to be honored for this award.

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  • DAVOS, Switzerland, Jan. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2024 officially kicked off in Davos, Switzerland, with the theme "Rebuilding Trust".
  • Dennis She, Vice President of LONGi held a talk with Li Xia, Chief Executive Officer of Shenzhen Power Solution at the World Economic Forum Congress Center.
  • They both shared the best practices of affordable solar power solutions for poverty alleviation, especially for the population at the bottom of the economic pyramid.
  • The World Economic Forum recognized LONGi for the innovative adaptation of intelligent technologies to promote intelligent solar products manufacturing.

LONGi and Power Solution jointly launch SDG Project "Light Up Africa" at World Economic Forum 2024 in Davos

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Thursday, January 18, 2024

Li Xia received the 2024 Schwab Foundation Social Innovation Awards--Social Entrepreneurs in Davos. Li Xia was the only recipient from China this year and is the first Chinese woman to be honored for this award.

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  • DAVOS, Switzerland, Jan. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2024 officially kicked off in Davos, Switzerland, with the theme "Rebuilding Trust".
  • Dennis She, Vice President of LONGi held a talk with Li Xia, Chief Executive Officer of Shenzhen Power Solution at the World Economic Forum Congress Center.
  • "Joining hands with LONGi will allow Power Solution offer more innovative solutions in the future for African countries", added Li Xia.
  • The World Economic Forum recognized LONGi for the innovative adaptation of intelligent technologies to promote intelligent solar products manufacturing.

Seafood Expo North America/Seafood Processing North America Returning to Boston with Latest Innovations & Trends Impacting the Seafood Sector's Rapidly Evolving Landscape

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Wednesday, January 17, 2024

PORTLAND, Maine, Jan. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Seafood Expo North America/Seafood Processing North America, produced by Diversified Communications, will be back in Boston, MA on Sunday, March 10 – Tuesday, March 12, 2024. With an exhibit hall that has already surpassed its previous edition, currently at 244,965 net square feet of exhibit space and still growing, the event brings seafood suppliers, processing and packaging equipment, services companies and professionals from around the world to demonstrate their latest innovations, products and services and build lasting relationships with North American buyers.

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  • The 42nd edition of North America's largest seafood event will take place on Sunday, March 10 – Tuesday, March 12, 2024, in Boston, MA.
  • PORTLAND, Maine, Jan. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Seafood Expo North America/Seafood Processing North America, produced by Diversified Communications, will be back in Boston, MA on Sunday, March 10 – Tuesday, March 12, 2024.
  • This year's event will highlight innovations around sustainability and aquaculture from emerging startups and legacy brands on both the processing and seafood side.
  • Seafood industry buyers and professionals can learn more about Seafood Expo North America/Seafood Processing North America and register to attend by visiting seafoodexpo.com/north-america.

Government of Canada announces support for 18 Alberta-based organizations to advance gender equality

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Tuesday, January 9, 2024

This funding will help these organizations advance gender equality and address GBV by strengthening their communities, building capacity, providing better support and resources, or conducting research.

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  • This funding will help these organizations advance gender equality and address GBV by strengthening their communities, building capacity, providing better support and resources, or conducting research.
  • The collaborative spirit driving these initiatives embodies the essence of progress towards gender equality and a stronger, more inclusive Canada.
  • Supporting the life-saving work of these 18 organizations in Alberta, brings us one step closer to ending gender-based violence in Canada."
  • Budget 2021 announcement also included $105 million over five years for Women and Gender Equality Canada to enhance its Gender-Based Violence Program.

REPORT on European historical consciousness - A9-0402/2023

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Wednesday, January 3, 2024

REPORT on European historical consciousnessCommittee on Culture and EducationSabine Verheyen Source : © European Union, 2023 - EP

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REPORT on European historical consciousnessCommittee on Culture and EducationSabine Verheyen Source : © European Union, 2023 - EP

Henry Schein Appoints Carole T. Faig as New Independent Director

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Monday, December 18, 2023

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231218305776/en/
    Ms. Faig brings to Henry Schein extensive expertise in finance, audit, and public accounting and particular experience in the health care sector, including hospitals, health insurance, biotechnology, and medical device companies.
  • Ms. Faig holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in accounting from Sam Houston State University and is a certified public accountant.
  • “It is a pleasure to join the Board of Henry Schein and be part of a team actively shaping the future of health care amidst a rapidly evolving health ecosystem,” said Ms. Faig.
  • “Henry Schein’s commitment to providing innovative health care solutions and to be a trusted advisor and consultant to our customers is truly inspiring.

The Government of Canada announces support for Indigenous women and 2SLGBTQQIA+ people in Yukon

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Thursday, December 21, 2023

WHITEHORSE, YT, Dec. 21, 2023 /CNW/ - The National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls highlighted the underlying systemic causes of ongoing violence against Indigenous women, girls, and 2SLGBTQQIA+ people.

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  • WHITEHORSE, YT, Dec. 21, 2023 /CNW/ - The National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls highlighted the underlying systemic causes of ongoing violence against Indigenous women, girls, and 2SLGBTQQIA+ people.
  • This funding is a key initiative of the Federal Pathway to Address Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls and 2SLGBTQQIA+ People.
  • The Federal Pathway to Address Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls and 2SLGBTQQIA+ People is the Government of Canada's contribution to the 2021 Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and 2SLGBTQQIA+ People National Action Plan: Ending Violence Against Indigenous Women, Girls, and 2SLGBTQQIA+ People.
  • Although roughly 5% of the female population in Canada identified as Indigenous, 21% of all gender-related homicides between 2011 and 2021 involved Indigenous women and girls.

Trane Technologies Calls for Accelerated Climate Action, Increased Transparency at COP28

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Thursday, November 30, 2023

Trane Technologies (NYSE:TT), a global climate innovator, will underscore the critical need for adoption of new and existing solutions at scale, accelerated climate policy and transparent emissions reporting during COP28 in Dubai, November 30 – December 12.

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  • Trane Technologies (NYSE:TT), a global climate innovator, will underscore the critical need for adoption of new and existing solutions at scale, accelerated climate policy and transparent emissions reporting during COP28 in Dubai, November 30 – December 12.
  • “Accelerating decarbonization requires not only innovation, but also advocating for policies that remove barriers and support adoption at scale,” said Scott Tew, vice president of Sustainability, Trane Technologies.
  • “The technology exists today that can dramatically reduce emissions for both our own and our customers’ environmental footprints,” said Jose La Loggia, president, Commercial HVAC EMEA, Trane Technologies.
  • In 2014, the company set its first science-based 2020 Climate Commitments – accelerating innovation to achieve them two years ahead of schedule.

Menstrual products now available at no cost to employees in federally regulated workplaces

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Friday, December 15, 2023

Starting today, federally regulated employers are now required to provide pads and tampons to any employee who needs them while on the job at their workplace.

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  • Starting today, federally regulated employers are now required to provide pads and tampons to any employee who needs them while on the job at their workplace.
  • Employers are required to provide these products at no cost to employees in an accessible and private workplace location, such as a washroom or office supply cabinet.
  • We're providing menstrual products to employees in federally regulated workplaces because periods are a fact of life and there should be no stigma."
  • By making these products free and accessible in federally regulated workspaces, we are taking another step forward to end period poverty and advance menstrual equity.