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Vardot Partners with UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency to Elevate Their Digital Presence

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Monday, February 13, 2023

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Santa Clara, California--(Newsfile Corp. - February 13, 2023) - Drupal open-source web solutions provider, Vardot , is working with the UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, to improve their digital presence and enable them to become more effective in their missions.

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Santa Clara, California--(Newsfile Corp. - February 13, 2023) - Drupal open-source web solutions provider, Vardot , is working with the UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, to improve their digital presence and enable them to become more effective in their missions.
Vardot, through this partnership, aims to strengthen their digital assets, including the implementation of a new donations platform to collect vital funds to aid people displaced by conflicts or natural disasters.
Due to the importance of the organization's work, the donations platform must be robust, easy-to-use, error-free, and flexible.
The upgraded system allows the UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, to launch campaigns quickly, buying enough time to conduct life-saving humanitarian operations around the world.

Verizon Foundation makes donations to support disaster relief efforts in Türkiye and Syria

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Tuesday, February 14, 2023

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To help the people affected by this crisis, Verizon Foundation has committed $100,000 to support humanitarian relief efforts already underway.

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To help the people affected by this crisis, Verizon Foundation has committed $100,000 to support humanitarian relief efforts already underway.
“Our hearts go out to the survivors of this massive natural disaster, as we know they face unimaginable challenges ahead,” said Hans Vestberg, Chairman and CEO of Verizon.
We are grateful for Verizon's generous support of our humanitarian efforts," said Ourania Dionysiou, Vice President, International Philanthropy and Partnerships of the IRC.
Text RESCUE to 20222 to make a one-time $25 donation to support the IRC’s efforts now.

Fast Retailing to Provide Emergency Humanitarian Aid in Aftermath of Devastating Earthquakes in Turkey and Syria

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Friday, February 10, 2023

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TOKYO and NEW YORK, Feb. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Fast Retailing will provide emergency humanitarian aid to people affected by the devastating earthquakes that struck in Turkey and Syria from February 6, following a worldwide appeal from our longstanding global partner UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency.

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TOKYO and NEW YORK, Feb. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Fast Retailing will provide emergency humanitarian aid to people affected by the devastating earthquakes that struck in Turkey and Syria from February 6, following a worldwide appeal from our longstanding global partner UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency.
Fast Retailing wishes to express our sincere condolences to the families of the victims and those affected by the earthquakes.
Fast Retailing and UNHCR have been working together since 2006 to provide clothes to refugees and displaced people around the world, as refugee support is one of the pillars of Fast Retailing's sustainability activities.
Fast Retailing also employs refugees at UNIQLO stores around the world, supports UNHCR's livelihood programmes and conducts educational activities for forcibly displaced people.

BAFFIN ANNOUNCES COMMERCIAL LAUNCH OF CITIZENSHIP BOOT PROJECT

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Saturday, January 14, 2023

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STONEY CREEK, ON, Jan. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Cold-climate footwear brand, Baffin, is proud to announce the commercial launch of its citizenship boot, COMPANION.
By way of request, Baffin has since donated 2,500 pairs of the cold-climate, rubber boots to Ukrainian refugees through UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency.
For every pair of COMPANION sold, Baffin will donate at least one pair to a North American organization in need.
We're passionate about continued cold-climate exploration and protecting the diverse Canadian climate for the future," says Mark Hubner, Senior Vice President, Commercial at Baffin.

Canada expands pilot to help more skilled refugees build their careers in Canada, giving employers access to a new pool of talent

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Tuesday, December 13, 2022

Through this groundbreaking program, our government is highlighting skilled refugees' professional achievements by allowing them to continue their career in Canada, while giving employers access to a pool of global talent.

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Through this groundbreaking program, our government is highlighting skilled refugees' professional achievements by allowing them to continue their career in Canada, while giving employers access to a pool of global talent.
In partnership with Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada, Jumpstart is supporting employers across Canada in hiring and relocating people from displaced populations.
Lessons learned will help IRCC and its partner organizations further expand the EMPP to welcome even greater numbers of skilled refugees.
As of October 2022, Canada has already welcomed over 100 skilled refugees and their family members under the EMPP.

Suzanne Ehlers to join USA for UNHCR as new Executive Director and CEO in January 2023

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Monday, December 12, 2022

WASHINGTON, Dec. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- USA for UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, announced today that its board of trustees has unanimously chosen Suzanne Ehlers as the organization's next Executive Director and CEO.

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WASHINGTON, Dec. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- USA for UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, announced today that its board of trustees has unanimously chosen Suzanne Ehlers as the organization's next Executive Director and CEO.
"In the past decade, the number of refugees globally has doubled, and to help them, USA for UNHCR has steadily driven revenue growth and expanded its impact.
Suzanne is a systems thinker with experience in grantmaking and a track record of approachable leadership," Wallace continued.
Anne-Marie Grey, who has served as Executive Director and CEO since 2014, expressed confidence in the board's choice.

Tim Hortons launches holiday TV commercial and children's book "A Nest in the North," with 100% of the proceeds from book sales being donated to the UN Refugee Agency

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Wednesday, December 7, 2022

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"Our holiday campaign is inspired by the shared values and traditions of Canadians being kind to each other and making everyone feel welcomed and included.

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"Our holiday campaign is inspired by the shared values and traditions of Canadians being kind to each other and making everyone feel welcomed and included.
These values are never more relevant than during the holidays kindness is a gift we all have in us to give," said Hope Bagozzi, Chief Marketing Officer of Tim Hortons.
The holiday campaign features a heartwarming story about having to leave home under difficult circumstances and seeking a new life in a foreign land.
"KindNest" and "A Nest in the North"were developed in partnership with creative agency GUT Toronto.

The Revival Foundation Proud to Launch Their "Food For Good" Project

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Tuesday, December 6, 2022

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Although humanitarian crises in conflict zones are not a new phenomenon, the Ukrainian challenge differs greatly on many levels.

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Although humanitarian crises in conflict zones are not a new phenomenon, the Ukrainian challenge differs greatly on many levels.
This is a well-developed country with a vibrant business community, a highly capable workforce, a robust industry, and high standards of living.
Krupenko enlisted the support of like-minded friends to establish The Revival Foundation a non-profit organization dedicated to the delivery of humanitarian promises.
The U.S.-Ukraine Foundation championed the initiative and financed the first thousand boxes, which have already reached the families of war veterans.

Survey: Ukrainian refugees want to work in the EU. They are educated, are learning the language and have high professional qualifications

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Tuesday, December 6, 2022

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800 Ukrainian citizens were surveyed who decided to come to Poland and Germany after 24 February 2022 and took up employment in those countries.

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800 Ukrainian citizens were surveyed who decided to come to Poland and Germany after 24 February 2022 and took up employment in those countries.
The report states that the average age of Ukrainian refugees working in Germany is 37 and in Poland 39, which indicates a high proportion of professionally formed people with experience and professional qualifications.
Furthermore, more than half of the respondents residing in Germany and Poland are learning the languages of countries of their current residence.
According to the authors of the report, this demonstrates a high professional potential of refugees expressing their readiness to benefit from various forms of further professional development.

Canada Goose Makes Donation to United Nations in Support of Ukrainian Refugees

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Thursday, November 17, 2022

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The funds, raised by Canada Goose employees, will go towards UNHCRs ongoing work delivering aid and support to people forced to flee the war in Ukraine.

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The funds, raised by Canada Goose employees, will go towards UNHCRs ongoing work delivering aid and support to people forced to flee the war in Ukraine.
We stand with all those who are and have been impacted by the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, said Dani Reiss, Chairman & CEO, Canada Goose.
As part of the Canada Goose Response Program, the brand previously donated $100,000 CAD to UNHCR in March 2022, to support humanitarian efforts in Ukraine.
Canada Goose is inspired by relentless innovation and uncompromised craftsmanship, recognized as a leader for its Made in Canada commitment.