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Prime Minister advances gender equality and strengthens trade ties while in New York City

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Friday, April 28, 2023
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NEW YORK CITY, April 28, 2023 /CNW/ - Canada is a global leader in advancing gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls.

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  • NEW YORK CITY, April 28, 2023 /CNW/ - Canada is a global leader in advancing gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls.
  • Over the past two days, the Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, had a successful visit to New York City where he continued work to advance gender equality internationally at the Global Citizen NOW summit.
  • The Prime Minister reiterated Canada's commitment to implementing the SDGs and building a better future at home and abroad.
  • In New York City, Prime Minister Trudeau held bilateral meetings with the Prime Minister of Barbados, Mia Mottley and the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen.

Autoliv joins Advisory Board of the United Nations Road Safety Fund

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Friday, December 2, 2022
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STOCKHOLM, Dec. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Autoliv, Inc. (NYSE: ALV), (SSE: ALIVsdb), the worldwide leader in automotive safety systems, has joined the Advisory Board of the United Nations Road Safety Fund.

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  • STOCKHOLM, Dec. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Autoliv, Inc. (NYSE: ALV), (SSE: ALIVsdb), the worldwide leader in automotive safety systems, has joined the Advisory Board of the United Nations Road Safety Fund.
  • Autoliv will contribute knowledge and experience regarding global traffic safety challenges and will be represented by President and CEO Mikael Bratt.
  • In April 2022, Autoliv announced its support to the United Nations Road Safety Fund (UNRSF) to strengthen insights into global road safety challenges and contribute to safer mobility worldwide.
  • "It is an honor for Autoliv to be a part of the important work of the Advisory Board of the UNRSF.

Startup Program for International Founders Launched at CCS

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Tuesday, October 18, 2022
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Global Entrepreneur-in-Residence (Global EIR) places foreign-born startup founders at universities to teach and mentor.

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  • Global Entrepreneur-in-Residence (Global EIR) places foreign-born startup founders at universities to teach and mentor.
  • The founders, in turn, become eligible for an H-1B visa, enabling them to launch and grow their company in metro Detroit.
  • The Global EIR program is another opportunity to support entrepreneurs and connect them to the creative talent at CCS.
  • A June 2022 outside evaluation of Global Detroits Global EIR program by Growth Capital Networks found that the program had supported seven founders from six companies.

Swarovski Foundation Announce Latest Creatives For Our Future Grant Recipients During A Reception At The United Nations Headquarters

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Thursday, September 22, 2022
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NEW YORK, Sept. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Following a call for applications which attracted over 230 submissions from young creatives across 52 countries worldwide, the Swarovski Foundation, in collaboration with the United Nations Office for Partnerships, announce the latest cohort and advocates for the second year of its Creatives for Our Future program during a special reception at the United Nations Headquarters in New York City.

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  • NEW YORK, Sept. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Following a call for applications which attracted over 230 submissions from young creatives across 52 countries worldwide, the Swarovski Foundation, in collaboration with the United Nations Office for Partnerships, announce the latest cohort and advocates for the second year of its Creatives for Our Future program during a special reception at the United Nations Headquarters in New York City.
  • Their commitment to driving progress towards the 17 Sustainable Development Goals set out by the United Nations for a better world set them apart.
  • The Swarovski Foundation Creatives for Our Future cohort for 2022 includes:
    The successful recipients will each receive a 20,000 grant, paired with an educational program in collaboration with top institutions, tailored mentorship, and industry networking access with guidance from the Swarovski Foundation.
  • On Wednesday 14thSeptember, the Swarovski Foundation celebrated the announcement of the Creatives for Our Future recipients and program advocates with a special reception at the United Nations Headquarters in New York during the 77th session of the United Nations General Assembly.

Swarovski Foundation Announce Latest Creatives For Our Future Grant Recipients During A Reception At The United Nations Headquarters

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Thursday, September 22, 2022
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NEW YORK, Sept. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Following a call for applications which attracted over 230 submissions from young creatives across 52 countries worldwide, the Swarovski Foundation, in collaboration with the United Nations Office for Partnerships, announce the latest cohort and advocates for the second year of its Creatives for Our Future program during a special reception at the United Nations Headquarters in New York City.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Sept. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Following a call for applications which attracted over 230 submissions from young creatives across 52 countries worldwide, the Swarovski Foundation, in collaboration with the United Nations Office for Partnerships, announce the latest cohort and advocates for the second year of its Creatives for Our Future program during a special reception at the United Nations Headquarters in New York City.
  • Their commitment to driving progress towards the 17 Sustainable Development Goals set out by the United Nations for a better world set them apart.
  • The Swarovski Foundation Creatives for Our Future cohort for 2022 includes:
    The successful recipients will each receive a 20,000 grant, paired with an educational program in collaboration with top institutions, tailored mentorship, and industry networking access with guidance from the Swarovski Foundation.
  • On Wednesday 14thSeptember, the Swarovski Foundation celebrated the announcement of the Creatives for Our Future recipients and program advocates with a special reception at the United Nations Headquarters in New York during the 77th session of the United Nations General Assembly.

SWAROVSKI FOUNDATION AND ADVISOR THE UNITED NATIONS OFFICE FOR PARTNERSHIPS ANNOUNCE SECOND YEAR OF GLOBAL GRANT PROGRAM TO EMPOWER FUTURE CREATIVE LEADERS IN SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT

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Wednesday, July 20, 2022
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LONDON, July 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Swarovski Foundation announces the second year of Creatives for Our Future, a global mentorship and grant program designed with advisor the United Nations Office for Partnerships to identify and accelerate the next generation of creative leaders in sustainability.

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  • LONDON, July 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Swarovski Foundation announces the second year of Creatives for Our Future, a global mentorship and grant program designed with advisor the United Nations Office for Partnerships to identify and accelerate the next generation of creative leaders in sustainability.
  • Successful applicants will have a keen interest in, demonstration of, or exemplary potential to use the creative process to accelerate awareness, technologies, or solutions for sustainable development.
  • The Swarovski Foundation aims to draw in a diverse pool of applicants globally and bring new voices and perspectives to the creative process.
  • Successful grantees and a complete list of Program Advocates will be announced in September 2022 to coincide with the United Nations General Assembly in New York.

SWAROVSKI FOUNDATION AND ADVISOR THE UNITED NATIONS OFFICE FOR PARTNERSHIPS ANNOUNCE SECOND YEAR OF GLOBAL GRANT PROGRAM TO EMPOWER FUTURE CREATIVE LEADERS IN SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT

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Wednesday, July 20, 2022
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LONDON, July 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Swarovski Foundation announces the second year of Creatives for Our Future, a global mentorship and grant program designed with advisor the United Nations Office for Partnerships to identify and accelerate the next generation of creative leaders in sustainability.

Key Points: 
  • LONDON, July 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Swarovski Foundation announces the second year of Creatives for Our Future, a global mentorship and grant program designed with advisor the United Nations Office for Partnerships to identify and accelerate the next generation of creative leaders in sustainability.
  • Successful applicants will have a keen interest in, demonstration of, or exemplary potential to use the creative process to accelerate awareness, technologies, or solutions for sustainable development.
  • The Swarovski Foundation aims to draw in a diverse pool of applicants globally and bring new voices and perspectives to the creative process.
  • Successful grantees and a complete list of Program Advocates will be announced in September 2022 to coincide with the United Nations General Assembly in New York.

Recover™ Commits to Achieving the Sustainable Development Goals in Collaboration With Global Stakeholders at the United Nations HQ

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Friday, June 3, 2022
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The company has registered its commitments to sector change on the United Nations Conscious Fashion and Lifestyle Network.

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  • The company has registered its commitments to sector change on the United Nations Conscious Fashion and Lifestyle Network.
  • By collaborating with these global stakeholders, we hope to scale our impact further to help brands and retailers meet their sustainable goals.
  • The United Nations Conscious Fashion Campaign and Lifestyle Network is a joint initiative of the United Nations Office for Partnerships, the Division for Sustainable Development Goals - United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs, and the Fashion Impact Fund.
  • The UN Conscious Fashion and Lifestyle Network is a joint initiative of the United Nations Office for Partnerships, the Division for Sustainable Development Goals - United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs, and the Fashion Impact Fund.

The LYCRA Company to Join Panel Discussion at the United Nations Conscious Fashion and Lifestyle Network Annual Meeting

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Wednesday, June 1, 2022
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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220601005251/en/
    The LYCRA Company will join a panel discussion at this years United Nations Conscious Fashion & Lifestyle Network Annual Meeting at the United Nations Headquarters in New York City on June 2.
  • The United Nations Conscious Fashion and Lifestyle Networks inaugural annual meeting is co-convened by the United Nations Office for Partnerships and the Fashion Impact Fund.
  • The LYCRA Company owns leading consumer and trade brands: LYCRA, LYCRA HyFit, LYCRA T400, COOLMAX, THERMOLITE, ELASPAN, SUPPLEX, and TACTEL.
  • The United Nations Conscious Fashion and Lifestyle Network is a joint initiative of the United Nations Office for Partnerships, the Division for Sustainable Development Goals - United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs, and the Fashion Impact Fund.

Women in Insurance & Financial Services (WIFS) Announces Schedule of Events for 2022

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Monday, May 16, 2022
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ALBANY, N.Y., May 16, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Women in Insurance & Financial Services (WIFS), the only national organization exclusively devoted to the success of women in the insurance and financial services fields, has announced its schedule of events for 2022, including its prestigious WIFS National Conference.

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  • As the leading resource for education, peer support, and mentoring for women in finance and insurance, WIFS announces in-person and virtual programming
    ALBANY, N.Y., May 16, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Women in Insurance & Financial Services (WIFS), the only national organization exclusively devoted to the success of women in the insurance and financial services fields, has announced its schedule of events for 2022, including its prestigious WIFS National Conference.
  • "Not only that, but WIFS is the only financial services organization which provides programming designed for women, by women," added Flagg.
  • Founded in 1936, Women in Insurance and Financial Services (WIFS) is an association of financial services professionals working together to attract, develop and advance women in an underrepresented profession.
  • No other financial services organization provides programming designed for women, by women.