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NYC PARKS & GLOBAL CITIZEN ANNOUNCE GLOBAL CITIZEN FESTIVAL WILL RETURN TO CENTRAL PARK'S GREAT LAWN ON SEPTEMBER 28, 2024

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Monday, April 1, 2024
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 NEW YORK, April 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Global Citizen Festival is set to return to the iconic Great Lawn of Central Park for the twelfth year on Saturday, September 28 to continue its mission to end extreme poverty. Tickets to Global Citizen Festival are free, and can be earned by taking action to create a world where everyone's basic needs are fulfilled, our planet is flourishing, and every person and country can prosper. This year's lineup and ticketing information to be announced in the coming months.

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  • NEW YORK, April 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Global Citizen Festival is set to return to the iconic Great Lawn of Central Park for the twelfth year on Saturday, September 28 to continue its mission to end extreme poverty.
  • "Since 2012, the Global Citizen Festival has called Central Park its home, thanks to the long-standing partnership with NYC Parks and the City of New York.
  • "Central Park's iconic Great Lawn has a long and celebrated history of hosting live events that thrill New Yorkers and visitors alike, from Simon & Garfunkel to the NY Philharmonic.
  • After heavy rain before, during, and after last year's Global Citizen Festival in September, the damage to the Great Lawn was assessed, and Global Citizen's Board of Directors paid for all repairs that were requested.

Delphos Takes a Focus on D.R.Congo's Critical Mineral Value Chain

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023
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Delphos interest in the Democratic Republic of Congo's need to improve its critical mineral value chain, demonstrates that although more complex, financial resources can be raised for the creation of local refineries, a promising initiative from an ESG perspective.

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  • Delphos interest in the Democratic Republic of Congo's need to improve its critical mineral value chain, demonstrates that although more complex, financial resources can be raised for the creation of local refineries, a promising initiative from an ESG perspective.
  • "Being on the ground and meeting key stakeholders as well as key partners are crucial to a project that can potentially change the national value chain of critical minerals," said Ambassador Rahmani.
  • He added that it could become a leading project for investing in the critical mineral value chain in Africa.
  • Delphos sees high value for this type of project and the opportunities it could bring to the people of the Democratic Republic of Congo especially those affected by the global critical minerals value supply chain.

Delphos Takes a Focus on D.R.Congo's Critical Mineral Value Chain

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023
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Delphos interest in the Democratic Republic of Congo's need to improve its critical mineral value chain, demonstrates that although more complex, financial resources can be raised for the creation of local refineries, a promising initiative from an ESG perspective.

Key Points: 
  • Delphos interest in the Democratic Republic of Congo's need to improve its critical mineral value chain, demonstrates that although more complex, financial resources can be raised for the creation of local refineries, a promising initiative from an ESG perspective.
  • "Being on the ground and meeting key stakeholders as well as key partners are crucial to a project that can potentially change the national value chain of critical minerals," said Ambassador Rahmani.
  • He added that it could become a leading project for investing in the critical mineral value chain in Africa.
  • Delphos sees high value for this type of project and the opportunities it could bring to the people of the Democratic Republic of Congo especially those affected by the global critical minerals value supply chain.

Arçelik tops DHP Household Durables industry in S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment with highest ESG score

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023
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ISTANBUL, Nov. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Arçelik A.Ş. (ARCLK: IST, "Arçelik"), the global leading consumer durables and electronics manufacturer, scored 86/100 (Score date: 22/09/23) in the 2023 S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA), which evaluates the world's largest companies and assesses their sustainability performance and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) efforts.

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  • (ARCLK: IST, "Arçelik"), the global leading consumer durables and electronics manufacturer, scored 86/100 (Score date: 22/09/23) in the 2023 S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA), which evaluates the world's largest companies and assesses their sustainability performance and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) efforts.
  • The company achieved the highest score out of 46 companies assessed in the DHP Household Durables Industry.
  • This announcement highlights Arçelik's continuous commitment to a sustainable future and places the company once again as the benchmark brand in the manufacturing industry.
  • With its impressive ESG score and ongoing commitment to sustainability, Arçelik continues to inspire other companies to prioritize environmental responsibility, social impact, and good governance practices.

Arçelik tops DHP Household Durables industry in S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment with highest ESG score

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023
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ISTANBUL, Nov. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Arçelik A.Ş. (ARCLK: IST, "Arçelik"), the global leading consumer durables and electronics manufacturer, scored 86/100 (Score date: 22/09/23) in the 2023 S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA), which evaluates the world's largest companies and assesses their sustainability performance and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) efforts.

Key Points: 
  • (ARCLK: IST, "Arçelik"), the global leading consumer durables and electronics manufacturer, scored 86/100 (Score date: 22/09/23) in the 2023 S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA), which evaluates the world's largest companies and assesses their sustainability performance and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) efforts.
  • The company achieved the highest score out of 46 companies assessed in the DHP Household Durables Industry.
  • This announcement highlights Arçelik's continuous commitment to a sustainable future and places the company once again as the benchmark brand in the manufacturing industry.
  • With its impressive ESG score and ongoing commitment to sustainability, Arçelik continues to inspire other companies to prioritize environmental responsibility, social impact, and good governance practices.

Henley & Partners and Insignia Join Forces to Create Unique Membership Offering for Global Citizens

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Monday, November 6, 2023
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LONDON, Nov. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Henley & Partners , the ‘firm of global citizens’ and leader in residence and citizenship advisory, has partnered with the leading ultra-luxury lifestyle management and card services group, Insignia , to create a distinctive and exclusive membership offering.

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  • LONDON, Nov. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Henley & Partners , the ‘firm of global citizens’ and leader in residence and citizenship advisory, has partnered with the leading ultra-luxury lifestyle management and card services group, Insignia , to create a distinctive and exclusive membership offering.
  • At Insignia, we have always been dedicated to providing our members with unparalleled experiences, and the Henley Global Citizens card is the embodiment of this commitment.
  • Together with Henley & Partners we are redefining the meaning of global citizenship, offering an exclusive gateway to a world of limitless possibilities and connections.
  • For further information and media accreditation to attend the Henley Global Citizens launch (10 November) and/or the 17th annual Global Citizenship Conference (8-10 November) please contact:

The Health Equity Forum Brings Together Public and Private Sector Leaders at the United Nations during the UN General Assembly

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Friday, October 27, 2023
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NEW YORK, Oct. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A curated group of passionate leaders from both the public and private sectors came together for a special convening to launch the Health Equity Forum at the SDG Media Zone during the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) High-Level week on September 21, 2023.

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  • NEW YORK, Oct. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A curated group of passionate leaders from both the public and private sectors came together for a special convening to launch the Health Equity Forum at the SDG Media Zone during the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) High-Level week on September 21, 2023.
  • "We need to start the conversation and not only convene leaders from the healthcare space, but also government, civil society, and other multi-stakeholders.
  • This isn't just a gathering; it's a movement," added Enrique Arbelaez, Health Equity Forum Steering Committee member and co-founder of Culture+ Group.
  • For media inquiries and additional information on the 2024 Health Equity Forum agenda, please contact:

GLOBAL SURVEY IDENTIFIES COST OF LIVING, LONELINESS, TECHNOLOGY, CLIMATE CONCERNS DEEPENING

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Thursday, October 26, 2023
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RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Oct. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A global survey commissioned by non-profit Future Investment Initiative (FII) Institute, in partnership with Accenture is released today. It identifies predominant issues of concern to citizens across the world. 

Key Points: 
  • RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Oct. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A global survey commissioned by non-profit Future Investment Initiative (FII) Institute, in partnership with Accenture is released today.
  • It identifies predominant issues of concern to citizens across the world.
  • The data plays a vital role in shaping year-round discussions, policy advisory, and investment decisions at the FII Institute.
  • The institute is dedicated to addressing common issues facing humanity, such as economic growth, prosperity, climate change, technology regulation and equitable access to healthcare and education.

GLOBAL SURVEY IDENTIFIES COST OF LIVING, LONELINESS, TECHNOLOGY, CLIMATE CONCERNS DEEPENING

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Thursday, October 26, 2023
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RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Oct. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A global survey commissioned by non-profit Future Investment Initiative (FII) Institute, in partnership with Accenture is released today. It identifies predominant issues of concern to citizens across the world. 

Key Points: 
  • RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Oct. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A global survey commissioned by non-profit Future Investment Initiative (FII) Institute, in partnership with Accenture is released today.
  • It identifies predominant issues of concern to citizens across the world.
  • The data plays a vital role in shaping year-round discussions, policy advisory, and investment decisions at the FII Institute.
  • The institute is dedicated to addressing common issues facing humanity, such as economic growth, prosperity, climate change, technology regulation and equitable access to healthcare and education.

FUTURE INVESTMENT INITIATIVE INSTITUTE TO ADDRESS GLOBAL AI RISKS BY BRINGING EAST, WEST AND GLOBAL SOUTH TOGETHER FOR COLLECTIVE ACTION

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Wednesday, October 25, 2023
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With global concerns running ahead of government and private sector action on governance and regulation of AI, and with notable industry leaders themselves expressing disquiet, an urgent need for immediate and robust global action has been identified at FII.

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  • With global concerns running ahead of government and private sector action on governance and regulation of AI, and with notable industry leaders themselves expressing disquiet, an urgent need for immediate and robust global action has been identified at FII.
  • It has been identified that until there is global alignment on AI development and regulation, risks will remain.
  • But it can also create major global risks if we don't urgently align AI with the needs of humanity.
  • AI is about to transform global societies and economies and the world needs to get to grips with this quickly."