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How the Private Sector is Aiding the Ukrainian Refugee Crisis
By: Abby Douglas Russia’s invasion of Ukraine continues to have a devastating impact on the people of Ukraine who are fearing for their lives, their safety and their future. With over 3.1 million people who already fled their country, governments around the world are...
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Standing in Solidarity – Reflections from Rome
“Go Do It”. This was the charge issued by Pope Francis to the Global Solidarity Fund last month in Rome. Alongside the G20 Summit, Handshake was proud to stand with the Global Solidarity Fund in a series of activities to advance its work to...
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The planet needs partners.
The final COP26 agreement was announced on November 13, wrapping two weeks of negotiations, dialogues, and convenings in Glasgow, Scotland. Handshake was proud to be on ground with our partners last month, creating opportunities for the private sector to advance solutions, partnerships,...
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The Role of Business in Addressing the Sustainable Development Goals
This post was co-authored by Kindred – The Membership for Socially Responsible Leaders. This year’s United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) spotlighted the need for cross-sector collaboration to get back on track to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The disruptive...
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Perseverance, Resilience, Courage: Innovative Leadership during COVID-19
Megha Desai, President of the Desai Foundation, embodies what it means to be an Impact Executive, in more ways than one. As a dedicated leader, with a background in advertising, Megha uses her knowledge in social responsibility to help others by elevating the health and well-being...
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Impact Executive Spotlight: Airbnb Responds to the Current Situation in Afghanistan
“The displacement and resettlement of Afghan refugees in the U.S. and elsewhere is one of the biggest humanitarian crises of our time. We feel a responsibility to step up,” – Brian Chesky, CEO, Airbnb The Taliban takeover of Afghanistan has prompted a global...
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Meek Mill and REFORM Alliance Receive PTTOW! Nelson Mandela Changemaker Award
Rap star and social activist Meek Mill has received the Nelson Mandela Changemaker Award, given by PTTOW! (Plan to Take on the World) an invitation-only community for CEOs, chief marketing officers and icons. The Nelson Mandela Changemaker Award recognizes individuals who...
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Making Rescue Robotics a Reality
Robots are an expense many governments cannot afford in disaster situations. Partnerships between public safety departments and private engineering firms may be able to fix that.
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Carl Nassib and the NFL’s Commitment to Equality
Carl Nassib stands as a symbol that you can achieve your dream at the same time as being authentically true to yourself, while the NFL’s response highlights the progression of acceptance by the private sector and cultural leaders.
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The Generation Equality Forum And The Private Sector’s $40 Billion Commitment
The Generation Equality Forum in Paris, France, was a global convening co-hosted by UN Women and the governments of Mexico and France, focused on accelerating the progress of Gender Equality. The event marked the most significant gender equality gathering since the 1995 Women’s...
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Garment Workers: The Heart and Soul of Fashion
Without garment workers, there is no fashion. Fashion and human rights are inextricably linked. COVID-19 created significant setbacks for garment workers in the fashion industry in the fight for preserving their rights, significantly increasing fashion’s impact on people and the...
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Building a Diverse and Inclusive Culture Across Industries
Sherina Edwards, President and CEO of INTREN, articulates the need to build a more diverse and inclusive culture not only within her company but across her industry while also reflecting back on her career as an Impact Executive.
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