Harnessing Technology Can Lead to More Mental Health Care Options, Expert Says
A lot has changed in the world since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic — perhaps none more than the way mental health is perceived and addressed.
May 2024
What Junior Achievement Has Taught Me
By Kyndle Huey and Kim Borges
For over 100 years, Junior Achievement (JA) has helped youth gain a better sense of how to manage dollars and cents.
So, volunteering with JA is a natural extension of Regions Bank’s ongoing work to help people build financial confidence. In fact, each year, Regions teams support JA through thousands of volunteer hours.
American Airlines Awards Scholarships to the Next Generation of Aviation Maintenance Professionals
CHICAGO, May 24, 2024 /3BL/ - American Airlines continues to help students find their path from the classroom to the hangar through recent scholarship awards. The airline recently awarded eight scholarships to students at events last week, helping them achieve their dreams of becoming aviation maintenance technicians.
Women in Clinical Trials: 5 Quotes To Inspire Action
Originally published by Walgreens Boots Alliance
By Elyse Russo
Clinical Trials Day is globally recognized on May 20, and this year, the Walgreens Clinical Trials team decided to celebrate with an event dedicated to women’s health. After all, May is National Women’s Health Month.
Meet the Amazon Women of the Ivory Coast Who Are Revolutionizing Finance
The “Amazons” of the Kingdom of Dahomey were known for their bravery, their audacity, and their innovation. The 18th-century Amazons challenged archetypes, stimulated debates, revolutionized gender roles, and contributed to the advancement of women's rights. Like their ancestral sisters in Dahomey, the Amazons of Côte d'Ivoire are modern-day warriors.
Investors Drive Banks Toward Greater Transparency on Climate in 2024 Proxy Season
May 24, 2024 /3BL/ - In a notable move for the 2024 proxy season, New York City Comptroller Brad Lander and New York City Public Pension Boards (NYCERS) submitted six shareholder proposals asking banks to disclose a novel metric for assessing their progress towards their net zero targets and contributions to the clean energy transition. The proposals yielded significant commitments and above-average support, reflecting a growing investor demand for a comprehensive understanding of banks' funding practices to ensure alignment with responsible objectives.
Employee Q&A: Mental Health Awareness and Resources
Our people making a difference is a series featured throughout Owens Corning’s 2023 Sustainability Report.
Collaboration in Action: BIER’s May Meeting Advancing Environmental Sustainability in the Beverage Sector
The Beverage Industry Environmental Roundtable (BIER) is a technical collaboration among leading global beverage companies to advance environmental sustainability within the industry. BIER focuses on sharing best practices, developing tools and metrics, and collectively addressing key environmental challenges such as water stewardship, climate change, and supply chain sustainability.
CACI’s Meisha Lutsey Wins Women in Technology Leadership Award
RESTON, Va., May 22, 2024 /3BL/ - CACI International Inc’s (NYSE: CACI) President of Operations Support and Services Meisha Lutsey took home the 2024 Women in Technology (WIT) Leadership Award in the Corporate Large Market Sector category at its 25th awards ceremony.
New Benchmark Analysis of U.S. Transportation Sector Reveals Inconsistency Between Climate Goals and Policy Advocacy
May 23, 2024 /3BL/ - A new benchmark analysis of 15 major U.S. automotive companies reveals inconsistencies between companies' public climate commitments and their direct and indirect lobbying practices. This contradiction poses a significant risk to their market position as the global shift towards zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs) accelerates, particularly with countries like China leading the way.
