Global Stories
UN Foundation Initiative Girl Up Joins Call for Active Measures to Combat Rape
Recent reports indicate that after an initial dip, violence against women has been steadily rising with the relaxation of the COVID-19 lockdown. There has...
UNGC and Russell Reynolds Associates launch “Leadership for the Decade of Action” report
The United Nations Global Compact today launched the “Leadership for the Decade of Action” report in collaboration with Russell Reynolds Associates, a leading leadership...
Henkel aims to become climate-positive by 2040
Henkel introduced its new strategic framework for the future at presentation to investors, analysts and media.
Accelerate impactful innovations with increased investments
Henkel aims to accelerate...
World Environment Day: De Beers’ Forevermark CSR initiatives protect wildlife
On International Environment Day, Forevermark, the diamond brand from the De Beers Group, reiterates their commitment to protecting wildlife and keeping responsible sourcing at the...
ADB, ESCAP Discuss Stepping up Cooperation in addressing COVID-19 crisis
Asian Development Bank (ADB) President Masatsugu Asakawa and United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and Pacific (ESCAP) Executive Secretary Armida Salsiah Alisjahbana...
Thai company distributes food packets to migrant families
The Charoen Pokphand Group (CP Group) based in Thailand has reached out to low-income families in Delhi and Gurgaon with food packets. This activity...
George Floyd Protests Put Spotlight on Racist Police Brutality
The horrifying death of an unarmed Black man, George Floyd, at the hands of cops in Minneapolis on May 25 sparked protests for justice...
UN Seeks to Build Transport and Trade Resilience in wake of COVID-19
A new joint UN project is seeking to help governments and businesses keep transport networks and borders operational and facilitate the flow of goods...
Ingersoll-Rand Supports India in its Fight Against Coronavirus
Ingersoll-Rand has through its group companies in India extended its support to the government of India in its ongoing fight against COVID-19 by supporting...
#21DaysAllyChallenge to build a global community of LGBT+ allies, starting June 1st
Corporates, academia and individuals from across the world have signed up to further advocate for the inclusion of the LGBT+ community in #21DaysAllyChallenge.
The campaign...
Asia-Pacific Countries Endorse UN resolution for Concerted Regional Action Against COVID-19
Governments of Asia and the Pacific meeting today at their annual regional assembly agreed to pursue coordinated and decisive actions, as well as reinforce...
6 Good Habits for Post-lockdown Life
The COVID-19 pandemic is unprecedented in its scale of impact on people and the restrictions it has put on everyday life. The way we...