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#diversity
European startups
fromFast Company
1 month ago

5 years after George Floyd's murder, performative DEI is dead. What comes next?

Sustained corporate support for Black-owned brands is essential for closing the racial wealth gap.
Black Lives Matter
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Al Sharpton calls on PepsiCo to restore DEI initiatives, threatens boycott

Rev. Al Sharpton threatens PepsiCo with a boycott over the company's decision to eliminate its diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.
#sustainability
fromFast Company
2 months ago
Social media marketing

Buying green won't save the planet: How some companies are bucking the trend of sustainable consumption

Alternative transportation
fromuxdesign.cc
1 month ago

The burden of sustainability

Most sustainability responsibility lies with individuals, not corporations.
Corporate sustainability initiatives are ineffective without individual involvement.
Single-use plastics heavily burden the environment and economy.
fromFast Company
2 months ago
Social media marketing

Buying green won't save the planet: How some companies are bucking the trend of sustainable consumption

Environment
fromFast Company
3 months ago

Why corporate America is still tackling climate change despite government rollbacks

Companies face increasing pressure to prioritize sustainability despite federal rollbacks on climate rules.
Financial incentives drive corporations to invest in sustainability, with many CFOs committing to raise funds for climate initiatives.
Environment
fromSocpub
4 months ago

How Companies Can Take a Meaningful Environmental Stance this Earth Month

Earth Month 2025 offers businesses a chance to show genuine commitment to sustainability, going beyond superficial efforts.
fromAbove the Law
1 week ago

How Appealing Weekly Roundup - Above the Law

U.S. Sens. Ron Johnson and Tammy Baldwin have sent to President Donald Trump this week five recommendations for filling a vacant seat on the 7th Circuit Court of Appeals, but the Trump administration is signaling that it is going its own way in selecting the nominee.
US politics
#climate-change
fromIndependent
1 month ago
Science

Naoise Dolan: Storm Donald, Storm Vladimir, Storm Benjamin... let's name extreme weather after real climate culprits

Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
2 months ago

German court sets climate precedent but rejects Peruvian farmer's claim

A German court ruling establishes a precedent for potential liability of companies for their carbon emissions, even if claims are not completely upheld.
Law
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

German court dismisses climate case against RWE DW 05/28/2025

Judges in Hamm have dismissed a landmark climate lawsuit against RWE by a Peruvian farmer, with no possibility for appeal.
fromIndependent
1 month ago
Science

Naoise Dolan: Storm Donald, Storm Vladimir, Storm Benjamin... let's name extreme weather after real climate culprits

#dei
fromFortune
2 weeks ago
Social justice

Stacey Abrams shares a warning for companies that go back on their DEI promises: 'It costs you'

fromEntrepreneur
1 month ago
Social justice

Consumers and Employees Still Want Diversity - Here's How Businesses Can Get It Right | Entrepreneur

fromFortune
2 weeks ago
Social justice

Stacey Abrams shares a warning for companies that go back on their DEI promises: 'It costs you'

fromEntrepreneur
1 month ago
Social justice

Consumers and Employees Still Want Diversity - Here's How Businesses Can Get It Right | Entrepreneur

Business
fromBusiness Matters
2 weeks ago

Millennials outpace Gen Z in rejecting jobs over ethics and environmental concerns

Millennials prioritize ethical and sustainable practices higher than Gen Z when considering job offers.
fromNBC News
2 weeks ago

X advertisers remain silent after Grok goes off the rails and CEO resigns

Grok, the AI chatbot of X, engaged in a racist and antisemitic outburst, causing a significant reaction from advertisers, who chose to remain silent afterward.
US politics
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 weeks ago

Fairway pledges $1M toward Texas flood relief

The loss of life and devastation caused by the floods in Texas this past weekend are difficult to fathom. Our hearts break for the families who are grieving such sudden and unexpected loss, Marc Wood, Fairway's regional senior vice president, said in a statement.
Fundraising
fromPoynter
3 weeks ago

Meet The Examination, a nonprofit watchdog for global health - Poynter

Nineteen million lives lost annually is a staggering consequence. And yet, Hallman saw that the media mostly looked away. News outlets are drawn to "death that happens quickly and spectacularly," not the slow, grinding harm shaped by people's environments.
Public health
#human-rights
#lgbtq
SF LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 months ago

Regardless of corporate retreat from Pride, queer businesses are still here for LGBTQ+ communities

Pride has shifted from community-driven activism to corporate marketing, raising concerns about genuine support for the LGBTQ+ community.
SF LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 months ago

Most Americans support corporate LGBTQ+ Pride efforts despite pull-back by major brands: report

Consumer sentiment remains supportive of LGBTQ+ engagement despite corporate retreats under political pressure.
fromESG Dive
1 month ago

Connect with customers by marketing with heart

Consumers are aligning their spending with their values, prompting brands to engage in meaningful causes credibly.
#lgbtq-rights
Tech industry
fromFortune
1 month ago

These are the Fortune 500 companies that have active contracts with ICE

ICE's aggressive immigration enforcement and contracting practices are increasingly criticized amid calls for corporate accountability.
Large budgets and contracts point to a controversial relationship between ICE and private companies aiding its operations.
fromDigiday
1 month ago

The ad industry is obsessed with AI - but what about its energy use and sustainability?

"Because of the state of the economy, because of where people are focusing their time, that CSR [corporate social responsibility] agenda has become less important over time," said James Rowe."
Artificial intelligence
#leadership
#pride
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Jobs firm Indeed 'remains committed to culture of inclusion' despite not taking part in Dublin Pride 2025

Indeed's decision to opt out of Dublin's Pride festival this year has sparked discussions about the balance between corporate participation and the actual commitment to inclusion.
London startup
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Data centers' environmental impact is hard to quantify. Here's how we did it.

The financial and environmental costs of data centers are significant yet often overlooked.
#pride-month
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
SF LGBT

Companies are dialing back their Pride Month celebrations - and angering both the left and the right

Corporate support for LGBTQ+ during Pride Month is notably cautious this year due to political and cultural pressures.
SF LGBT
fromAol
1 month ago

How Major Brands Profit from Pride Merchandise

Brands profit during Pride Month through merchandise, partnerships, and inclusive marketing while harnessing the spirit of LGBTQ+ celebration.
NYC LGBT
fromFast Company
1 month ago

As brands pull out of Pride, this beer maker is giving $25k directly to trans people

Brooklyn Brewery is prioritizing direct support for the LGBTQ+ community over traditional Pride advertising.
UX design
fromMedium
1 month ago

Designing from the margins

Pride Month highlights the disconnect between corporate visibility and the realities of LGBTQ+ lives, emphasizing the need for genuine support.
SF LGBT
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Companies are dialing back their Pride Month celebrations - and angering both the left and the right

Corporate support for LGBTQ+ during Pride Month is notably cautious this year due to political and cultural pressures.
SF LGBT
fromAol
1 month ago

How Major Brands Profit from Pride Merchandise

Brands profit during Pride Month through merchandise, partnerships, and inclusive marketing while harnessing the spirit of LGBTQ+ celebration.
#target
SF LGBT
fromDigiday
1 month ago

'I feel disposable': Confessions of a transgender Target employee after DEI pullback

Target's recent pullback on DEI initiatives has raised concerns among employees about their workplace safety and value.
A transgender employee expresses feeling dehumanized and undervalued due to Target's recent DEI pullback.
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Rev Al Sharpton meets with Target CEO over halting of DEI initiative

Rev Al Sharpton and Target's CEO discussed Target's reversal on diversity initiatives amid boycott calls, with Sharpton indicating potential support for such actions.
SF LGBT
fromDigiday
1 month ago

'I feel disposable': Confessions of a transgender Target employee after DEI pullback

Target's recent pullback on DEI initiatives has raised concerns among employees about their workplace safety and value.
A transgender employee expresses feeling dehumanized and undervalued due to Target's recent DEI pullback.
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Rev Al Sharpton meets with Target CEO over halting of DEI initiative

Rev Al Sharpton and Target's CEO discussed Target's reversal on diversity initiatives amid boycott calls, with Sharpton indicating potential support for such actions.
#boycott
Berlin music
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Can Europe's music festivals break from pro-Israel funders?

Artists and fans are boycotting the Sonar Festival due to its ties with a pro-Israel hedge fund linked to controversial activities.
Black Lives Matter
fromFast Company
3 months ago

Why some Americans are skipping Target and Amazon this holiday weekend

A grassroots boycott against major retailers aims to protest corporate spending and policies related to diversity initiatives over Good Friday weekend.
Berlin music
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Can Europe's music festivals break from pro-Israel funders?

Artists and fans are boycotting the Sonar Festival due to its ties with a pro-Israel hedge fund linked to controversial activities.
Black Lives Matter
fromFast Company
3 months ago

Why some Americans are skipping Target and Amazon this holiday weekend

A grassroots boycott against major retailers aims to protest corporate spending and policies related to diversity initiatives over Good Friday weekend.
fromWIRED
1 month ago

A Google Shareholder is Suing the Company Over the TikTok Ban

I can see TikTok is on the app store... It's not debatable.
Privacy technologies
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Stakeholder capitalism is entering new era. So is 'Fast Company'

Fast Company has documented a significant transformation in U.S. business philosophy over the last 15 years, shifting focus from shareholder accountability to that of all stakeholders.
Startup companies
#business-ethics
Non-profit organizations
fromInc
1 month ago

Why the Best Strategy for Business Success Is Doing Good

Prioritizing people and the planet leads to business success.
Ethical companies outperform traditional indexes according to research.
Non-profit organizations
fromInc
1 month ago

Why the Best Strategy for Business Success Is Doing Good

Prioritizing people and the planet leads to business success.
Ethical companies outperform traditional indexes according to research.
Non-profit organizations
fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago

Boston Consulting Group CEO apologizes for Israel-backed Gaza aid project

Boston Consulting Group's CEO acknowledges failures in partnering with Israel's aid delivery initiative in Gaza, expressing regret over the impact on their standards and trust.
Artificial intelligence
fromMedium
1 month ago

AI is coming for our design jobs, but it can't touch taste

AI will significantly impact entry-level white-collar jobs, but design roles may persist due to their unique human element.
Corporate decisions and lack of regulation will determine how AI affects employment.
#ai-governance
Artificial intelligence
fromComputerworld
1 month ago

GenAI adoption outpaces governance, Ernst & Young finds

Governance of AI adoption lags significantly behind its rapid implementation, with many executives increasing investments in responsible AI measures.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 month ago

How London businesses are improving workplace accessibility - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Making work environments more accessible in London is now a priority for businesses, with significant changes to infrastructure and employment practices for inclusivity.
London startup
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Pizza Express, Lidl and Halfords named by Government for minimum wage failures

Major UK companies have been identified for underpaying employees, highlighting widespread issues in wage compliance.
fromwww.thelocal.se
2 months ago

Ex-Northvolt CEO suspected of negligence in worker's death

Former Northvolt CEO is under investigation for safety protocol failure linked to a worker's death after a factory explosion.
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

German court rejects climate case against energy giant RWE DW 05/28/2025

Judges dismissed a climate lawsuit by a Peruvian farmer against RWE but recognized corporate liability for greenhouse gas emissions.
#cybersecurity
Women in technology
fromIT Pro
3 months ago

Women show more team spirit when it comes to cybersecurity, yet they're still missing out on opportunities

Women prioritize organizational cybersecurity as a shared responsibility, yet lack adequate training compared to men.
Women in technology
fromIT Pro
3 months ago

Women show more team spirit when it comes to cybersecurity, yet they're still missing out on opportunities

Women prioritize organizational cybersecurity as a shared responsibility, yet lack adequate training compared to men.
fromBored Panda
2 months ago

These 19 Companies Screwed Around, Found Out, And Lost Customers Forever

Having loyal, returning customers is a godsend because you ensure business (and hopefully even profitability) in the future.
Online Community Development
Silicon Valley real estate
fromsfist.com
2 months ago

That $1B Pledge to Build Housing That Facebook Made Six Years Ago? It's Basically Dead

Mark Zuckerberg's $1 billion housing pledge is largely abandoned, with minimal funds utilized, reflecting a shift in priorities at Meta.
fromEntrepreneur
2 months ago

Why Standing for a Cause Can Set You Apart as a Leader | Entrepreneur

Define your business's authentic purpose to guide decisions and inspire your team.
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Novisto helps companies track their sustainability efforts. Check out the 17-slide deck it used to raise a $27 million Series C.

Novisto, a Canadian startup launched in 2019, has secured $27 million in Series C funding to expand its corporate ESG tracking platform.
European startups
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

Microsoft employee disrupts Satya Nadella's Build conference keynote

I can no longer stand by in silence as Microsoft continues to facilitate Israel's ethnic cleansing of the Palestinian people.
Black Lives Matter
fromBusiness Matters
2 months ago

Soft2Bet: Pioneering Innovation and Expansion in the iGaming Industry

In 2024, Soft2Bet secured licenses in key regulated markets including Ontario, Mexico, and Greece, broadening its global footprint and reinforcing compliance.
European startups
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

Meta faces Democratic probe into plans to power a giant data center with gas

Meta's new AI data center in Louisiana raises concerns about energy use and greenhouse gas emissions.
Local lawmakers demand accountability regarding Meta's environmental impact amid increased electricity demand.
fromFast Company
2 months ago

The case for cooperation

Companies can avoid product failures by partnering with public interest groups early in the development process.
Mental health
fromAdvocate.com
2 months ago

Silence isn't a strategy: Why leaders must talk about depression before it talks back

Openly discussing mental health at work is crucial for creating supportive environments, especially for marginalized groups.
The stigma surrounding mental health affects workplace dynamics, particularly for LGBTQ+ employees.
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

This Law Firm Had To Delete A LOT To Purge Its Diversity And Pro Bono Work - Above the Law

Law firms are erasing diversity and community initiatives from websites amid political pressures, showcasing a troubling trend of cowardice in the legal industry.
Cryptocurrency
fromThe Nation
2 months ago

Texas's Crypto-Mining Racket

Local opposition to tax abatement for a cryptocurrency mine highlights community concerns over corporate influence and transparency in decision-making.
Residents were not adequately informed about the cryptocurrency mining expansion before approval discussions.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

Castro Valley man sold U.S. Army software to China, but his employer won't be prosecuted because it turned him in

A rogue employee sold U.S. Army software to China, but cooperation with authorities spared the employer from prosecution.
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

Is Disney actually too 'woke'? We asked 12 of the company's most passionate fans

There's a big audience out there that supports [...] inclusivity, and they use their dollar to show their support for brands that support a world that is open and inclusive.
Left-wing politics
fromBusiness Matters
3 months ago

Could Your Office Be Wasting Thousands Due to Appliances Left on Standby?

Vampire appliances drain energy and finances for businesses, increasing costs and carbon emissions.
Environment
fromtime.com
3 months ago

Could Trump Accidentally End Greenwashing?

Trump's presidency symbolizes broader disillusionment with global climate policies, but it may also spur more effective, market-driven climate solutions.
Europe news
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

The Legacy of Pope Francis's Business Diplomacy

Pope Francis's legacy includes his significant influence on corporate leaders regarding social responsibility and inclusive capitalism.
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Al Sharpton holds 'constructive and candid' meeting with Target CEO over DEI initiatives

You can't have an election come and all of a sudden, change your old positions. If an election determines your commitment to fairness, then fine, you have a right to withdraw from us, but then we have a right to withdraw from you.
Black Lives Matter
Online Community Development
fromEater
3 months ago

How Black Food Business Owners Walk the DEI Tightrope

Black-owned businesses face uncertain futures as major retailers retract DEI initiatives.
Cultural validation is significant for minority entrepreneurs in mainstream retail.
fromThe Nation
3 months ago

McDonald's Made a Commitment to Prevent Sexual Harassment-What Happened?

Whistleblowing on harassment can lead to retaliation in the workplace.
Environment
fromtime.com
3 months ago

Do Climate Goals Matter in a Bad Economy?

Economic uncertainty challenges companies' commitment to climate action.
Many firms have shifted climate goals from marketing to financially motivated efforts.
Dallas Cowboys
fromAdvocate.com
3 months ago

Here are 11 major companies standing up for DEI

Some companies remain committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion programs despite political pressures.
Costco and Apple lead the way in maintaining their DEI initiatives.
Tech industry
fromComputerWeekly.com
3 months ago

Tech sector still failing to rid supply chains of forced labour | Computer Weekly

Technology firms are neglecting their due diligence regarding forced labour and human rights abuses in supply chains.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

The Tesla backlash podcast

Driving a Tesla has become a political statement for some, reflecting personal beliefs and values influenced by Elon Musk's political actions.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
4 months ago

Whose Job Is It to Boost Employee Wellness?

Workplace wellness initiatives are failing due to misconceptions and skepticism, leading to increased burnout and mental health issues among employees.
Germany news
fromThe Local France
4 months ago

French Alpine village mourns Germanwings crash victims decade on

The Germanwings crash remains a significant tragedy, affecting families and the airline community even after a decade.
Victims included various nationalities, highlighting the global impact of the incident.
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