Human Rights

This means that the Intel computer chips that power the device won’t use materials that came from slave labor. You’ve probably heard of Blood Diamonds, diamonds that come from war-torn areas in Africa and mines run by warlords known for horrific human rights abuses. But did you know that many of the consumer electronic devices …

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AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) urges UN Secretary-General Antnio Guterres to immediately dismiss Michel Sidib from his position as Executive Director of the Joint United Nations Programme on HIV and AIDS (UNAIDS). The Program Coordinating Board’s inaction to remove Sidib during this week’s meeting in Geneva is deplorable and an insult to staff who have been …

AHF Calls on UN Secretary-General to Dismiss UNAIDS Chief Read More »

“John Deere expects to achieve near-record earnings for the full year and the company is well-positioned to deliver solid financial results throughout the business cycle,” Allen said. “We’re confident our extensive investments in new products and markets, coupled with a tight rein on costs and assets, will keep the company on a sound financial footing …

Deere Announces Second-Quarter Earnings of $981 Million Read More »

Guest speaker Mr. Nat Nehdar, Pasadena Human Relations Commissioner, voted Pasadena Citizen of the Year in 2005 and again in 2015, gave details of how traffickers establish an online relationship using social media to lure victims. He gave an account of a local girl who fell victim to a scheme: a would-be “employer” had her …

Human Rights Education to Protect Against Human Trafficking Read More »

The desire to heal those for whom his father prayed inspired a life’s devotion to do the same through medicine. Mukwege, 59, a deeply committed physician and human rights activist, has worked tirelessly with and for women who have suffered excruciatingly traumatic and violent attacks in the name of war. Panzi has become a beacon …

CWRUs Inamori International Center selects human rights activist Dr. Denis Mukwege for 2014 Inamori Prize for Ethics Read More »

Economic difficulties prompted the government to adopt a range of fiscal measures to raise revenue, including a short-term imposition of a 10% tax on telecom services. Similarly, the economic difficulties, compounded by a range of regulatory measures, saw a steady fall in telecom market revenue for a number of years although not all markets were …

Serbia Telecoms, Mobile and Broadband Market Growth Analysis, Challenges and Industry Key Players – Telekom Serbia, VIP Mobile, Telenor Serbia – 2019-2025 Read More »

The organizations were each selected carefully to tie into an element of Liberator’s mission. The Sierra Club’s environmental endeavors were an inspiration for Liberator’s unique vacuum-compression packaging, which reduces environmental impact by significantly decreasing the shipping space and packaging materials needed for delivery. With all products crafted exclusively in the USA, Liberator is also hugely …

Liberator, Inc. Launches Take Heart Project for Charity Read More »

The event, the first of this speaker series, features Dr. Titus’ presentation on the wellness benefits of cannabis and cannabidiol (CBD) and will conclude with a Q&A opportunity for attendees to learn more on the topic. Joyworks is a socially conscious lifestyle brand with the mission to help people choose joy and lead a life …

Medical Marijuana, Inc. CEO a Featured Speaker at Joyworks Wonders Speaker Series in San Diego Read More »

preLaw magazine rated John Marshall’s Alternative Dispute Resolution program among the top 10 in the country and the law school’s International Law program among the top 20. “We are pleased to receive continued recognition for our curriculum and programs,” said Dean Darby Dickerson. “Our law school prepares ours students to be practice-ready and provide them …

John Marshalls International Law and ADR Programs Rated Among the Best in the Country Read More »

BENTON HARBOR, Mich., February 17, 2017 /3BL Media/ — Today, Fortune Magazine named Whirlpool Corporation one of the World’s Most Admired Companies for the seventh consecutive year, recognizing the company’s excellent reputation among corporate stakeholders. “We’re extremely proud of being recognized again on this prestigious list,” said Jeff Fettig, Chairman and CEO of Whirlpool Corporation. …

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This image shows global hotspots of likely transshipments between refrigerated cargo vessels and the largest commercial fishing vessels from 2012 to 2016. (Graphic: Business Wire) Transshipping enables fishing vessels to remain at sea for extended periods of time. Fishing vessels and refrigerated cargo vessels rendezvous at sea in order to transfer seafood, fuel or supplies. …

Oceana Report Exposes Thousands of Suspected Vessel Rendezvous at Sea Read More »

The Code focuses on topics important to theWendy’sbrand and its customers, including: The Company will now add approximately 100 additional suppliers to be covered by the Code, including all U.S. and Canadian contracts managed by QSCC, and suppliers that provide a significant stream of goods or services to The Wendy’s Company on an annual basis. …

The Wendys Company Enhances and Expands Supplier Code of Conduct Read More »

Toronto – March 8, 2017 – Representatives of Ring the Bell for Gender Equality partners, including Women in ETFs Canadian Chapter Co-Head, Deborah Frame, joined Jos Schmitt – President and CEO, Aequitas NEO Exchange Inc., to open the NEO Exchange in celebration of International Women’s Day 2017. The Honourable Charles Sousa – Ontario’s Minister of …

Stock Exchange Bells Ring Around the World in Support of Gender Equality Read More »

AT&T-branded handsets such as feature phones, smartphones and tablets that enter its pipeline in 2015 will receive a one to five star eco-rating based on Eco-Rating 2.0 criteria. Devices rated under these new criteria are expected to enter the marketplace in the first half of 2015. “Our new eco-rating system empowers consumers to make better …

AT&T Expands Eco-Ratings to Include Tablets and Social Factors in Rating Criteria Read More »

The law was originally intended to curb one of the largest, most active immigrant smuggling hubs in the nation. Maricopa County Sheriff Joe Arpaio relied on the law to use racial profiling in his well-publicized crackdown on undocumented immigrants, which set off a tidal wave of human rights lawsuits. When the 2005 law was partnered …

When State and Federal Immigration Laws Conflict, Something Has to Give Read More »

The United States Government Accountability Office (GAO) conducted a study, Stakeholder Options for Responsible Sourcing Are expanding, but More Information on Smelters is Needed. In 2011, in response to the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act, the Department of State and the U.S. Agency for International Development set out to create a strategy …

Government Accountability Office Reports More Information on Smelters is Needed Read More »

New York, NY (PRWEB) January 28, 2015 In his recent State of the Union address, President Obama spoke about the United States taking a support role in combating terrorism. In the same way the United States will partner with nations and their security forces to “deny safe haven to terrorists who threaten America,” the AHA …

Women are Key to Fighting Radical Extremism and Terrorism: A Response to President Obamas State of the Union Address Read More »

New York, NY (PRWEB) November 18, 2014 “refrain from serving or selling Coca-Cola products at its offices…at any venue for its events, meetings conferences and conventions; and ‘recommend to all its affiliates that they not serve or sell Coca-Cola products at their offices and…at venues for their events; and ‘encourage them to participate in campaigns …

1.6 Million-Member American Federation of Teachers Bans Coca-Cola Products Citing Child Labor and Human Rights Record Read More »

WASHINGTON, DC–(Marketwired – November 19, 2014) – King & Spalding earned a top score of 100 percent in the Corporate Equality Index 2015, a report card on lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) equality in corporate America. King & Spalding scored a maximum rating in all nine categories, earning the coveted distinction of “Best Places …

King & Spalding Ranked Among Best Places to Work for LGBT Equality Read More »

The 2015 CEI rated 971 businesses in the report, which evaluates LGBT-related policies and practices including non-discrimination workplace protections, domestic partner benefits, transgender-inclusive health care benefits, competency programs, and public engagement with the LGBT community. Diageo’s efforts in satisfying all of the CEI’s criteria resulted in a 100 percent ranking and the designation as a …

Diageo Recognized by Human Rights Campaign as ‘Best Place to Work for LGBT Equality’ for Seventh Year in a Row Read More »

Safeway surpassed our goal to source 1 million pounds of responsibly produced palm oil in 2014 by sourcing over 2.6 million pounds of responsible palm oil as of October 1st.We also set a new goal for 2015. The oil squeezed out of oil palm fruit is used in many different products and it comes from …

Safeway Surpasses Sustainable Palm Oil Goal Early Read More »

“Even with a significant decline in sales and a continued pullback in the global agricultural sector, John Deere expects to remain solidly profitable in 2015,” Allen said. “The company’s earnings forecast reflects the impact of our efforts to establish a more resilient business model and it represents a level of performance much better than we’ve …

Deere Announces Fourth-Quarter Earnings of $649 Million Read More »

“As a firm, we have continued to develop programs and initiatives that create and promote an inclusive environment for all,” stated Gene Raffone, Executive Director and Chief Human Capital Officer at Navigant. “We’re honored by the continued recognition by the Corporate Equality Index for our efforts on behalf of the LGBT community. We are committed …

Navigant”s Continued Investment in Promoting Diversity & Inclusion Leads to Sixth Consecutive Perfect Score on Corporate Equality Index Read More »

The Bakken Invitation Award recognizes outstanding contributions of service, volunteerism, and leadership. Every year, Bakken Invitation Honorees nominate charities of their choice to each receive a $20,000 grant from Medtronic Philanthropy. The honorees also travel to Hawaii in 2015 for a community service and celebration event where they meet Medtronic co-founder and program inspiration, Earl …

The Bakken Invitation Announces 2014 Honorees: 10 Inspiring People Who Live On and Give On Read More »

TORONTO, ONTARIO — (Marketwired) — 12/11/14 — The Ontario Human Rights Commission (OHRC) has issued a statement regarding a recruitment program run by the federal government, in the wake of data pointing to the systemic exclusion of hiring women. The Seasonal Agricultural Workers Program (SAWP), administered by the federal government, brings more than 18,000 seasonal …

Ontario Human Rights Commission Warns Gender Discrimination in Migrant Recruitment a Human Rights Violation Read More »

“First, I am concerned that normalizing diplomatic ties without addressing Castro’s horrendous human rights record serves as a defacto endorsement for one of the most oppressive regimes in recent history. As a result of Castro’s totalitarian rule, millions live in poverty, thousands lie in prisons, and many have lost their lives. In addition, the God-given …

Statement by Dr. Samuel Rodriguez, President National Hispanic Christian Leadership Conference (NHCLC) / CONELA Regarding President Obamas announced plans to normalize diplomatic relations with Cuba and ease economic restrictions on the nation Read More »

Washington, D.C. (PRWEB) September 19, 2014 “Thank you all for joining us today. I’m Ellen Tauscher, former Member of the U.S. Congress and Independent Chair of the Alliance for Bangladesh Worker Safety-a position I’ve had the honor of holding since last August, shortly after the Alliance was established. Today’s event marks an important milestone-and a …

New Findings of Independent Review of Alliance for Bangladesh Worker Safety Indicate Major Progress in Efforts to Improve Safety in Bangladesh Garment Factories Read More »

The comprehensive sourcing policy details the requirements to which all suppliers in the company’s palm oil supply chain will be held accountable. In addition to provisions that protect against deforestation, preserve native species’ habitats and protect the environment, the new sourcing policy also provides details on labor and human rights protections and the inclusion of …

Hershey Announces Enhanced Palm Oil Sourcing Policy Read More »

Rael said the only possible explanation for such an extreme lack of proportional representation is “Western imperialism and colonialism”! “This situation is totally unacceptable,” he said. He then drew a parallel between the non-proportional representation on the Security Council and the U.N.’s continued failure to replace the Christian calendar with a secular one. “Unless the …

Rael supports request by Indias Modi for U.N. Security Council reform Read More »

The institutionalization and segregation of people with disabilities is one of the great human rights challenges of our time. Women and girls with disabilities are at especially great risk of social and economic exclusion because of both their gender and their disability. Between discriminatory laws and practices, as well as stigmatizing attitudes and beliefs, there …

Include Women: The Social and Financial Inclusion of Women and Girls with Disabilities Read More »