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A Promise of Security

MD. Moniruzzaman Khan
Green Delta Insurance Co. Ltd.

Although CSR has become a part of operations for a growing number of firms in Bangladesh, Green Delta Insurance Company has taken it a step further through its innovative approach. What started with the launch of the Ami Achi (“I’m here”) campaign on December 16, 2016, is now being developed into a full-scale philanthropic movement. Aligning with the Principles of the United Nations Global Compact as well as the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Ami Achi aims to better the lives of people living below the poverty line while especially focusing on underprivileged children. Sadly, more often than not, these people are ignored, when in reality they need the most attention and care. This groundbreaking innovation of Green Delta plans to change that by working for unfortunate people and providing them with the help and guidance they deserve as human beings. more[...] login_required

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"Coming Together to Tackle Non-Communicable Diseases“

Martin Bernhardt
Ophra Rebiere
Sanofi

Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) such as cancer, cardiovascular diseases, chronic respiratory diseases, diabetes, and mental disorders are the leading causes of death and disability worldwide. NCDs have emerged as a major public health threat over the last few decades and are now at a crisis point. It is estimated that these diseases are responsible for as many as 36 million premature deaths each year. According to the World Health Organization, almost three-quarters of NCD-related deaths occur in low- and middle-income countries, where access to healthcare is limited. more[...]

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Transformers: Age of Development

Marina Ee, Shakalin Energy
Natalia Gonchar, Sakhalin Energy Investment Company
Sakhalin Energy

When the new global strategy Transforming Our World: The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development was introduced to the world in 2015, it quickly became clear to the business community that the time for tacit support was over: Companies are expected to play a significant role in meeting and advancing the Fab 17 – the 17 SDGs. They now face a choice: Either they can sail along or show courage and join efforts with other players to end poverty, protect the planet, and drive peace and prosperity for all. more[...]

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Creating a Smoke-Free World

Miguel Coleta
Philip Morris International

Philip Morris International (PMI) has built the world’s most popular and iconic cigarette brands. Now we’ve made a dramatic decision: We’re building our future on smoke-free products that we believe are a much better choice than cigarettes for adult smokers. more[...]

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Contributing to SDGs by Fulfilling our Social Vision

CSR-Office Manila Doctors Hospital
Manila Doctors Hospital

Since the inception and launching of its Social Vision in 2012, Manila Doctors Hospital has proven that profitability and investing significantly in social responsibility programs can be done harmoniously and productively. more[...]

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Keeping Hope Afloat

MAN SE

Africa Mercy is the world’s largest civilian hospital ship and offers much-needed medical help to thousands of people in developing countries every year. more[...]

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“Sea Hero Quest”

Katja Brösse, Deutsche Telekom
Stavros Mouroutsos
Deutsche Telekom AG

The world’s first mobile game that empowers people around the world to game for good and help scientists fight dementia. more[...]

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Playing Our Part in Addressing the Impact of Climate Change on Health

Sanofi

The year 2015 marked a turning point in the fight against climate change. The signing of the Paris Agreement during COP 21 in December marked an important step in the move toward limiting an increase in global temperatures. This agreement is not just a climate agreement; it is also a major health agreement. Indeed, as the World Health Organization (WHO) points out: “Between 2030 and 2050, climate change is expected to cause approximately 250,000 additional deaths per year, from malnutrition, malaria, and diarrhea to heat stress.” more[...]

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Fighting schistosomiasis in a strong alliance

Nearly 260 million people suffer from the worm disease schistosomiasis – children in Africa in particular are affected. Merck, a leading science and technology company, has been cooperating with the World Health Organization (WHO) in the fight against neglected tropical diseases for years. Now, with the establishment of the Global Schistosomiasis Alliance (GSA ), Merck has expanded this partnership. By bundling the expertise of its members, the GSA aims to effectively fight and eliminate schistosomiasis worldwide. more[...]

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Being one with the global community

Manila Doctors Hospital

2015 proved to be a pivotal year as the global community welcomed the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and participated vigorously during the COP21 in Paris. So many opportunities are now being presented to the business sector to prove that it can be a force for good. As a responsible corporate citizen, the Manila Doctors Hospital (MDH) readily took action in identifying where it can best contribute toward the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals in the Philippines. By choosing to focus on three SDGs, the Corporate Social Responsibility office (CSR) of MDH will allow it to maximize its resources and make a long-term commitment with its partners. more[...]

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We Care – An Interactive App Magazine

Inaluk Schaefer
Deutsche Telekom AG

How can new technologies support us in reducing C02 emissions? How can we protect our personal and business data? And why do we need more cyber security professionals? Deutsche Telekom answers these important societal questions with an application for tablets and smartphones. The “We Care” app offers an educating and entertaining insight into the corporate responsibility activities at Deutsche Telekom. Throughout 2015, several magazinestyle issues are being published, each focusing on a different topic. more[...]

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Paradigm Shift in Vaccines: Our Dengue Vaccine Candidate

Laurent Lhopitallier, Sanofi
Sanofi

Paradigm Shift in Vaccines: Our Dengue Vaccine CandidSanofi Pasteur, the vaccines division of Sanofi, has taken an innovative approach to addressing a disease that affects tropical and subtropical countries, without anticipating a return on investment from high-income countries. For the first time, a new vaccine will have its initial introduction in several middle- and low-income countries – where the need is the greatest. more[...]

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Change Agents Bring Hope and Health to Rural India

Camilla Crone Jensen, Novo Nordisk
Scott Dille, Novo Nordisk
Novo Nordisk

Rural India faces an acute shortage of healthcare professionals. In an innovative initiative called “Addressing the Base of the Pyramid” (BoP), Novo Nordisk A/S teamed up with community partners to bring diabetes services closer to people in remote areas while supporting health activists’ microbusiness. This initiative is now integrated with the Changing Diabetes Barometer® program in Bihar, India, to increase the level of outreach. more[...]

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Zinc for Health

Alannah Cervenko
Teck Resources Limited

Teck launched its Zinc & Health program after learning about the critical link between zinc, human health, and crop nutrition. Today, an innovative partnership is helping to reduce zinc deficiency in both humans and agriculture in China. more[...]

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