Month: February 2024

NEWARK, N.J., February 28, 2024 /3BL/ – The Tri-State Diversity Council (TSDC) announces Dr. Ida G. Jackson Woods, AVP and Chief Diversity Officer of ETS, as its 2024 New Jersey Women in Leadership Symposium Woman of the Year awardee. Woods will be recognized at the annual New Jersey Women in Leadership Symposium (WILS) on Thursday, March 7, 2024 taking place from 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. ET at 2 Riverfront Plaza, Newark, NJ 07102. The 2024 Women in Leadership Symposium theme, “Leading with Heart: Empathy, Ethics & Excellence” is a call to action for women to elevate their impact and drive positive change while exploring their identity, leadership and contributions in workplaces and communities. 

“We are pleased to announce Dr. Ida G. Jackson Woods as our 2024 Woman of the Year Awardee,” said Emily Pfister, Event Programmer for the Tri-State Diversity Council. “She embodies the values of service, advocacy for women’s equity and leadership. Dr. Ida’s focus on enhancing employees’ sense of community and belonging through DEIB showcases how women can lead with heart, empathy and excellence.” 

A U.S. Army veteran, Woods earned her doctorate in education from New York University. She also holds an MBA from Rutgers University and a BA degree in Broadcast Journalism from the University of Mississippi. Woods has also been featured in Essence Magazine, Diverse Woman Magazine’s “Elite 100” list and will be featured in Diverse Issues in Higher Education Magazine, as part of their recognition of the Top 40 leaders impacting the academy. Woods will also receive the Greater United Way of Mercer County, United in Impact Advocate Award for championing equity and inclusion in her daily life.

“The Women in Leadership Symposium highlights the legacy of excellence and advocacy for women’s equity in workplaces and communities,” said Anika Rahman, CEO of the National Diversity Council. “We invite you to join us for the New Jersey Women in Leadership Symposium as we lead with heart!”

The conference will feature moderator, Keti Mehta, Senior Vice President, Gallagher and panelists, Joanne Ciulla, Professor of Leadership Ethics and Director of the Institute for Ethical Leadership, Rutgers Business School; Evelyn Espinal, Global Head Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion, Unilever; Megan Lee, Chairwoman and CEO, Panasonic; Kathleen O’Driscoll, Vice President Human Resources – Global Benefits, Wellbeing and HR Policy, Cognizant; and Diane Waller. Senior Vice President, Bank of America.

The Tri-State Diversity Council will also partner with Dress for Success and attendees are encouraged to donate gently used or new blazers, pantsuits and jewelry at the event. The event sponsors include Panasonic, Brach Eichler, Gibbons P.C., New Jersey Resources, South Jersey Industries (SJI) and Wyndham Hotels and Resorts, Inc. To learn more information  about the event visit https://ndc-wilsymposium.org/locations/2024-symposiums/2024-new-jersey/ or for sponsorship opportunities, please contact Emily Pfister at  emily.pfister@nationaldiversitycouncil.org.

About the National Diversity Council

The National Diversity Council (NDC) is a 501 (c) (3) organization dedicated to being both a resource and an advocate for the value of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging (DEIB). Through our nationwide affiliates, events and learning and consulting, the NDC helps organizations create pathways that develop a more inclusive workplace, community and environment. For more information about the National Diversity Council, please visit www.nationaldiversitycouncil.org.

About the Tri-State Diversity Council 

The Tri-State Diversity Council (TSDC), a state affiliate of the National Diversity Council, is committed to fostering diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. Through various events and programs, the TSDC serves as a resource for DEIB best practices and leadership development in the Tri-State region. For more information about the Tri-State Diversity Council, please visit https://tristatediversitycouncil.org/. 

Media Contact: Kamaria Monmouth
Sr. Communications Specialist
National Diversity Council 
kamaria.monmouth@nationaldiversitycouncil.org

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NEWARK, N.J., February 28, 2024 /3BL/ – The Tri-State Diversity Council (TSDC) announces Dr. Ida G. Jackson Woods, AVP and Chief Diversity Officer of ETS, as its 2024 New Jersey Women in Leadership Symposium Woman of the Year awardee. Woods will be recognized at the annual New Jersey Women in Leadership Symposium (WILS) on Thursday, March 7, 2024 taking place from 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. ET at 2 Riverfront Plaza, Newark, NJ 07102. The 2024 Women in Leadership Symposium theme, “Leading with Heart: Empathy, Ethics & Excellence” is a call to action for women to elevate their impact and drive positive change while exploring their identity, leadership and contributions in workplaces and communities. 

“We are pleased to announce Dr. Ida G. Jackson Woods as our 2024 Woman of the Year Awardee,” said Emily Pfister, Event Programmer for the Tri-State Diversity Council. “She embodies the values of service, advocacy for women’s equity and leadership. Dr. Ida’s focus on enhancing employees’ sense of community and belonging through DEIB showcases how women can lead with heart, empathy and excellence.” 

A U.S. Army veteran, Woods earned her doctorate in education from New York University. She also holds an MBA from Rutgers University and a BA degree in Broadcast Journalism from the University of Mississippi. Woods has also been featured in Essence Magazine, Diverse Woman Magazine’s “Elite 100” list and will be featured in Diverse Issues in Higher Education Magazine, as part of their recognition of the Top 40 leaders impacting the academy. Woods will also receive the Greater United Way of Mercer County, United in Impact Advocate Award for championing equity and inclusion in her daily life.

“The Women in Leadership Symposium highlights the legacy of excellence and advocacy for women’s equity in workplaces and communities,” said Anika Rahman, CEO of the National Diversity Council. “We invite you to join us for the New Jersey Women in Leadership Symposium as we lead with heart!”

The conference will feature moderator, Keti Mehta, Senior Vice President, Gallagher and panelists, Joanne Ciulla, Professor of Leadership Ethics and Director of the Institute for Ethical Leadership, Rutgers Business School; Evelyn Espinal, Global Head Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion, Unilever; Megan Lee, Chairwoman and CEO, Panasonic; Kathleen O’Driscoll, Vice President Human Resources – Global Benefits, Wellbeing and HR Policy, Cognizant; and Diane Waller. Senior Vice President, Bank of America.

The Tri-State Diversity Council will also partner with Dress for Success and attendees are encouraged to donate gently used or new blazers, pantsuits and jewelry at the event. The event sponsors include Panasonic, Brach Eichler, Gibbons P.C., New Jersey Resources, South Jersey Industries (SJI) and Wyndham Hotels and Resorts, Inc. To learn more information  about the event visit https://ndc-wilsymposium.org/locations/2024-symposiums/2024-new-jersey/ or for sponsorship opportunities, please contact Emily Pfister at  emily.pfister@nationaldiversitycouncil.org.

About the National Diversity Council

The National Diversity Council (NDC) is a 501 (c) (3) organization dedicated to being both a resource and an advocate for the value of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging (DEIB). Through our nationwide affiliates, events and learning and consulting, the NDC helps organizations create pathways that develop a more inclusive workplace, community and environment. For more information about the National Diversity Council, please visit www.nationaldiversitycouncil.org.

About the Tri-State Diversity Council 

The Tri-State Diversity Council (TSDC), a state affiliate of the National Diversity Council, is committed to fostering diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. Through various events and programs, the TSDC serves as a resource for DEIB best practices and leadership development in the Tri-State region. For more information about the Tri-State Diversity Council, please visit https://tristatediversitycouncil.org/. 

Media Contact: Kamaria Monmouth
Sr. Communications Specialist
National Diversity Council 
kamaria.monmouth@nationaldiversitycouncil.org

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February 28, 2024 /3BL/ – The Healthcare Plastics Recycling Council (HPRC) announced today the release of its Guiding Principles on Advanced Recycling, marking a significant stride in its ongoing efforts to evaluate applicability and effectiveness of advanced recycling technologies in creating a circular plastics economy for the healthcare industry. The document outlines HPRC’s precepts regarding the use of advanced recycling technologies for healthcare plastics and encompasses topics such as the most efficient use of technology, environment and human health safeguards, claims and chain of custody, complementary relationship with mechanical recycling, and circular enablement.

“While plastics play a pivotal role in modern healthcare, the exponential growth of plastic waste poses environmental challenges,” says Peylina Chu, HPRC Executive Director. “Since 2020, HPRC has been exploring different advanced recycling technologies – including purification, decomposition, and conversion – to educate ourselves and to determine if advanced recycling can assist in creating a circular economy for healthcare plastics, namely flexible and multi-laminate plastics that are not ideal for mechanical recycling processes.”

The document delineates five guiding principles when considering the use of advanced recycling technologies for healthcare plastics:

Utilize the Most Efficient Technology with Reduced Carbon Footprint: Prioritize technologies that minimize greenhouse gas emissions and enhance sustainability throughout the plastic lifecycle.Prioritize Human Safety and Safeguard Nature: Ensure that advanced recycling processes uphold the highest standards of safety for healthcare workers, patients, adjacent communities, and the environment.Ensure Truthful Claims Supported by a Chain of Custody: Uphold integrity and transparency by substantiating claims with robust data and adhering to rigorous tracking and verification protocols.Complement Mechanical Recycling: Advanced recycling should complement existing mechanical recycling systems, focusing on plastics that pose challenges for traditional recycling methods.Promote Material-to-Material Recycling for Circularity: Advocate for material-to-material recycling processes to foster circularity in healthcare plastics and reduce reliance on virgin resources.

“Based on where we are today with our research and testing, we see transformative potential for advanced recycling to offer a viable solution for recycling healthcare plastics that would otherwise be destined for landfills or incineration. Additionally, these advanced recycling technologies present an opportunity to support a circular economy for healthcare plastics, reduce reliance on virgin plastic made from fossil fuels, and mitigate greenhouse gas emissions,” concludes Peylina Chu, HPRC Executive Director.

For more information and to access the full guiding principles document, visit: https://www.hprc.org/advanced-recycling-guiding-principles

About HPRC

HPRC is a private technical coalition of industry peers across manufacturing, healthcare, and recycling industries seeking to improve the recyclability of plastic products within healthcare. Made up of brand-leading and globally recognized members, HPRC explores ways to enhance the economics, efficiency, and ultimately the quality and quantity of healthcare plastics collected for recycling in support of a circular plastics economy. HPRC is active across the United States and Europe working with key stakeholders, identifying opportunities for collaboration, and participating in industry events and forums. For more information, visit www.hprc.org and follow HPRC on LinkedIn.