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VANCOUVER, British Columbia, June 5th, 2024 /3BL/ – DP World, a global leader in supply chain solutions, announces it has received the prestigious 2023 Blue Circle Award for Energy Action. Presented by the Vancouver Fraser Port Authority (VFPA), the award recognizes DP World’s commitment and dedication to reducing the environmental footprint of its terminal operations at the Port of Vancouver.

The VFPA’s annual Blue Circle Awards recognize shipping and cruise companies, and terminal and marine operators who make outstanding commitments to port sustainability, and show leadership around reducing emissions and underwater noise, and energy conservation. Award winners are those with exceptional participation in the port authority’s Energy Action and EcoAction programs, which encourage port operators and customers to pursue sustainability and show environmental leadership. The Energy Action category recognizes port terminals and tenants that develop comprehensive energy management plans, adopt energy-efficient measures, and implement energy-conservation practices.

Doug Smith, CEO of DP World in Canada, said: “Receiving the 2023 Blue Circle Award underscores DP World’s steadfast commitment to environmental stewardship and sustainability. We are proud to play our part in reducing the environmental impact of port operations and contributing to a greener, more sustainable future for the Port of Vancouver and beyond.”

Peter Xotta, President and CEO of Vancouver Fraser Port Authority, said: “We are proud to honour DP World Vancouver and other esteemed recipients for the remarkable strides they’ve taken mitigating and reducing the environmental impacts, emissions, and energy consumption of Canada’s trade. Congratulations to all Blue Circle Award recipients for showing leadership and commitment when it comes to integrating sustainability into their operations.”

DP World is joined by fellow Energy Action Program recipients Cascadia Port Management Corporation, Viterra Pacific Elevators, GCT Canada, Seaspan Shipyards, and Pure Industrial. The Blue Circle Awards were formally presented at a Customer Recognition and Blue Circle Award Reception held on Tuesday, June 4, 2024.

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DP World Americas Media Contact:

Melina Vissat, Head of Communications 
M: (+1) 704-605-6159 
E: melina.vissat@dpworld.com

About DP World 

Trade is the lifeblood of the global economy, creating opportunities and improving the quality of life for people around the world. DP World exists to make the world’s trade flow better, changing what’s possible for the customers and communities we serve globally.

With a dedicated, diverse and professional team of more than 108,100 employees from 161 nationalities, spanning 74 countries on six continents, DP World is pushing trade further and faster towards a seamless supply chain that’s fit for the future.

We’re rapidly transforming and integrating our businesses — Ports and Terminals, Marine Services, Logistics and Technology – and uniting our global infrastructure with local expertise to create stronger, more efficient end-to-end supply chain solutions that can change the way the world trades.

What’s more, we’re reshaping the future by investing in innovation. From intelligent delivery systems to automated warehouse stacking, we’re at the cutting edge of disruptive technology, pushing the sector towards better ways to trade, minimising disruptions from the factory floor to the customer’s door.

WE MAKE TRADE FLOW 

TO CHANGE WHAT’S POSSIBLE FOR EVERYONE.

A Quest for Health Equity (Q4HE) grantee, Healthy NewsWorks has been empowering elementary and middle school students since 2003 to become researchers, writers, and confident communicators who advance health understanding and literacy through their factual publications and digital media. Its program teaches student health journalists how to ask questions, identify factual information, write accurately, think critically, and share what they’ve learned. Their work is published in health-focused newspapers, magazines, and digital media that are distributed in their schools and communities, and on a health-focused website for all to access.

“I loved every minute I spent with these students,” said Karen, who lives in the Philadelphia area. “They were excited for the interview, interested in understanding how they might be able to make a positive impact, and asked good questions because they care about a healthy planet and community.”

Karen explained Quest’s dedicated approach to environmental sustainability and climate action, waste reduction, and water stewardship efforts. For example, Quest is committed to reducing single-use plastic waste and using specimen cups and stool containers containing less plastic, which reduced plastic waste by 105 standard tons in 2022 alone.

Karen also talked about the continuous improvement needed in all sustainability programs and engagement with employees. Karen encouraged the students to take on their own classroom sustainability project.

Based on the interview, the students decided to develop a “Look in Your Lunchbox” sustainability project to reduce waste from their school cafeteria. The students also want to analyze environmental impact based on packaging and whether certain foods could be composted.

“Sustainability is a complicated topic, so each question gave me the opportunity to share more information around different sustainability areas—and in turn ask the students for their ideas,” said Karen. “I hope the students take away that there are many ways to make a positive environmental impact, and small steps add up to big changes.”

Karen’s full interview will be featured in the fall edition of For Kids, By Kids magazine, written by the Healthy NewsWorks student reporters.

In the meantime, you can check out the spring edition, featuring a foreword by Quest for Health Equity Executive Director Michael Floyd: Spring 2024 Magazine | Healthy NewsWorks.

For more information about Quest’s commitment to environmental sustainability and our climate action, waste reduction, and water stewardship efforts, please read our 2022 Corporate Responsibility Report.

A Quest for Health Equity (Q4HE) grantee, Healthy NewsWorks has been empowering elementary and middle school students since 2003 to become researchers, writers, and confident communicators who advance health understanding and literacy through their factual publications and digital media. Its program teaches student health journalists how to ask questions, identify factual information, write accurately, think critically, and share what they’ve learned. Their work is published in health-focused newspapers, magazines, and digital media that are distributed in their schools and communities, and on a health-focused website for all to access.

“I loved every minute I spent with these students,” said Karen, who lives in the Philadelphia area. “They were excited for the interview, interested in understanding how they might be able to make a positive impact, and asked good questions because they care about a healthy planet and community.”

Karen explained Quest’s dedicated approach to environmental sustainability and climate action, waste reduction, and water stewardship efforts. For example, Quest is committed to reducing single-use plastic waste and using specimen cups and stool containers containing less plastic, which reduced plastic waste by 105 standard tons in 2022 alone.

Karen also talked about the continuous improvement needed in all sustainability programs and engagement with employees. Karen encouraged the students to take on their own classroom sustainability project.

Based on the interview, the students decided to develop a “Look in Your Lunchbox” sustainability project to reduce waste from their school cafeteria. The students also want to analyze environmental impact based on packaging and whether certain foods could be composted.

“Sustainability is a complicated topic, so each question gave me the opportunity to share more information around different sustainability areas—and in turn ask the students for their ideas,” said Karen. “I hope the students take away that there are many ways to make a positive environmental impact, and small steps add up to big changes.”

Karen’s full interview will be featured in the fall edition of For Kids, By Kids magazine, written by the Healthy NewsWorks student reporters.

In the meantime, you can check out the spring edition, featuring a foreword by Quest for Health Equity Executive Director Michael Floyd: Spring 2024 Magazine | Healthy NewsWorks.

For more information about Quest’s commitment to environmental sustainability and our climate action, waste reduction, and water stewardship efforts, please read our 2022 Corporate Responsibility Report.

A Quest for Health Equity (Q4HE) grantee, Healthy NewsWorks has been empowering elementary and middle school students since 2003 to become researchers, writers, and confident communicators who advance health understanding and literacy through their factual publications and digital media. Its program teaches student health journalists how to ask questions, identify factual information, write accurately, think critically, and share what they’ve learned. Their work is published in health-focused newspapers, magazines, and digital media that are distributed in their schools and communities, and on a health-focused website for all to access.

“I loved every minute I spent with these students,” said Karen, who lives in the Philadelphia area. “They were excited for the interview, interested in understanding how they might be able to make a positive impact, and asked good questions because they care about a healthy planet and community.”

Karen explained Quest’s dedicated approach to environmental sustainability and climate action, waste reduction, and water stewardship efforts. For example, Quest is committed to reducing single-use plastic waste and using specimen cups and stool containers containing less plastic, which reduced plastic waste by 105 standard tons in 2022 alone.

Karen also talked about the continuous improvement needed in all sustainability programs and engagement with employees. Karen encouraged the students to take on their own classroom sustainability project.

Based on the interview, the students decided to develop a “Look in Your Lunchbox” sustainability project to reduce waste from their school cafeteria. The students also want to analyze environmental impact based on packaging and whether certain foods could be composted.

“Sustainability is a complicated topic, so each question gave me the opportunity to share more information around different sustainability areas—and in turn ask the students for their ideas,” said Karen. “I hope the students take away that there are many ways to make a positive environmental impact, and small steps add up to big changes.”

Karen’s full interview will be featured in the fall edition of For Kids, By Kids magazine, written by the Healthy NewsWorks student reporters.

In the meantime, you can check out the spring edition, featuring a foreword by Quest for Health Equity Executive Director Michael Floyd: Spring 2024 Magazine | Healthy NewsWorks.

For more information about Quest’s commitment to environmental sustainability and our climate action, waste reduction, and water stewardship efforts, please read our 2022 Corporate Responsibility Report.

A Quest for Health Equity (Q4HE) grantee, Healthy NewsWorks has been empowering elementary and middle school students since 2003 to become researchers, writers, and confident communicators who advance health understanding and literacy through their factual publications and digital media. Its program teaches student health journalists how to ask questions, identify factual information, write accurately, think critically, and share what they’ve learned. Their work is published in health-focused newspapers, magazines, and digital media that are distributed in their schools and communities, and on a health-focused website for all to access.

“I loved every minute I spent with these students,” said Karen, who lives in the Philadelphia area. “They were excited for the interview, interested in understanding how they might be able to make a positive impact, and asked good questions because they care about a healthy planet and community.”

Karen explained Quest’s dedicated approach to environmental sustainability and climate action, waste reduction, and water stewardship efforts. For example, Quest is committed to reducing single-use plastic waste and using specimen cups and stool containers containing less plastic, which reduced plastic waste by 105 standard tons in 2022 alone.

Karen also talked about the continuous improvement needed in all sustainability programs and engagement with employees. Karen encouraged the students to take on their own classroom sustainability project.

Based on the interview, the students decided to develop a “Look in Your Lunchbox” sustainability project to reduce waste from their school cafeteria. The students also want to analyze environmental impact based on packaging and whether certain foods could be composted.

“Sustainability is a complicated topic, so each question gave me the opportunity to share more information around different sustainability areas—and in turn ask the students for their ideas,” said Karen. “I hope the students take away that there are many ways to make a positive environmental impact, and small steps add up to big changes.”

Karen’s full interview will be featured in the fall edition of For Kids, By Kids magazine, written by the Healthy NewsWorks student reporters.

In the meantime, you can check out the spring edition, featuring a foreword by Quest for Health Equity Executive Director Michael Floyd: Spring 2024 Magazine | Healthy NewsWorks.

For more information about Quest’s commitment to environmental sustainability and our climate action, waste reduction, and water stewardship efforts, please read our 2022 Corporate Responsibility Report.

With a longstanding commitment to sustainability, leading apparel manufacturer Gildan has had an ESG journey spanning two decades. This World Environment Day, we sat down with the leaders comprising Gildan’s ESG Steering Committee, tasked with implementing and executing the Next Generation ESG strategy. As part of this strategy, Gildan pledged to make meaningful advancements against 12 goals under five areas of focus, each chaired by key leaders across the organization:

Climate, Energy, and WaterCircularityHuman Capital ManagementLong-term Value CreationTransparency and Disclosure

Today, leaders of the five working groups share, in their own words, what sustainability means to them and how they are contributing to a more sustainable future through their work at Gildan. Here’s what they had to say:

Peter Iliopoulos, Senior Vice-President of Taxation, Sustainability, and Governmental Affairs

As the head of ESG across the entire organization, Peter Iliopoulos is responsible for providing strategic direction over the Company’s ESG approach, providing governance and guidance as a facilitator and integrator of ESG across the business. Additionally, Peter oversees the Transparency and Disclosure area of focus, driving Gildan’s goals of transparently sharing its ESG progress and journey with stakeholders.  

“My work involves bringing together different functional groups within our organization, challenging them to work towards our ambitious goals that are aligned with our values, and communicating our progress transparently with our stakeholders. It is incredibly inspiring to work with passionate teams and colleagues who are always looking forward, and consistently bringing to life various initiatives to support our goals and encourage sustainability across our business.” – Peter Iliopoulos 

Claudia Sandoval, Vice-President of Global Social Compliance and Environmental Affairs

Claudia Sandoval has been with Gildan since 2004, the same year Gildan began its public disclosure journey. Having seen the Company’s ESG efforts grow and evolve, Claudia now oversees ESG under Peter Iliopoulos’s leadership. She also chairs the Long-term Value Creation area of focus and is responsible for pushing Gildan’s goal of contributing to value-driven community projects in the regions where we operate.  

“I am honoured to be part of a company that embarked on its sustainability journey years ago. Being in Honduras, at the heart of our largest textile manufacturing complex, where so many of our sustainability initiatives come to life, I have had the opportunity to see our impact on thousands of people and communities through influential partnerships and collaborations with community organizations. It is fulfilling to know that the harmonious co-existence of businesses, nature, and communities contribute to a sustainable future.” – Claudia Sandoval

Juan Carlos Contreras, Senior Vice-President of Manufacturing and Carlos Duran, Vice-President of Project Engineering

Juan Carlos Contreras and Carlos Duran oversee the Climate, Energy, and Water area of focus to help achieve Gildan’s goals of reducing its carbon emissions and water intensity.  

“In addition to underscoring one of Gildan’s core values, ‘We Operate Responsibly,’ sustainability encourages continued dedication to the environment, a commitment shared by all of us at Gildan. Even before the term “ESG” came into the limelight, we were actively investing in water conservation projects since 2001, measuring our GHG emissions since 2006, and reporting on our environmental efforts since 2004. It is rewarding to be part of a Company that is always looking ahead while staying true to its commitment of operating sustainably.” – Juan Carlos Contreras 

“Every day, my work serves as a reminder of our collective responsibility to preserve natural resources and address climate change. By supporting Gildan’s ESG goals through implementing energy efficient designs, optimizing our production process, and reducing our consumption of resources, I find it fulfilling to see the tangible impact of our work on the environment, in people’s lives, and in our communities.” – Carlos Duran 

Israel Salinas, Senior Vice-President of Global Supply Chain (SMD), and Kevin Freeman, Vice-President of Product Development and Merchandising

Israel Salinas and Kevin Freeman chair the Circularity area of focus, leading the Company’s efforts to reduce its impact on the environment through sustainable sourcing of raw materials and waste management.  

“The crux of my work involves optimizing our processes and integrating sustainability in our operations. But what I find most rewarding is bringing together a group of wonderful people who truly care about sustainability and make an effort to embed it into their daily lives. For my team and I, sustainability is not just a target but a fundamental belief that drives our every action, helping us move forward to transform this belief into reality.” – Israel Salinas

“The favourite part of my role is creating what I like to call ‘evergreen products,’ or products that have long shelf lives. Our teams at Gildan are always looking for innovative ways to formulate sustainable manufacturing processes, ultimately creating more durable, comfortable, and better-fitting t-shirts. Making products which can be used for long periods of time benefits our customers and also delays these products’ end-of-life stage by keeping them out of landfills.” – Kevin Freeman

Esther Hackett, Vice-President of Human Resources

Esther Hackett leads the Human Capital Management area of focus, overseeing the Company’s health and safety and gender parity targets.  

“In my work, I have focused on fostering a space where employees feel safe to engage and contribute to the Company’s goals, something which has allowed us to garner their support in pushing our sustainability journey even further. The best part of my work is to promote Gildan’s ESG efforts among our employees and facilitate the protection and creation of resources that can promote the well-being of people, while ensuring the continuity of generations to come.” – Esther Hackett

To learn more about Gildan’s Next Generation ESG strategy and goals, click here. 

Originally published by TriplePundit

Finding common ground is inherent to human nature. It’s how we establish rapport, make meaningful connections, and relate to one another each and every day. Encouraging individuals’ diverse perspectives and embracing their unique experiences should be at the center of any successful business. People are increasingly looking for a genuine community built on a foundation of respect, shared ideals, values, genuine connection and, ultimately, a sense of belonging.

The challenge, especially as companies work to reach pre-pandemic levels of productivity, is that many employees feel excluded at work. This can be especially true for those from marginalized communities. In the 2023 Belonging Barometer from EY, 41 percent of workers said the workplace is where they feel the greatest sense of belonging, but 75 percent said they’ve felt excluded there. In addition, more than half reported feeling reluctant to share dimensions of their identity while at work for fear it could hold them back professionally. While this can sound disheartening, it points to an incredible opportunity for businesses to build workplace communities that ensure all belong.

Fostering that sense of community is a core element of the Subaru Love Promise – the Subaru commitment to show love and respect to all people at every interaction, including our workplaces. While we often talk about the impact we make on the communities around us, the Love Promise begins at home within our own walls and with our own employees. For us, that means fostering an inclusive workplace where people feel they can bring their authentic selves to work. It is important that we create an environment that values diversity and inclusion, where our employees feel celebrated and valued for their diverse backgrounds and unique perspectives. Toward this goal, we support employees to voluntarily organize and participate in groups to recognize, embrace, and leverage the richness of their backgrounds, experiences, and outlooks.

This commitment to our employees has come to life in several ways, most notably through our employee resource groups (ERGs). While we have our eye on growing ERGs further, we currently have five: Black and Latino Employee Network for Diversity at Subaru (BLENDS); Evolve, which focuses on access to physical and social wellness for all; Out + Ally, a network of LGBTQ+ employees and allies; Subaru Armed Forces Resource Group for Employees (SARGE); and Subaru Women’s Network.

We established ERGs as an opportunity for employees from historically marginalized groups to organize and create safe spaces to connect, educate, and become champions for the unique needs of underrepresented groups within the company. In the spirit of inclusivity, the ERGs are open to all. Employees can receive peer support, explore leadership and volunteer opportunities, and actively help us work toward the bigger goal of cultivating a more inclusive workplace. We believe there is something in it for everyone, whether you personally identify with one of the groups or not.

At Subaru, we see ERGs as an integral part of our culture, and we treat them that way. We invest time and resources to ensure they are set up for success. That means providing a framework for each group with structure, clearly defined operating processes, strategic goals, and financial support.

Each group has two employee chairs, a steering committee, and a budget that allows them to host events and invest back in the community through nonprofits aligned with their unique mission. Each group also has two executive sponsors who also sit on our corporate diversity council. This ensures that senior leaders are directly involved in diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging (DEIB) efforts at a grassroots level and better positions them to identify and champion new ideas or initiatives that support our inclusive and equitable workplace goals.

We leverage our ERGs to help us cultivate a more inclusive culture, but their support extends beyond hosting events and volunteer activities. We also see them as trusted advisors on company policies and benefit packages. It is important to us that our ERGs have an opportunity to make an impact on how we support people, and asking for their input is our way of including their unique perspectives and diverse ideas in shaping a more inclusive employee experience and support system.

But what is particularly special about ERGs at Subaru is that they reach outside of the walls of our headquarters to make a difference for the causes that matter to them. The Subaru of America Foundation, which supports organizations that benefit our hometown of Camden, New Jersey, allocates funding to each ERG to donate to a charity of their choice in the city of Camden. ERGs work together to select the charity, present their proposals to Subaru executives, and coordinate the donation and volunteer opportunities for members to make a real difference in the causes they care about. At its heart, it’s our Subaru Love Promise extending to the communities where we live and work and having a meaningful impact.

Working with intention on our ERG programming over the past five years has strengthened our culture in immeasurable ways. We have seen an increase in employee engagement scores, and group membership has increased year over year. We’ve also heard from new hires that our thriving ERG community was a key driver in their decision to work at Subaru. It’s one of the reasons why we have incorporated ERGs in the recruitment and onboarding process.

Most importantly, the key ingredient to our ERGs is aligning them to our guiding principle: the Subaru Love Promise. We unabashedly talk about how love is what makes Subaru “More Than a Car Company,” and it’s also what makes an office into a true community. When businesses allow the people in that community to pursue their passions in the workplace – and put true support behind it – incredible things can happen.

This article series is sponsored by Subaru of America and produced by the TriplePundit editorial team. 

Lenovo returned to this year’s World Circular Economy Forum (WCEF) in Brussels, Belgium, showcasing its commitments to the circular economy and its position as a committed, long-term player in the space. WCEF is a global event focused on advancing circular economy practices. Under the theme “Turning circular visions into actions”, the event gathered stakeholders from the business and political worlds to discuss sustainable, innovative, and bold solutions to face the urgency of embracing a circular economyapproach in all industries. and share innovative ideas.    

For Lenovo, WCEF was a great opportunity to talk about its transition to a circular economy through innovations in its supply chain, product design, services, and business models. With its latest innovations in product design and packaging, Lenovo is at the forefront of circularity. Lenovo integrates recycled content into more than 298 product lines. In collaboration with Toray and Boeing, the ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 12 includes recycled carbon fiber material made from aircraft manufacturing by-products.  

Lenovo is also innovating to increase sustainable packaging in products, and has adopted more sustainable materials like sugar cane and bamboo in select product packaging, enabling a transition away from Styrofoam and plastic. By FY2025/26, Lenovo aims for 90% of PC product’s plastic packaging to be made from recycled materials, and plastic-free primary packaging will be expanded. Lenovo’s infrastructure solutions group has also reduced cardboard packaging consumption by 105 pounds per rack through rack integration shipping methods.  

Furthermore, repairability is a key driver for the circular economy and Lenovo has been proactively empowering self-repair for its commercial laptops as shown with its recent partnership with iFixit for the Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 5 and T16 Gen 3; achieving a provisional iFixit repairability score of 9.3 out of 10. By FY2025/26, Lenovo aims for 84% of repairs to be completed at the customer site, without having to send the PC to a service center (excluding Android tablets and visuals), a step that should increase speed of repairability. 

In addition to internal commitments, Lenovo is also helping its customers in their own sustainability journey and contributions to the circular economy, enabling reuse or responsible disposal of assets with end-to-end Lenovo services. Lenovo Asset Recovery Services (ARS) helps mitigate end-of-life IT and data security risks and promotes the reuse of parts wherever possible. With Lenovo Certified Refurbished, customers can give their devices a new lease on life. Lenovo PCs are refurbished, repaired, and certified to the highest quality standards — helping customers realize cost savings and increased sustainability for their IT fleet.

Collaboration is key in accelerating turning circular economy from vision to actions. “Collaboration across the value chain is critical”, said Pascal Bourguet, Global Channel Chief & COO, Lenovo International Sales Organisation. “We will continue to incorporate circularity into every aspect of our business – from designing our products or services, to partnering with suppliers to develop innovative new applications for recovered materials. We will engage with governments and standards bodies to establish the right frameworks and incentives to promote circular activities.” As a community, the Lenovo 360 Circle leads the way in collaborating with Lenovo’s ecosystem to drive action in the circular economy and support business partners in their own sustainable transformation, promoting circular economy from design to use, return, reuse, and disposal. 

Lenovo’s participation in the WCEF was also an occasion to network with peers, European government officials, policymakers, and UN Institutions about the future of circular economy in Europe and globally. The implementation and governance of regulations will be critical to an equal playing field, with input from all stakeholders to sustain lasting progress. Global alignment of the definitions and enforcement of quality standard will be key to build trust in refurbished devices. The collaboration between the private and the public sectors must be considered as a key enabler to a faster implementation of circular economy principles in the tech industry.  and Lenovo is committed to enhancing its influence and supporting its ecosystem in this journey. 

Furthermore, in addition to the main WCEF event, Lenovo joined two WCEF Accelerator sessions: “Platform-driven transition: scaling circular solutions” and “Empowering the circular economy: integrating AI, digital transformation, and skills development” organizedin collaboration with Microsoft. It represented other opportunities for Lenovo to join the conversation and demonstrate its commitment and concrete actions for circular economy in the tech industry.  

Read more about Lenovo’s efforts to create a smarter, more sustainable future for all in the company’s FY 2022/23 ESG Report. 

June 5, 2024 /3BL/ – The LA Galaxy in partnership with LA City Recreation and Parks PlayLA Youth Adaptive Sports Program, U.S. Association of Blind Athletes (USABA), Dignity Health and Anthem will host the second annual PlayLA Adaptive Sports Blind Soccer Experience at Galaxy Park on Thursday, June 6 at Dignity Health Sports Park. Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) blind and visually impaired students will learn about the Paralympic sport of blind soccer and meet members of the first-ever USA Blind Soccer National Team members.

In 2028, Los Angeles will host the Paralympic Games for the first time in history and the U.S. Blind Soccer National Team will make its Paralympic debut. LAUSD students in attendance on Thursday, June 6 will have the opportunity to meet the USA Blind Soccer National Team and view a blind soccer demonstration. This event will show that soccer is for all, regardless of ability, and that this global sport is for everyone.

Blind soccer is a fast-paced and exciting game, played in more than 60 countries, and is the world’s fastest-growing Paralympic sport. With grassroots efforts to introduce the sport to children, teens and adults across the U.S., PlayLA and USABA are committed to bringing play equity and accessibility to the largest global sport in the world. Through the PlayLA Program, youth of all abilities have the opportunity to access quality sports available from their local neighborhood recreation center and join the Olympic and Paralympic movement.

About The LA Galaxy 
The LA Galaxy is Major League Soccer’s most successful club. Based in Carson, Calif. at Dignity Health Sports Park, the Galaxy have won the MLS Cup a record five times (2002, 2005, 2011, 2012, 2014), the MLS Supporters’ Shield four times (1998, 2002, 2010, 2011) and the Lamar Hunt U.S. Open Cup twice (2001, 2005), and one Concacaf Champions Cup (2000) since their inception in 1996. Under the direction of LA Galaxy President of Business Operations and Chief Operating Officer Tom Braun on the business operations side and LA Galaxy Head Coach and Sporting Director Greg Vanney on the soccer operations side, the Galaxy are the premier club in MLS, with stars like Landon Donovan, David Beckham, Robbie Keane, Steven Gerrard, Riqui Puig, Zlatan Ibrahimović, Javier Hernandez and Cobi Jones representing LA over the team’s 27 years in MLS. For more information on the LA Galaxy, visit www.lagalaxy.com. 

About Dignity Health 
Dignity Health’s Southern California Division includes seventeen acute-care nonprofit hospitals and one behavioral health hospital spanning across Central California, Central Coast, and Southern California. Dignity Health is part of CommonSpirit Health and the largest hospital provider in California, delivering health care services to diverse communities, allowing 1 in 4 U.S. residents to access care through our network of health care providers. This network of hospitals is supported by medical groups throughout the region, premier ambulatory surgery centers, technologically advanced imaging centers, outpatient services, and comprehensive home health services—all with one common goal: to provide compassionate, high-quality health care to 1 million patients in a safe and healing environment. To learn more about Dignity Health, visit www.dignityhealth.org/socal. 

About Dignity Health Sports Park
Dignity Health Sports Park is southern California’s home of world-class competition and training facilities for amateur, Olympic, collegiate and professional athletes. Managed by AEG, the $150 million, privately financed facility was developed by AEG on a 125-acre site on the campus of California State University, Dominguez Hills (CSUDH) in Carson, California. Dignity Health Sports Park features an 8,000-seat tennis stadium, a 25,174-seat stadium for soccer, football and other athletic competitions and outdoor concerts; a 2,000-seat facility for track & field and a 2,450-seat indoor Velodrome – the VELO Sports Center – for track cycling. Dignity Health Sports Park is home to Major League Soccer’s LA Galaxy, the five-time MLS Cup Champions. Dignity Health Sports Park is also home of the United States Tennis Association’s (USTA) High Performance Training Center and the national team training headquarters for the U.S. Soccer Federation (USSF). Additionally, Dignity Health Sports Park is home to Galaxy Park, a newly imagined complex on the campus of the facility that features five 5v5 soccer fields, three futsal courts, eight Pickleball courts, four Padel courts, and is home to a number of other recreational activities. For additional information, please visit http://www.dignityhealthsportspark.com. 

About PlayLA Youth and Adaptive Youth Sports 
The City of Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks PlayLA Youth & Adaptive Youth Sports Program is a city-wide initiative that provides access to quality sports programming for youth of all abilities between the ages of 5 and 17. Made possible by an investment from the LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games Organizing Committee and the International Olympic Committee (IOC), PlayLA is the single largest commitment to youth sports development in California and serves as a legacy before, during, and after the LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games. 

About U.S. Association of Blind Athletes 
Founded in 1976, the U.S. Association of Blind Athletes (USABA) is a dual-mission organization proud to serve as the National Governing Body for the Paralympic team sports of goalball and blind soccer and providing sport and recreational opportunities for the blind and visually impaired community. USABA is a member organization of the International Blind Sports Federation (IBSA), the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee (USOPC), and US Soccer. In addition to community outreach and grassroots work with athletes, coaches, and referees, USABA is committed to developing a comprehensive support system, fostering a culture of excellence, and ensuring athletes have the resources to compete in all levels of sport. Our commitment is to provide quality programming and enriching experiences for the blind and visually impaired. Learn more at www.usaba.org. 

About Anthem Blue Cross 
As a long-time trusted health partner, Anthem Blue Cross has been providing high-quality, affordable health care for Californians for more than 85 years. Anthem Blue Cross, together with its branded affiliates, provides health care services to more than 8.2 members in California. Anthem Blue Cross is the trade name of Blue Cross of California. Anthem Blue Cross and Anthem Blue Cross Life and Health Insurance Company are independent licensees of the Blue Cross Association. To learn more, visit www.anthem.com/ca or follow us on Twitter and Facebook.

Brushstrokes of Hope: Erin and Cole’s Enduring Legacy

A story both heart-wrenching and inspiring, Cole’s Victory Lap is a charitable endeavor aimed at bringing comfort and joy to families facing childhood neuroblastoma. From providing tasty snacks to children who need to increase their caloric intake, to revamping hospital rooms with themed bedsheets to make them feel at home, Cole’s Victory Lap is a beacon of hope to families facing the unthinkable. Read more about SEE employee Erin Henderson and her son Cole’s journey.

In addition, Cole’s Victory Lap is working with Prisma Health Greenville Memorial Hospital supporting the “Inspire Courage Campaign” to help fund a permanent location for pediatric hematology/oncology. 

https://colesvictorylap.org/

 https://prismahealth.org/patients-and-guests/news/$6m-children-s-hospital-campaign-kicks-off-with-$1m-lead-gift-from-hogs-for-a-cause

 https://fundraise.givesmart.com/e/Qylefg?vid=15obdf

 About SEE

Sealed Air Corporation (NYSE: SEE), is a leading global provider of packaging solutions that integrate sustainable, high-performance materials, automation, equipment and services. SEE designs, manufactures and delivers packaging solutions that preserve food, protect goods and automate packaging processes. We deliver our packaging solutions to an array of end markets including fresh proteins, foods, fluids and liquids, medical and life science, e-commerce retail, logistics and omnichannel fulfillment operations, and industrials. Our globally recognized solution brands include CRYOVAC ® food packaging, LIQUIBOX ® liquids systems, SEALED AIR ® protective packaging, AUTOBAG ® brand automated packaging systems, and BUBBLE WRAP ® brand packaging. In 2023, SEE generated $5.5 billion in sales and has approximately 17,000 employees who serve customers in 115 countries/territories.

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