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During this year’s Truth and Reconciliation Week, the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation in Winnipeg helps adult learners begin the journey to healing

September 23, 2024

It’s the Survivors of residential schools who launched the journey for truth and reconciliation in Canada.

They drew strength from their painful histories and demanded government and church entities account for their actions. They called for justice through the creation of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada (TRC).

And it is these Survivors who, after all they endured at the hands of colonizers and settlers, have offered Indigenous and non-Indigenous people a gift—the gift of reconciliation.

“I love the word ‘reconciliation’ because it’s subjective; your definition could differ from my definition,” says Kaila Johnston, an intergenerational residential school Survivor and member of Ochapowace First Nation in southeast Saskatchewan.

“People can start a reconciliation journey for themselves and delve deep into their learning.”

The work of reconciliation in Canada is supported by the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation, a non-profit that evolved out of the TRC. Located in Winnipeg at the University of Manitoba, the centre is the permanent home for the stories, statements, records and materials collected by the TRC for Survivors and families to gain access to their history and documents.

“The work is to help ensure that we find every child that didn’t come home,” says Johnston, who is the centre’s director of education and public programming.

“It’s to ensure that we tell the truths of our Survivors, and that those truths are used to combat denialism . . . and to ensure these things are never repeated again.”

Canadians will observe this year’s Truth and Reconciliation Week from Sept. 23 to 27, followed by the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on Sept. 30. To support learning during this period, the centre will deliver multiple educational opportunities for students and adults to unlearn the myths of colonial history in Canada.

“Knowing that there is this hunger and desire to learn and understand, we want to be able to provide more education and awareness,” Johnston says.

Last year, more than 40,000 people across Canada attended NCTR’s lunch-and-learn events. The adult-oriented sessions will be offered again this year, covering topics such as the impacts of residential schools and colonial systems, unconscious bias, Indigenous identity theft and barriers to reconciliation.

Each session will have English and French simultaneous interpretation as well as American Sign Language interpretation. Recordings of the sessions will be made available online.

Funding for the trilingual components was provided by Enbridge, as part of our ongoing commitment to advancing reconciliation. We contributed a $50,000 Fueling Futures grant in support of the centre’s Truth and Reconciliation Week events, with a focus on making the education sessions more accessible to people across Canada.

As a company, we have a strong track record of engaging with Indigenous communities across North America. In 2022, we launched our first Indigenous Reconciliation Action Plan (IRAP), which affirms our long-held commitment to strengthening relationships with Indigenous communities near our operations.

As part of our support of Truth and Reconciliation Week, Enbridge employees recently attended an empowerment summit in Winnipeg, and will also be present at a National Day of Truth and Reconciliation event on Parliament Hill in Ottawa.

“We see a lot of really great pockets of learning activities happening across the country,” Johnston explains, noting the strong interest of workplaces, schools and groups to educate their communities about the history of residential schools and participate meaningfully in reconciliation.

“People are utilizing (the centre’s) resources to start their journey,” she adds.

“We can help foster healing and reconciliation by providing access to content and ensuring this history is never forgotten—or repeated.”

(TOP PHOTO: Attendees enjoy the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation’s youth empowerment event in September 2024. Photo courtesy Darcy Finley.)

First H.E.L.P., a nonprofit dedicated to destigmatizing mental health issues for first responders, has unveiled the Heroes Memorial Park Monument. This monument, which resides in Rockwall, Texas, is the first in the U.S. to honor first responders and military veterans who have died by suicide, highlighting that their impact and service will never be forgotten.

The 10-foot-tall monument features images of first responders, with a wall of honor featuring the names of those commemorated behind it. During the unveiling ceremony on Saturday, Sept. 21, 252 names were read aloud, serving as a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made by first responders and military veterans, and the importance of addressing mental health challenges within these professions.

First H.E.L.P. has been compiling data on first responder suicides since 2016, and their efforts have highlighted the urgent need for mental health support within these communities. The Motorola Solutions Foundation has been a proud partner since 2019, donating more than $700K to help support and amplify the work that they do to connect first responders with resources for healing and recovery, and offer support to their families. The Foundation also contributed a grant to support the memorial unveiling ceremony, which welcomed more than 400 first responders, members of the military and their families.

“The outpouring of support and love shown at the Heroes Memorial Park Monument unveiling demonstrates firsthand the profound impact of this tribute,” said Karem Pérez, executive director, Motorola Solutions Foundation. “We deeply value our longstanding partnership with First H.E.L.P, and we believe this monument is a significant stride towards reducing stigma, fostering acceptance for first responder mental health and honoring the lives lost to suicide.”

The monument is expected to be fully completed in about two years, and it will serve as a meaningful tribute and refuge for the people of Rockwall and beyond.

ANTWERP, Belgium and EMERYVILLE, Calif., October 9, 2024 /3BL/ – SCS Global Services, an international leader in third-party sustainability certification, and iTraceiT, a leading provider of traceability solutions for the diamond and jewelry sector, are collaborating on development of the first hybrid sustainability and traceability certificate for diamonds and jewelry. It will combine SCS Sustainability Rated Diamonds Certification data with iTraceiT’s traceability technology to offer detailed information about the origin, journey and sustainability impact of diamonds and other jewelry components across the supply chain. The collaboration is expected to result in a final certificate release in 2025, with development already underway.

The collaboration comes in response to growing consumer demand to understand the entire journey of the products they buy, including their social and environmental impact. The combined expertise of SCS and iTraceiT aims to provide retailers and brands with the tools they need to offer clear and verifiable sustainability information to their customers.

“Consumers today are looking for more than just quality products. They want verified information about the origins of products and the impact of their manufacturing,” said Matt Rudolf, CEO of SCS Global Services. “By working with iTraceiT, we’re helping the diamond and jewelry industry meet those expectations by offering clear, credible insights into the sustainability of all jewelry components.”

This collaboration marks a significant step toward a more transparent and sustainable future for the diamond and jewelry industry. As global consumers continue to prioritize ethical purchasing, iTraceiT and SCS Global Services are leading the charge in creating a more responsible supply chain.

“After a thorough search for a best-in-class sustainability partner, we chose SCS Global Services because of their 40-year track record in sustainability audits,” said Frederik Degryse, CEO of iTraceiT. “I have always believed that traceability is essential for any ESG reporting. You need to know what journey a product went through before you can show its carbon footprint or demonstrate that workers were fairly compensated. By combining our traceability platform with SCS’s audit expertise, we will provide a comprehensive solution for the industry.”

About SCS Global Services 

SCS Global Services is a leader in third-party environmental and sustainability verification, certification, auditing, testing, and standards development. Its programs span a cross-section of industries, recognizing achievements in climate mitigation, green building, product manufacturing, food and agriculture, forestry, consumer products, and more. Headquartered in Emeryville, California and celebrating 40 years in business, SCS has representatives and affiliate offices throughout the Americas, Asia/Pacific, Europe, and Africa. Its broad network of auditors are experts in their fields, and the company is a trusted partner to companies, agencies, and advocacy organizations due to its dedication to quality and professionalism. SCS is a chartered Benefit Corporation, reflecting its commitment to socially and environmentally responsible business practices. SCS is also a Participant of the United Nations Global Compact and adheres to its principles-based approach to responsible business. For more information, visit www.SCSGlobalServices.com.

About iTraceiT 

iTraceiT provides blockchain-based traceability solutions that document the origin and journey of products in the diamond, jewelry, and fashion industries. By leveraging technology, iTraceiT helps ensure transparency, trust, and accountability throughout the supply chain. For more information, visit https://www.itraceit.io.

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Originally published by The Hollywood Reporter
By Hilary Lewis

Decades after MTV began covering the presidential elections through the lens of young voters via its “Choose or Lose” programming, the network’s parent company, Paramount, is once again urging young people to make their voices heard in the 2024 election.

Ahead of the 2024 MTV Video Music Awards, Paramount has launched its Vote ’24 campaign in partnership with the Ad Council.

People can go to the Vote ’24 online hub, VoteVoteVote.com, and check their registration status, register to vote, preview their ballot and find voting information and resources.

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At Logitech, we approach innovation with a deep awareness of the responsibilities it carries. It is with this spirit that we announce another step in our journey – the introduction of Logitech’s Responsible AI Principles. These principles are the embodiment of our commitment to responsible technological advancement, ensuring that AI-powered solutions are developed and deployed with the highest standards of transparency, accountability, fairness, privacy, and security.

As we continue our journey with AI, we are cognizant of the evolving challenges and opportunities that lie ahead. Our Responsible AI Principles will continue to guide us as we innovate, adapt, and uphold our promise to deliver technology that enhances human potential and is good for people and the planet.

Read more about our Responsible AI Principles here.

CHARLOTTE, N.C., October 9, 2024 /3BL/ – Global edtech leader Discovery Education is collaborating with select partners to present the Fall 2024 schedule of new, free virtual field trips. These virtual events activate student curiosity and include the first-ever DE Doc, a new long-form presentation taking an in-depth view of a topic.

The new array of virtual field trips easily integrates into instruction and helps engage all learners by introducing them to people, places, and concepts they might not otherwise meet. In order of premiere date, the Fall 2024 virtual field trips include:

Money Mastery: A DE Doc 
Grades 6-8 
Premiering on October 22, 2024, at 1 PM ET, Money Mastery: A DE Documentary provides students with an in-depth look at how financial decisions impact overall financial wellbeing. Students discover the foundation needed to make savvy financial choices now and in the future. DE Docs are long-form, documentary-style videos that provide an in-depth exploration of specific topics, offering new perspectives and a focused narrative to deepen your students’ understanding. The Money Mastery: A DE Documentary is part of the Pathway to Financial Success in Schools with Discover. Learn more and register here.

Night Navigators: Build for Bats Virtual Field Trip 
Grades 3-8 
Premiering on October 29, 2024, at 1 PM ET, the Night Navigators Virtual Field Trip with the LEGO Group’s Build the Change and Bat Conservation International shows students how bats play an essential role in pest control, pollinating plants, dispersing seeds, and long-term environmental health. Learn more and register here.

White Bird: The Courage of Kindness Virtual Field Trip 
Grades 9-12 
Premiering on November 12, 2024, at 1 PM ET, White Bird: The Courage of Kindness Virtual Field Trip showcases resiliency, courage, and kindness. Developed by Discovery Education, the USC Shoah Foundation, Lionsgate, and Kingdom Story Company, this VFT aims to educate students about the courage to choose kindness in connection with the film White Bird, which premieres in theaters in October 2024. Learn more and register here.

Repowering the Future: A Mission Possible Virtual Field Trip 
Grades 6-8 
Premiering on November 21, 2024, at 1 PM ET, the Repowering the Future: A Mission Possible Virtual Field Trip takes students behind the scenes of energy transformation sites to meet with STEM leaders innovating renewable energy. This virtual field trip is the first in a new series from the award-winning STEM Careers Coalition, an alliance of industries and non-profit organizations catalyzing equitable access to STEM resources and career connections. Learn more and register here.

Each no-cost virtual field trip is available on-demand following the premiere and comes with a companion guide featuring standards-aligned, hands-on learning activities and educator support content. Discover more Discovery Education virtual field trips here or on the Virtual Field Trips channel on the award-winning classroom companion platform, Discovery Education Experience.

“Through virtual field trips, teachers can bring the world into the classroom and inspire students to explore, discover, and learn in new and exciting ways. These experiences not only keep students engaged. but also activate their curiosity and spark their passion for learning,” said Amy Nakamoto, Executive Vice President of Corporate Partnerships at Discovery Education.

For more information about Discovery Education’s award-winning digital resources and professional learning solutions, visit www.discoveryeducation.com, and stay connected with Discovery Education on social media through X, LinkedIn, Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook.

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About Discovery Education 
Discovery Education is the worldwide edtech leader whose state-of-the-art digital platform supports learning wherever it takes place. Through its award-winning multimedia content, instructional supports, innovative classroom tools, and corporate partnerships, Discovery Education helps educators deliver equitable learning experiences engaging all students and supporting higher academic achievement on a global scale. Discovery Education serves approximately 4.5 million educators and 45 million students worldwide, and its resources are accessed in over 100 countries and territories. Inspired by the global media company Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. Discovery Education partners with districts, states, and trusted organizations to empower teachers with leading edtech solutions that support the success of all learners. Explore the future of education at www.discoveryeducation.com.

Contacts 
Grace Maliska 
Discovery Education 
Email: gmaliska@dicoveryed.com

In September, Expedia Group proudly hosted its 2nd annual Inclusion Business Group (IBG) Summit, bringing together our IBG global leaders from across the globe for two dynamic days in our Austin office. The summit was a powerful opportunity for IBG leaders to collaborate on strategic initiatives, strengthen networks, and enhance their professional development. This year’s theme focused on driving inclusion and belonging across our organization and creating a lasting impact through actionable outcomes that connect to the business.

Inclusion Business Groups (IBGs) are strategic, self-organized, and sponsored by the Inclusion & Diversity team. They focus on advancing inclusion, awareness, development, and a sense of belonging for underrepresented identities at Expedia Group. IBGs are vital to our business as they foster a diverse and inclusive work environment, providing employees a platform to connect, share experiences, and support one another, thereby enhancing workplace culture and employee engagement.

The goals of the 2024 IBG Summit were to increase strategic alignment between inclusion and diversity goals, IBG goals and the business; increase sentiments of belonging and awareness onsite for Austin; and empower IBG board members to exemplify leadership qualities while championing inclusive practices. This 2-day summit consisted of over 15 sessions including an “Ask Me Anything” discussion with our Chief People Office, Christine Deputy and a panel featuring our IBG Executive Sponsors.

Below, read reflections from some of our attendees and organizers who shared their sentiments on the experience.

“At this year’s summit, we made an impact by developing as well as empowering our IBGs as leaders who are integral to our mission, fostering a community that truly reflects the diversity of the travelers we serve, and sharing the authentic well-traveled stories of our communities to amplify our commitment to an inclusive travel ecosystem. Sentiments of belonging for summit attendees went up by 100%. 

So how do I try to sum up in one word the months of preparation and planning for the second IBG Summit at Expedia Group? One word comes to mind: unforgettable. Executing this summit was a true honor and shows what we can accomplish when our teams as well as stakeholders come together to rally behind our EG value to include consciously.”

Guishard Revan, Global Senior Manager, Inclusion and Diversity

“Gandhi said “Our ability to reach unity in diversity will be the beauty and the test of our civilization.” 

Last week was a true testament to this life philosophy. Expedia Group hosted our 2nd annual IBG Summit in Austin. I was honored to attend as Global Partnerships Chair of our Latinx at Expedia & Allies for Development (LEAD) IBG. Joining over 70 EG leaders from around the world, including the rest of the LEAD Board was truly an amazing experience to witness. 
IBGs or also known as Employee Resource Groups are at the cornerstone of building an inclusive workplace. Employees must feel safe, supported, and empowered, and we are committed to doing this at Expedia Group.”

Melissa Cano, Senior Talent Acquisition Specialist

“I am feeling extremely grateful to have spent this week with our amazing IBG board members, advocating, brainstorming, and advancing our impactful work in the inclusion and diversity space at Expedia Group. Being part of this group has been one of the most fulfilling experiences. 

Expedia Group has IBGs focused on giving underrepresented groups—such as our Asian community, those with disabilities, our Black community, our Latinx community, our Indigenous community, our queer community, veterans, and women—a voice in the company and a seat at the table. There are many reasons why diverse teams excel, and EG is a true testament to that.”

Brandon Robbers, Business Development Manager

“We dedicate our time to not only advancing our workplace goals and commitment to inclusion but also our commitment as a brand to break down barriers to travel. Travel is a force for good and everyone should be able to access that opportunity. In a world that is so divisive and so challenging for many, coming together with this group gives me hope.”

Mubaraka Malbari, Senior Manager, Marketing

“IBGs open a world of opportunities for our employees. In addition to their day jobs, active members get to stretch some muscles that they normally wouldn’t be able to. Development opportunities, increased sense of belonging and community building all lie at the heart of these intersectional communities. The impact of these groups on their members goes beyond boosting their engagement. IBGs truly represent an opportunity to influence the business from all divisions, levels and geographies. This Summit is a testament to the above and those who tried once say there’s nothing quite like it.”

Francisco Gallego, Global I&D Manager, Inclusion and Diversity

As we wrapped up the IBG Summit, it’s important to remember that the work doesn’t end here. This summit has been a catalyst for driving real change, but to maintain momentum, we must continue to champion inclusion and diversity in every facet of Expedia Group. Our commitment goes beyond the conversations we’ve had — it’s about turning ideas into action. Together, we’ll take the insights, strategies, and partnerships developed at the summit, and use them to create measurable impact throughout the year and beyond.

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In an initiative that combines inspiration with science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM), participants of She Is an Astronaut recently embarked on an exciting visit to the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Space Center in Houston, Texas.

Organized by the She Is Foundation in collaboration with SLB, a global energy technology company, this program empowers young women with the opportunity to learn about space science, engage with industry professionals, and envision themselves as future leaders in STEM.

A total of 24 girls from Colombia, Ecuador and Peru are taking part in the program. Ranging from 11 to 16 years old, these young women from diverse backgrounds engaged in virtual and in-person STEM learning over several months. The program culminated in a week-long experience in Houston, which included going to the NASA Space Center as well as a visit to the SLB technology center to explore cutting-edge technologies first-hand.

“At SLB, we believe in the transformative power of education and inspiring diverse young people through STEM,” notes Carlos Sarmiento, director, Culture, Diversity and Inclusion. “At the end of the program, the young women will develop a project to positively impact their communities and inspire other young people about STEM vocations.”

The participants toured the NASA facility, where they enjoyed a behind-the-scenes look at mission control rooms and astronaut training areas, and were impressed by the range of collaborative research projects run in conjunction with NASA’s many international and domestic partners.

“One of the participants said that since she was a little girl, her dream has been to become an engineer and one day visit NASA,” says Ruth Zambrano, managing director, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru, SLB. “For these young women, their trip is the culmination of four months of hard work. We’re delighted to support them to learn and grow in their STEM journey.”

By the end of the visit, the participants gained an in-depth understanding about STEM as well as an understanding about the power of diversity and collaboration. The She Is an Astronaut program opens doors, inspiring young women to become innovators, scientists and engineers. Their trip was more than just a visit to NASA; it’s a launchpad for their dreams.

Learn more about the She Is an Astronaut program here and about SLB educational initiatives in the company’s sustainability report.

As awareness of climate change grows, so does the responsibility of organizations to minimize their environmental impact. Events, from corporate meetings to large-scale conferences, can have a significant carbon footprint if not managed with sustainability in mind. As sustainability becomes a more pressing concern, organizations are increasingly looking for ways to make their events carbon neutral. With that in mind, we put together a comprehensive checklist to help you achieve a carbon neutral event. Whether you’re an experienced event planner, a sustainability professional, or simply someone looking to make a positive impact, this 6-step carbon neutral event checklist will help you minimize your event’s environmental impact while still delivering an unforgettable experience.

Benefits of Hosting a Carbon Neutral Event

A carbon neutral event is one where the total carbon emissions produced are neutralized either by verifiable carbon offsets, or by investing in environmental projects that remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. This can include renewable energy projects and waste reduction initiatives. There are multiple benefits to hosting a carbon neutral event and key amongst them include:

Environmental Impact: Reduce your ecological footprint and contribute to global sustainability efforts.Brand Image: Enhance your brand’s reputation by showing commitment to environmental responsibility.Cost Savings: Energy-efficient practices often lead to long-term cost reductions.Customer Satisfaction: 80% of consumers consider a company’s commitment to reducing its environmental impact when making purchasing decisions.

How to Plan a Carbon Neutral Event

1. Choose a Venue that Aligns with Your Goals

Select a venue that aligns with your sustainability goals as your first step.

Location: Look for venues that prioritize sustainability. For example, a venue that only uses energy-efficient lighting, heating, and cooling systems and has a zero waste catering policy.Accessibility: Choose locations that are easily accessible by public transportation. A central location reduces the need for long-distance travel, automatically lowering your event’s carbon footprint.Energy Use: Coordinate with the venue to ensure that lighting, heating, and cooling are managed efficiently during the event. Look for venues powered by LED lighting, renewable energy or those that offer carbon offset programs for their energy consumption. You could also consider outdoor venues to take advantage of natural lighting and ventilation.

2. Opt for Eco-Friendly Catering

Food production and waste can significantly impact your event’s carbon footprint. Choose catering options that minimize environmental impact.

Local & Seasonal: Choose caterers who prioritize local and seasonal produce, reducing the carbon footprint associated with food transportation.Mindful Menus: Offer plant-based and vegetarian menu options as these typically have a lower carbon footprint compared to meat-based dishes. Be mindful when selecting carnivorous options for your menu. For example, red meat will typically have a significantly higher footprint than fish or chicken.Waste Management: Use reusable or biodegradable cutlery, plates, and cups. You can also ensure that all leftover food is either composted or donated to local shelters.

3. Promote Sustainable Transportation

Travel to-and-from often represents the largest carbon footprint of any event. Encourage eco-friendly transportation options for your attendees in order to reduce the event’s related scope-3 travel emissions.

Ground Transportation: Arrange ground transportation, like buses or shuttles, to reduce the number of individual car trips to your event. If it makes sense, you can also promote the use of public transportation, carpooling, and cycling.Offset Travel: For unavoidable travel, offset travel emissions by investing in high-quality and credible carbon offset projects. Encourage participants to do the same.Virtual Options: Consider offering a virtual attendance component to reduce the need for travel with a hybrid event.

4. Implement Waste Reduction Strategies

Aim for a zero-waste event (or close to it) by implementing a robust waste management plan focused on reducing, reusing, and recycling.

Go Digital: Cut down on paper waste by going paperless. Use digital alternatives, like a QR code, to distribute information such as invitations, tickets, and promotional materials. If printed materials are necessary, use recycled paper and eco-friendly ink.Signage & Decorations: Invest in reusable signage, decor, and decorations that can be updated and used for future events.Recycling Stations: Set up clearly marked recycling stations throughout the venue to encourage proper waste disposal.

5. Measure & Offset the Event’s Emissions

You can’t manage what you don’t measure. Calculating the total carbon emissions of your event throughout the planning process will give you a clear understanding of the areas where you can make improvements.

Measure Emissions: Measure the total carbon footprint of your event by considering the various factors like energy use, transportation, catering, and more.Eliminate Manual Calculations: Consider using a software tool, like Climate Vault’s Event Emissions Calculator, to alleviate the burden of manual data collection, measurement, management, and analysis and minimize human-error in your calculations.Offset Programs: Once you have your final emissions measurement, invest in verified carbon offset programs to neutralize the emissions. Look for high-quality solutions that align with your organization’s values and will provide the promised environmental impact in a verifiable method.

6. Engage Attendees

Engaging your attendees with your carbon-neutral goals not only raises awareness but also encourages them to get involved

Education: Provide information to attendees on how they can contribute to your carbon-neutral event goals via pre-event communications or on-site materials. Also consider hosting a sustainability workshop or a panel discussion as part of the event agenda.Incentives: Offer incentives for participants who carpool, bring reusable water bottles, or take other sustainable actions. Use your event to highlight sustainable practices they can adopt in their everyday life.Promote Your Efforts: Use social media and other key event communication channels to share your sustainability initiatives.Feedback Loop: Collect feedback from attendees and stakeholders regarding your sustainability efforts.

Communicate Your Commitment

Both during and after the event, share your sustainability efforts and achievements with your audience. Transparency is key—let them know how much carbon was offset and the impact of their participation, if applicable. This not only builds trust but also demonstrates the actions your organization is taking to make the world a better place. More than ever, organizational responsibility matters as the public increasingly values carbon neutrality and other climate-conscious actions from the brands they purchase from and engage with.

Achieving a carbon neutral event requires careful planning and dedication, but the benefits are well worth the effort. By following our checklist, organizations can significantly reduce the environmental impact of their events, enhance their brand image, and attract eco-conscious attendees. Every decision made during the planning process, from choosing a sustainable venue to minimizing waste, can contribute to a healthier, more sustainable world.

Climate Vault’s Event Emissions Calculator makes it simple to measure, reduce, and remove the carbon impact of your events—no matter the size. Get started calculating the footprint of your first event for free.

Originally published in Jazz Pharmaceuticals’ 2023 Corporate Sustainability and Social Impact Report

PROMOTING HEALTH AND WELLBEING

We have a strong commitment to provide a culture of care to our employees through a holistic approach focused on our employees’ financial, physical, mental and emotional health and well-being. Our benefits and well-being offerings are designed to support our employees across each of these aspects, empowering them to choose the benefits that suit and benefit their personal well-being. We have a company-wide campaign called “Wellness Wednesdays” that is aimed at promoting well-being for all employees and we host both on-site and virtual opportunities for employees, to improve their health and wellbeing, including everything from in-office massage services to mental health related e-learning resources.

FINANCIAL WELLBEING

In addition to offering competitive base salaries, our compensation programs and practices are designed to support the financial well-being of our employees in multiple ways, including:

Cash Bonus Incentive Plans: All regular employees are eligible to participate in an annual global corporate bonus plan or a sales incentive plan, which rewards employees based on the company’s achievement of pre-established annual goals (or sales targets in the case of sales incentive plans), as well as performance against their personal objectives.Employee Equity Incentive Plans (EIP): All regular employees are eligible to receive equity incentive awards under the terms of our global EIP program, which fosters an ownership culture and provides employees with the opportunity to share in the long-term success they help create.Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP): In 2023, Jazz updated its ESPP program to apply globally to eligible employees, providing them with the ability to purchase Jazz stock at a discounted rate.Equity Retirement Program: We provide eligible employees who retire from Jazz with continued vesting of a portion of their unvested equity awards to help support and enhance their financial well-being into retirement.

PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND EMOTIONAL WELLBEING

Our well-being offerings are designed to be inclusive and promote choice for our employees to use these benefits in the way that best suits their lifestyle.

We offer access to the Lyra Employee Assistance Program to all employees with a strong emphasis on health and well-being, including up to 25 face-to-face therapy/coaching sessions a year for our employees and their families.In 2023, we introduced a Wellbeing Reimbursement Account, which reimburses employees for a wide array of expenses that support their overall well-being, empowering them to choose what is most important to them. To date, over 81% of our eligible employees have claimed reimbursement for well-being expenses.

Over 81% of our eligible employees have claimed reimbursement for well-being expenses

We run a wide variety of individual, team and global corporate wellness challenges, engaging employees to actively participate in global well-being events.Our paid leave and time-off policies assist our employees through varying stages of life, often above and beyond what is mandated by local regulations, including for new parents (irrespective of gender or how their family is created) and family caregivers, as well as for bereavement and employee medical leave.Our flexible approach to work through Jazz Remix provides our employees with the ability to better balance and manage both work and home needs.

OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY

We continue to ensure proper workplace design with appropriate control measures implemented, such as personal protective equipment, contractor environmental, health and safety induction and compliance with relevant national and international health and safety standards, which help us create and sustain a safe workplace.

Our manufacturing and operations sites each have specific Environmental, Health, Safety and Security (EHSS) management systems, which apply to all employees and other persons (such as contractors) who may be affected by our activities. We track our health and safety key performance indicators monthly via cloud-based EHSS software.

Our manufacturing operations have Health and Safety Systems that are designed to fully comply with the requirements of the European Union Framework Directive for Health and Safety and to meet the requirements of section 6.4.6 of ISO 26000 (Labour Practices – Health and Safety at Work).

Offering Flexibility and Balance

We believe a flexible approach to balancing work and life benefits our employees and the company. In May 2022, we introduced Jazz Remix, which provides most employees with the flexibility to perform more individually oriented work from home and create their optimum routine to manage home and work commitments. Teams are empowered to meet periodically as needs require for collaboration and connection, and we leverage our office sites for in-person engagement. The power of flexibility builds a mutual trust and respect in all that we do.

Remote working is available for all employees where on-site presence is not essential to their role, which includes local and regional nuances to support flexible working in the way that is most appropriate for the local context. We are committed to a flexible working model that allows people to work from the location that best suits them, but also value the importance of meeting in person. To secure the benefits of remote working while recognizing the importance of in-person engagement, sites periodically hold connection events to offer in-person gathering opportunities. These connection events provide an opportunity for our employees to connect with leaders and their colleagues and engage in business updates and local activities to improve wellbeing. At the end of 2023, 85% of full-time employees used the flexibility offered by Jazz Remix to work from home or off-site. In July 2023, we ran a survey to assess the impacts of Jazz Remix a year from its introduction. The results provided insights into the positive impacts of the Jazz Remix model.

Since introducing Jazz Remix, our employee voluntary attrition rate has declined from 13% to 7% at the end of 2023. Based on feedback gathered from employee surveys and other sources, we believe this improvement is largely a result of the benefits of our flexible work model. We have seen an 11% increase in talent applying for roles at Jazz, with a particular increase in those applying for remote working roles, despite an overall lower number of vacancies, underscoring the role of Jazz Remix in supporting the attraction of high- performance talent.

JAZZ REMIX EMPLOYEE SURVEY RESULTS – PERCENTAGE OF EMPLOYEES WHO RESPONDED FAVORABLY

79% My overall level of satisfaction of working at Jazz has improved as a result of Remix

78% Remix has improved the trust and empowerment to get work done in ways that meet my personal needs and those of the team/business

78% My overall sense of happiness has improved as a result of the way Jazz enables me to work

Results reference the Jazz Remix Employee Survey conducted in July 2023

Learn more about Jazz Pharmaceuticals commitment to progress, responsibility and innovation in its 2023 Corporate Sustainability and Social Impact Report