ESG and CSR Perspectives

A roundup of community involvement initiatives from companies large and small. Plus some news on open roles, promotions, and professional development opportunities happening in the world of corporate social responsibility.

A roundup of corporate responses, company and CEO statements regarding the Hamas attacks on Israel in October 2023. This list will be updated.

A big part of creating an equitable, sustainable future starts with focusing on the smallest stakeholders: kids. Read some examples of how companies are gearing CSR efforts toward healthy kids and their communities.

See what business resource groups and green teams from companies around the world are up to this season, and learn more about different types of ERGs/BRGs, including the growing demand for parent/caregiver groups.

Sustainable Development Goal 2 aims to create a world free of hunger by 2030. Here's how some community-conscious companies are working to fight food insecurity, especially amidst economic and supply chain challenges.

In honor of Black Business Month, enjoy this roundup of CSR examples: companies supporting Black-owned businesses and Black entrepreneurs, making invaluable contributions to the American economy.

A simple overview of the EU's CSRD for corporate sustainability reporting. With answers to questions like: What is the CSRD? Which companies (in the U.S. and abroad) must comply with EU sustainability reporting standards? When and how?

Companies in our corporate citizenship community support all different types of student-centered programs, from K-12 initiatives to college scholarships and career readiness programs. Many are also working hard to engage their summer interns.

June is Professional Wellness Month and the last week of June represents World Well-being Week. This post rounds up a variety of employee wellness and well-being programs, including initiatives aimed at physical wellness, emotional wellness, financial wellness, social and professional wellness.

How companies are partnering with local and global organizations to help refugees and displaced communities as they work to establish new lives, gain meaningful employment, or start their own businesses.

Employee resource groups, business resource groups, and other LGBTQ+ allies are in the spotlight this Pride Month as they demonstrate active allyship -- how they celebrate diversity and inclusion in June and all throughout the year.

How are leading companies celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month? Take a look at the many conversations, employee profiles, and personal stories our members are highlighting this month, as well as partnership and philanthropic efforts aimed at supporting the AAPI community.

General Motors led the day’s first general session. GM’s Vice President of Corporate Giving, Terry Rhadigan, described GM’s corporate philanthropy journey.

Day Two of #BCConf23 began with a General Session panel discussion from convening sponsor Target about corporate philanthropy beyond financial impact.

Day Two of #BCConf23 wrapped up with several inspiring main stage conversations focused on community and IDE, along with more learning and networking opportunities.

With convening sponsor Target, BCCCC is proud to host corporate citizenship professionals from a wide variety of industries and backgrounds as we unite around a common goal: to make the world in which we live and do business a better place.

On Sunday, more than 500 corporate citizenship professionals began assembling in Minneapolis for the 2023 International Corporate Citizenship Conference. BCCCC staff welcomed new and returning colleagues to what is sure to be an action-packed event.

With a wide variety of environmental goals and sustainability commitments, these companies demonstrate how they celebrate Earth Day every day. Read more about the innovative projects, partnerships, and investments these earth-conscious brands are undertaking.

A roundup of company efforts to spotlight the importance of mental health, along with stories that help destigmatize the process of seeking or receiving help for mental health concerns. Read how BCCCC members are making mental health a priority for their employees, consumers, communities, and other stakeholders.

Read how companies are investing in their communities to expand local youth services, empower trans persons, fight childhood obesity, support Black business owners, and generally ensure brighter futures for their stakeholder neighborhoods.