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October 2, 2017 by Simon Mainwaring

Today’s consumers want brands to do more than offer quality products and services. People are looking to support companies that take a stand for social causes and create a positive impact in the world. What’s more, trust in government is low and faith in religion is decreasing. Additionally, the nonprofit sector does not have the […]

Today’s consumers want brands to do more than offer quality products and services. People are looking to support companies that take a stand for social causes and create a positive impact in the world. What’s more, trust in government is low and faith in religion is decreasing. Additionally, the nonprofit sector does not have the …

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Filed Under: Brands, Philanthropy Tagged With: Adidas, Bear's Ears National Monument, Black Diamond, Everlane, Gay Pride Month, Human Rights Campaign, Levi's, NFL, NGOs, Nike, Paris Climate Agreement, Patagonia, President Trump, RE100, REI, Starbucks, The Guardian, The Los Angeles Times, The New York Times, The Outdoor Retailer Show, Utah, We Are Still In, We Mean Business

May 15, 2017 by Simon Mainwaring

In today’s world, urbanization and the rising costs of developing resilient cities — let alone natural crisis mitigation, reducing poverty, and improving health care — exceed the financial capacity of governments and charities. Thus, partnerships between brands, non-governmental institutions and public sector organizations can scale positive change. Akzo Nobel’s Human Cities Coalition (HCC) brings governments, NGOs, …

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Filed Under: Globalization, Non-profits, Sustainability Tagged With: Akzo Nobel, Arcadis, Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Global Brand Initiative, Human Cities Coalition, International Finance Coalition, NGOs, Paris Climate Agreement, Reina Bujis, Sheela Patel, Shelter Program, Slum Dwellers International, Sustainable Development Goals, UN-Habitat, World Bank

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