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Despite DEI headwinds, 365+ law firms remain committed to inclusive talent practices that boost diversity in leadership through Mansfield’s science and data-driven processes

Key facts:Newly released Global Sustainability Report shows FIS reduced overall energy use by 22 percent, water usage by 20 percent, and Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 21 percent.In addition to these reductions, FIS made continued progress last year in other key areas including financial inclusion, advancing the workforce of the future, fostering inclusion and diversity, and helping communities thrive.  

‘Full Futures: A School Nutrition Partnership’ kicks off in the Camden City School District; Campbell to invest $5 million over five years

Key facts:Reduced overall energy use by 23 percent, water usage by 35 percent, and Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 23 percent in 2020Baselined Scope 3 emissions in support of setting science-based targets, and reduced Scope 3 emissions by 3 percentAccelerated inclusion and diversity efforts across five areas of focus and established an enterprise Framework for Financial Inclusion 

Financial technology leader FIS® (NYSE: FIS) announced today a climate action plan as part of its sustainability program. The climate action plan is a key part of FIS’ environmental, social and governance (ESG) strategy to advance global sustainability for its clients, colleagues and communities.“FIS is committed to helping our planet remain a sustainable home for current and future generations,” said Gary Norcross, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer at FIS. “We recognize that climate change p

Key facts:FIS’ recruitment benefit pays down student loan debt for eligible college graduate hires within the U.S.Starting this year, hires in the FIS University program are eligible for the debt repayment program after one year of service.U.S. college students are overwhelmed with $1.5 trillion in loan debt, with minority students being most impacted.

Key facts:In its fifth year, the annual program recognizes organizations for innovative use of FIS technology to enhance customer service and drive tangible business results.2021 program is open to the full spectrum of organizations served by FIS in North America, the United Kingdom, Germany and France. For the first time, FIS merchant clients and partners are invited to participate in the program.For each winning entry, FIS will make a $10,000 donation to a charitable organization chosen by the winners through the FIS Foundation.Deadline for entries is Wednesday, April 14.

New Jersey American Water today announced the awarding of $950,000 in Neighborhood Revitalization Tax Credit (NRTC) funding to Interfaith Neighbors of Asbury Park and The Cooper Health System of Camden. The funding will be used for projects aimed at improving housing and economic development opportunities in both cities.“For the past decade, New Jersey American Water has seized the opportunity to use the state’s generous NRTC program to provide funding to transformational projects in the communi

Key factsWinners are Bambu Systems, First United Bank & Trust, GE, IKB Deutsche Industriebank AG, KfW, USAble Life, Mainspring Fund Services, PCS Retirement, PDI Software, and Wintrust Financial Corporation.In its fourth year, FIS’ signature awards program recognizes organizations that have used FIS technology in innovative ways to enhance customer experiences and drive tangible business results.The Impact Awards are independently judged by industry analyst group Celent.

Key factsFIS has been designated a Best Place to Work for LGBTQ Equality by the Human Rights Campaign FoundationFIS received a perfect score for its corporate policies and practices related to LGBTQ workplace equality

Nearly 800 Symetra employees to volunteer at 54 nonprofits—34 in Puget Sound region

More than 800 Symetra employees to volunteer at 57 nonprofits—34 in Puget Sound region

Key facts FIS received a 100 percent score for its corporate policies and practices related to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ) workplace equality. The rating by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation earned FIS the designation of a Best Place to Work for LGBTQ Equality.