Diversity Best Practices Member News
May 21, 2012
NEW YORK -- In an affirmation of its leadership in and commitment to diversity and inclusion, Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Limited (DTTL) is proud to support the UN-sponsored World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development, which raises awareness of the richness of world cultures and the opportunities that cultural diversity can bring to societies and organizations.
This year'...
May 16, 2012
DALLAS -- AT&T* announced today the launch of the 2012-2013 Operation Hand Salute (OHS), its groundbreaking supplier diversity program designed to mentor and develop Service Disabled Veteran Owned Business Enterprises (SDVOBEs). The year-long program invites SDVOBE business CEOs to go back to school and learn from the best to improve their businesses and enhance their ability...
May 10, 2012
ATLANTA -- Southern Company recently received the 2012 Visionary Award for Outstanding Employer by Nobis Works.
Atlanta-based Nobis Works recognized Southern Company for its internship program that helps candidates with impaired vision gain job experience.
Nobis Works, formerly The Tommy Nobis Center, is among Georgia's largest nonprofit community rehabilitation programs...
May 7, 2012
ATLANTA--Each day U.S. military veterans return home, bringing with them distinct skill sets, leadership qualities and a commitment to doing the job right. Coca-Cola has a long tradition of supporting military troops and veterans, dating to the 1940s. With this history in mind, and looking toward the future by embracing the unique qualifications of veterans, Coca-Cola Refreshments will offer at...
May 1, 2012
NEW YORK--A history of food, music and dance will be celebrated this May at select Macy’s (NYSE:M) locations nationwide in honor of contributions made by Asian-Pacific Americans. To showcase and celebrate the unique influence of Asian-Pacific Americans, Macy’s will host a series of events in nine markets across the country geared towards highlighting and sharing elements of Asian culture through...
April 26, 2012
NEW YORK, -- Verizon's legal department has received the Street Law Legal Diversity Pipeline Award for the department's pro bono work in teaching underprivileged high school students about the law and encouraging them to consider legal careers. Verizon received the award at the Street Law Awards dinner Wednesday night (April 25) inWashington, D.C.
Through Street Law's Diversity...
April 18, 2012
NEW YORK, -- Delivering on its commitment to creating a workplace where all professionals can build rewarding careers and are valued for their contributions, Deloitte has appointed Deborah L. DeHaas to the new position of chief inclusion officer. DeHaas will continue to serve as vice chairman and central region managing partner, as well as a member of the board of directors...
April 18, 2012
NEW YORK, -- On Monday, June 25, 2012, MTV will be honored by The Trevor Project with the Trevor 2020 Award at "Trevor Live" presented by Audi of America and Wells Fargo (60 Chelsea Piers, NY, NY). The annual Pride season event benefits the life-saving, life-affirming work of The Trevor Project, a recent honoree of the White House as a Champion of Change for leadership and innovation in...
