Our ESG ambition
Strengthening our communities
We’re committed to supporting and investing in our communities to deliver meaningful, positive change.
Our ethos to ‘make the difference’ inspires us to tackle global issues at a local level.
Our aim is to help strengthen the communities where we live and work, and those our clients serve. We support communities through corporate giving by donating, fundraising, completing pro-bono work and staff volunteering for charities around the world.
We also remain flexible so we can respond in times of crisis. For example, we sponsored a second convoy with Ukrainian Action in 2023, following a successful trip the previous summer. Ukrainian Action fills trucks with humanitarian aid (everything from blankets to laptops) and volunteers then drive them to Poland to be taken across the border into Ukraine.
Making a difference where it matters
We’re committed to identifying the needs of the most vulnerable so we can deliver real change.
We want to do this in ways that drive the greatest impact and are aligned with our business and values. This means aiming for depth rather than breadth, which gives us the opportunity to build meaningful relationships and knowledge in these areas.
Fulfilling our commitment means:
- Identifying and partnering with charity-based organisations taking a needs-based approach.
- Engaging with local networking and fundraising initiatives.
- Encouraging our people to volunteer on a skilled and un-skilled basis.
Taking local action to support our communities
The challenges facing communities vary enormously, so we rely on our local teams to decide on the action they can take to have the most meaningful impact.
Our colleagues use volunteering days to get involved in social and environmental causes close to their hearts, build connections within our communities, and develop new skills.
Every two years, our global Day of Giving raises money for good causes and gives our employees another chance to volunteer their skills and time to charities and environmental initiatives. From book swaps in Australia and charity walks in the UK to laptop donations in Shanghai and orphanage volunteering in Nigeria, everyone gets involved at a local level.
Our areas of action
Restoring the natural environment
We’re committed to reducing our carbon (greenhouse gas) emissions, helping restore nature, and advocating for climate resilience.
Creating an inclusive workplace
We’re committed to being an inclusive business, where everyone’s potential is unlocked, and difference is celebrated and valued.
Strengthening our communities
We’re committed to supporting our communities, by understanding their needs and addressing local challenges through corporate investment and partnerships.
