International Paper Taking Action to Address Period Poverty
International Paper has received the 2022 AF&PA Sustainability Award for its efforts to combat period poverty through employee volunteer initiatives.
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International Paper has received the 2022 AF&PA Sustainability Award for its efforts to combat period poverty through employee volunteer initiatives. In 2021, 13 facilities provided nearly 5,000 period care kits, while this year aims to distribute five times that amount with the support of 45 facilities globally. The company emphasizes its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, along with a focus on community giving. International Paper operates worldwide, generating net sales of $19.4 billion in 2021.
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- Recognition through the 2022 AF&PA Sustainability Award highlights commitment to corporate social responsibility.
- Expansion of period care kit distribution indicates a significant increase in community support, scaling from nearly 5,000 kits last year to a target of 25,000 this year.
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NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / January 5, 2023 / International Paper's efforts to fight period poverty won a 2022 AF&PA Sustainability Award in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. In 2021, 13 International Paper facilities hosted volunteer packing events with employees to provide nearly 5,000 period care kits to their communities. This year, they're set to distribute 5 times that number with support from 45 facilities across the U.S. and around the world.
"I am continually in awe of the care and enthusiasm of our employees around the globe to give back to their communities. Their generosity of spirit inspires me," said Dr. Shaw.
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About International Paper
International Paper (NYSE:IP) is a leading global supplier of renewable fiber-based products. We produce corrugated packaging products that protect and promote goods, and enable worldwide commerce, and pulp for diapers, tissue and other personal care products that promote health and wellness. Headquartered in Memphis, Tenn., we employ approximately 38,000 colleagues globally. We serve customers worldwide, with manufacturing operations in North America, Latin America, North Africa and Europe. Net sales for 2021 were
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