Inclusive Future

How sponsorship is a catalyst for change

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How sponsorship is a catalyst for change

Here’s an (un)fun fact: Almost 90 percent of companies had sponsorship programs in 2021, yet only 33 percent of Black employees actually had sponsors, and even fewer Black employees (23 percent) felt support to advance in their careers¹. More shocking? The number of Black employees with sponsors dropped as low as five percent² a year later.  We need to improve these numbers and Cisco believes The Multiplier Effect (TME) is part of the solution. Through sponsorship,…

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Time to Leverage the USDA’s Distance Learning and Telemedicine Program

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Time to Leverage the USDA’s Distance Learning and Telemedicine Program

Have you heard about the USDA’s Distance Learning and Telemedicine (DLT) program? In 2023 the U.S. Congress appropriated $60 million to DLT for use by organizations that provide education and healthcare services to communities in rural areas. According to the USDA, this funding is provided to help rural communities connect with each other and beyond as they seek to overcome the impacts of their remote locations and low populations. To help you learn more about…

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Paving the Way to a More Inclusive Future

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Paving the Way to a More Inclusive Future

As a first-generation college student and a woman of color, navigating my educational journey was a path I faced alone. Growing up with a single, hardworking mother, I learned the value of self-reliance and determination early on. Her unwavering support instilled in me a tenacity to always seek betterment and embrace challenges. While majoring in marketing and management at the University of Houston, scholarships became my gateway to education. Yet, it wasn’t just about securing…

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BEAD Funding: Grants Now Available to States and Cisco Customers

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BEAD Funding: Grants Now Available to States and Cisco Customers

Are you an Internet Service Provider or local government applying for the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Program to acquire telecommunications equipment, Internet and Wi-Fi infrastructure, network equipment, software, or cybersecurity solutions? Between 2025 and 2028, states will award more than $42 billion of BEAD funding to Cisco customers and potential customers. Funding will be awarded to Internet Service Providers, local and Tribal governments, non-profits, and others for the benefit of residences, businesses, and…

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5 Environmental Sustainability Trends for 2024

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5 Environmental Sustainability Trends for 2024

Reflections from COP28 and looking ahead to next year. The 28th Conference of the Parties (COP28) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) was recently held in Dubai, UAE, and brought government officials and heads of state, business leaders, young people, climate scientists, journalists and various experts together to accelerate global efforts to adapt to and mitigate the impacts of climate change. Reflections from COP28 I had the opportunity to spend a…

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The Next One Billion Lives

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The Next One Billion Lives

Last week, Cisco shared the news that we’ve achieved our ten-year goal to positively impact one billion lives through the Cisco Foundation, Social Impact grants, and Networking Academy – one year ahead of schedule. As the leaders of these organizations, we’ve never been prouder of the extraordinary work of our teams and our global nonprofit partners, and the contributions of leaders and employees across our company in innovating to help solve the world’s greatest challenges….

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Cisco's Commitment to Human Rights: A Tribute to the 75th Anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights

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Cisco's Commitment to Human Rights: A Tribute to the 75th Anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights

December 10 marks the 75th anniversary of the United Nations’ adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR), a landmark document that for the first time recognized  human rights and freedoms are inherent to all individuals, regardless of nationality, ethnicity, religion, or any other status. At Cisco, we’ve had a longstanding commitment to respect the human rights enumerated in the Declaration, among other treaties. We conduct human rights due diligence to identify and address…

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The Power of Purpose

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The Power of Purpose

Today we released our annual Purpose Report, which reflects and celebrates the past year’s work towards Powering an Inclusive Future for All—the progress we’ve made against our goals, and the people and lives we’ve touched. The report explores the theme, The Power of Purpose, because we recognize that when we intersect our business, technology, and a network of partners together with our purpose, we create a powerful force for lasting change. And we have some…

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Sharing the Cisco Networking Academy Vision

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Sharing the Cisco Networking Academy Vision

December 3 marks the United Nations’ International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPwD). Treating all people equitably is about more than justice. Inclusivity means that everyone can achieve their true potential, which is a benefit to society as a whole. Inclusivity is at the core of Cisco Networking Academy, but challenges remain. Merely collecting data about people with disabilities is a challenge, however. The Washington Group on Disability Statistics was established in 2001 to address the…

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An opportunity and a responsibility

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An opportunity and a responsibility

Cisco’s Chief Legal Officer shares her perspective on the power of pro bono work. Cisco’s purpose is to power a more inclusive future for all. This is not just abstract sentiment; our purpose is ingrained in everything we do. It guides the design of our technology, the culture we cultivate with our teams, and our efforts in the communities where we live and work. For three years running, Cisco has maintained more than 80 percent employee…

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