Social Impact

Preserving Culture Through Technology: An Unforgettable Experience in the Arctic

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Preserving Culture Through Technology: An Unforgettable Experience in the Arctic

In June 2024, two of my passions—Native American culture and technology—converged at the top of the world. Along with a small team from Cisco and IP Consulting, an African American Cisco Partner, I journeyed to Utqiaġvik (Barrow) Alaska, to support IỊisaġvik College and the Iñupiaq Alaska Native Tribe. My visit was a bucket list item I didn’t know I had until I was there. We weren’t there to change the Iñupiaq culture but to help…

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Driving social impact at work: A rewarding collaboration with WWF-Australia

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Driving social impact at work: A rewarding collaboration with WWF-Australia

Ever wonder how you can champion a cause you believe in at work? I sat down with a leader in the Asia, Pacific, Japan, and China (APJC) region to learn about how she harnessed her roles within Cisco—both in the Cisco Customer Experience team and as a core team volunteer with the Cisco Green Team Network Inclusive Community, one of Cisco’s employee resource groups (ERGs), dedicated to connecting Cisco employees for social and environmental actions….

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Beyond Philanthropy: The Cisco Foundation's Commitment to Thriving Communities

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Beyond Philanthropy: The Cisco Foundation's Commitment to Thriving Communities

For over 25 years, the Cisco Foundation has been on a mission to shape the future through a deeply held commitment to the greater good. A mission to create a healthy planet. Thriving communities. A world in which everyone can reach their full potential. Our mission has never been more important. And the Cisco Foundation continues to expand the ways we fulfill it – bringing the best of Cisco’s technology, resources, and expertise to develop…

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Embracing neurodiversity: The key to unlocking hidden talent in the workforce

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Embracing neurodiversity: The key to unlocking hidden talent in the workforce

The technology sector is undergoing a seismic shift, not only in terms of the rapid adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) but also in how companies recruit and leverage talent. As AI transforms the industry and recruitment processes, organizations are beginning to understand the immense value of hiring neurodivergent talent—individuals whose brains function differently than what’s considered “typical” and who often excel in areas overlooked by traditional hiring methods. This shift opens new doors, particularly for…

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Cisco's Vision for an Inclusive Future

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Cisco's Vision for an Inclusive Future

Nearly forty years ago, Cisco set out to connect the world with our technology and to deliver innovation — and unique value — to our customers, employees, partners and communities at large.  To build a business that’s great to work with — and great to work for — committed to the greater good and making the world a better place. In 2020, these deeply held commitments gave rise to Cisco’s Purpose to Power an Inclusive…

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Celebrating Latin and Hispanic Heritage Month

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Celebrating Latin and Hispanic Heritage Month

Latin and Hispanic Heritage Month (LHHM) is observed from September 15 to October 15, and is a time to celebrate the rich history, traditions, and contributions of Latin communities worldwide. It’s an opportunity to reflect on the origins of Latin and Hispanic people, acknowledging the diverse roots that shape our identities, including the cultures, languages, and values passed down through generations. This month allows us to honor our achievements and stories while recognizing the struggles…

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Transforming underserved communities and fostering sustainable growth through entrepreneurial endeavors

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Transforming underserved communities and fostering sustainable growth through entrepreneurial endeavors

The Social Impact Partner Spotlight series highlights various Cisco non-profit organization partners that are helping transform the lives of individuals and communities. This blog features Cisco’s partnership with Agora Partnerships, Bridge International, CARE Peru, Centro Community Partners, Defy Ventures, and Hand in Hand International, highlighting the transformative work each of these organizations are doing in the entrepreneurial and economic empowerment space, especially for underserved communities. World Entrepreneurs Day 2024, observed on August 21, celebrates the ingenuity and…

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Empowering youth worldwide toward a more sustainable and digitally resilient future

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Empowering youth worldwide toward a more sustainable and digitally resilient future

The Social Impact Partner Spotlight series highlights various Cisco non-profit organization partners that are helping transform the lives of individuals and communities. This blog features Cisco’s partnership with the Raspberry Pi Foundation and Digital Opportunity Trust, highlighting the amazing work these organizations are doing to support and nurture the creativity, resiliency, and leadership of youths worldwide.  International Youth Day 2024, celebrated on August 12, shines a spotlight on the boundless potential and innovative spirit of young people…

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Breaking through barriers: Upwardly Global helps work-authorized immigrants secure meaningful U.S. employment

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Breaking through barriers: Upwardly Global helps work-authorized immigrants secure meaningful U.S. employment

As Cisco’s commitment to our purpose to power an inclusive future for all drives us forward, we continue expand how we use our technology, our people, our resources, and our networks to address inequities and open more opportunities for more people. To power this kind of future, we work closely with nonprofit partners who provide people with equitable access to the knowledge, skills, and resources needed to support themselves and their families toward long-term resilience…

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Cisco takes a quantum leap ahead to build a more inclusive future

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Cisco takes a quantum leap ahead to build a more inclusive future

Dr. Prineha Narang, Founder and CTO, Aliro Quantum Dr. Prineha Narang never set out to be an entrepreneur. But then the university professor’s students and postdoctoral scholars started asking if quantum networking was ready for commercialization. As they worked on answering that question, she realized the time was right to dive into a new world. Today, Narang wears several hats. She is a professor of physical sciences and electrical and computer engineering at the University…

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