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Large workplaces are a reflection of society, meaning the same tensions and challenges seen in communities can also surface in work environments. If left unaddressed, this can lead to conflict, disengagement, and reduced productivity. That’s why strong DE&I (Diversity, Equity & Inclusion) policies are critical. Businesses that foster inclusivity and belonging not only protect employees […]

Setting aside reporting requirements for now, (although it is a big part of why supplier engagement has become such a hot topic lately, trade and geopolitics being another), good supplier engagement practices simply make sense. All businesses should know what they are sourcing, how it’s made and where they are sourcing from, regardless of disclosure […]

Business in the Community Ireland (BITCI) unveils a preview of its latest Elevate, The Inclusive Workplace Pledge Report which clearly demonstrates that signatories continue to take action to make their workforce more inclusive but more can be done.  BITCI, as leaders in sustainability and social inclusion, initiated this Pledge to get companies to proactively measure, […]

New Figures confirm major contribution of corporates  Statement by Community Foundation Ireland and Business In the Community Ireland  Corporate philanthropy continues to thrive in Ireland, despite global challenges, according to insights shared at a national gathering of sector leaders in Dublin.  ‘Philanthropy in Action: Achieving Social Impact’ brought together leaders in policy, business and communities […]

Business in the Community Ireland’s (BITCI) congratulates Kingspan and Inver College, Carrickmacross, Co. Monaghan for partnering for the past decade to deliver its World of Work programme to 2nd years students. The nationwide World of Work programme provides industry insights to 2nd year DEIS students through corporate volunteers from a local company. The volunteers share […]

As BITCI celebrates its 25th anniversary, we are reflecting on the success of our educator-focused programmes Industry Insights for Teachers (IIT) and Management Excellence for Principals (MEP), which impacted over 620 educators in 2024. IIT is aimed at educators and career guidance counsellors, showcasing businesses and business sectors to school leavers. The programme comprises sessions […]

Business in the Community Ireland’s (BITCI) congratulates Fexco and Glounaguillagh National School, Killorglin, Co.Kerry for delivering it’s Time to Read and Time to Count programmes for the past decade.   The Time to Read programme aims is to build children’s confidence in reading and improve their fluency and comprehension when reading by pairing 2nd class children […]

Business in the Community Ireland (BITCI) and the DCU Institute for Climate and Society are today announcing an innovative partnership to accelerate corporate environmental action in Ireland. This partnership, an element of BITCI’s Accelerate: The Business Pact for Climate and Nature campaign, will focus on developing the ‘Climate Transition Plan Scorecard’. It will involve assessing […]

Two years ago, most people had never heard of the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD). When they did, the first thing most were struck by was the number 1100. This is the number of data points on which a company within scope of CSRD might have to disclose information – covering everything from incentive schemes […]