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This Veterans Day, Blue Yonder associate Dan Sparks encourages you to not only thank a veteran for their service, but to take a minute to ask how their transition to civilian life is going. Sadly, many servicemembers are not adequately prepared to “switch gears” to settle into the civilian world. Read his blog where he shares three points that were shared with him that helped his transition.
With the U.S. elections coming up, Blue Yonder’s Kellie Allmon-Davis shares why participating in the voting process is important and how she took it a step further and volunteers to work the polls on election day.
** This blog talks about child loss and may be triggering for some people. ** October is National Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month. This month is reserved to honor and remember those who have lost a child during pregnancy or lost a child in infancy. Blue Yonder associates share their personal stories of loss and how they dealt with the grief. We hope this blog serves as a support for others who may be suffering a similar loss and an educational piece for those who know someone who was impacted by such a loss. Here’s my story:
Today’s DIVE In blog is all about how engagement from the majority can contribute to a more diversified workplace. Karen Brown, Director of Engineering, and Meinir Childs, Director of Supply Chain, with Sainsbury’s are both successful female leaders in the tech and supply chain field. They value the importance of inclusion and diversity and kindly shared their insights with us, including why it is important to have allies and the support of everyone to achieve diversity. You can watch their conversation in this Blue Yonder Live session.
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. People all over the world come together to show their support for those that have been affected by breast cancer and to raise awareness. In this DIVE In blog, Blue Yonder associates share their stories of what breast cancer awareness month means to them and how they have been impacted by the disease.
National Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated each year from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15 and honors the histories, cultures, and contributions of Americans with ancestors who immigrated from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, Central America, or South America. Blue Yonder associate Yolanda Vargas-Kohler commemorates this month in her unique way by reflecting on her charitable endeavors that honor her family, culture, and heritage.
In today’s DIVE In blog, Inge Keymolen, Director of Digital Transformation Logistics at AB InBev, shares her thoughts on diversity and inclusion, personal anecdotes, and advice to reach your goals in our “Fearless Females of Supply Chain” Blue Yonder Live. A Blue Yonder customer, Inge has over 20 years of experience in supply chain. Like so many of our other customers, her knowledge and expertise provide inspiration that allows us to build a more equitable and diverse world. She offers insight into her obstacles and how being yourself is the most vital ingredient for success.
The annual International Day of Charity is observed on the 5th of September. The prime purpose of the day is to raise awareness and provide a common platform for charity-related activities all over the world. The day serves as a reminder that simple acts of charity can alleviate the worst effects of humanitarian crises and create more inclusive and resilient societies.
September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month and Sept. 10 is World Suicide Prevention Day. Both are meant to raise awareness of this sensitive and stigmatized topic. Globally, over one in every 100 deaths were a result of suicide in 2019. The global rate of suicide is twice as high in men as it is in women. Learn more in this infographic from the International Association for Suicide Prevention.
September is National Guide Dog Month in the U.S., honoring the work of guide dogs and raising awareness, appreciation, and support for assistance dogs. These four-legged companions go through rigorous training to properly assist their humans and keep them safe. UK-based associate Heather Wildman shares her experience as a volunteer who trains assistance dogs.
