Ericsson ’ s Technology for Good initiatives now positively impact 89 million people through programs like Connect To Learn and Ericsson Response . The Connect To Learn global education initiative has been launched in 23 countries and benefits more than 80,000 students .
In October 2016 , in the aftermath of Hurricane Matthew in Haiti , Ericsson Response employee volunteers responded on behalf of our partner , the World Food Programme . Volunteers deployed and ran emergency telecoms equipment and provided technical expertise , establishing 16 sites to support humanitarian relief organizations .
Responsible business
Ericsson recognizes that conducting business responsibly is fundamental to our company values and we focus on continuously strengthening our programs and processes each year . In 2016 , we made our first statement on
Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking for the Ericsson Group . The Company has a zero-tolerance approach to corruption , and significantly strengthened its anti-corruption program during 2016 .
As part of the Sales Compliance process , more than 600 cases were reviewed . For the third year in a row , Ericsson reported according to the United Nations Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights reporting framework – and remains the only ICT company to do so . Together with World Childhood Foundation , we launched a mobile learning app for parents , teachers and caretakers to prevent and detect child sexual abuse .
Middle East Region
“ When it comes to the Middle East , we are involved in the transformation of the region through the opportunities that technology and innovation can offer to society ,” said Rafiah Ibrahim , Head of Ericsson Middle East and East Africa .
38 Renewable Green Leaders • May 2017