Helping our communities

Why the world needs us to give on GivingTuesday … and every day

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There has never been a better time to embrace the philosophy of GivingTuesday. Learn more about how you can get involved with giving back efforts.

Announcing Cisco Networking Academy’s Be the Bridge Award winners!

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Cisco Networking Academy Be the Bridge Awards celebrates the incredible things our education partners have made possible and their achievements.

Plentiful: Innovative technology elevates dignity for those experiencing food insecurity

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Food security remains a serious issue for many Americans. Plentiful offers an online reservation system to access local food pantries, eliminating long wait lines and inconvenient operating hours.

Housing First Rome, a unique partnership to end homelessness in Rome

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Formed by a unique partnership between Cisco and two non-profit organizations, the Housing First Rome initiative is on track to ending homelessness in Rome.

Three things we have learned about homelessness

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In honor of Homelessness and Hunger Awareness Week in the United States, here are 3 things we learned from Cisco's partnership with Destination: Home.

November 15, 2021

EXECUTIVE PLATFORM

Reflecting on twenty years of NetHope

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NetHope is a global consortium of nonprofit organizations that specializes in improving connectivity and collaboration among NGOs, serving tens of millions each year in 180+ countries. SVP of Corporate Affairs, Tae Yoo, reflects on Cisco's 20-year journey of NetHope and what lies ahead.

5 things you didn’t know about CSR at Cisco

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Cisco may be well known for its innovative industry-leading technology, but we also have a robust CSR program. Here are 5 initiatives CSR at Cisco is doing to power a more inclusive future for all.

Second Chance Justice Reform: Giving offenders a job-ready IT education

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This blog comes from Judge Aliyah Sabree. She shares more about the Second Chance Justice Reform Initiative which provides job-ready education in IT skills through Cisco Networking Academy.