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Mondelez does its bit for Birmingham
Good causes in Bournville and neighbouring parts of Birmingham were visited by 250 members of Mondelez International’s research, development and quality (RDQ) team. The 250-strong team of volunteers headed out to a number of
Beatfreeks get political
Beatfreeks Collective, a Birmingham-based social enterprise, has taken a seat at the heart of British politics after being appointed secretariat for the influential All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) for Democratic Participation. The APPG is made up of MPs
from across the political spectrum and counts big names such as the UK’s only Green Party MP, Caroline Lucas, and the former Home Secretary, Lord David Blunkett, as members. With a focus on getting people
involved in politics, the non- partisan APPG has already commissioned research into issues such as voter registration reform
and voter ID checks. As the secretariat, Beatfreeks will play a key role in determining the focus of future research and in steering the direction of the Group. Anisa Haghdadi, founder and CEO
of Beatfreeks Collective, said: “We’re humbled to have been appointed as secretariat to the APPG on Democratic Participation. Despite the stereotypes having you believe otherwise, young people are political. “We are committed to
enfranchising more people in speaking truth to power and this national platform will allow us to reach politicians and policymakers in the heart of Westminster. Even more exciting that we are doing it from the centre of Birmingham.”
different local community partners including Rowheath Pavilion, Bournville Community Hub and Selly Oak Nursery to celebrate ‘Purpose Day’ – marking the anniversary of the business and one year of the company’s new ‘Snacking Made Right’ strategy. Volunteers also supported
Age UK Birmingham, hosting a group of local beneficiaries for coffee, cake and bingo at the Cadbury Club. The Cadbury archives team from Bournville were also on hand with a Cadbury heritage display – bringing back happy memories for the group. The activity formed part of the current Cadbury partnership with
‘Giving back to local communities is such an important part of who we are’
Age UK and the ‘donate your words’ campaign – bringing awareness to the 225,000 older people in the UK who often go a whole week without speaking to anyone. Last year, colleagues at the Bournville site committed a record
4,000 hour of volunteering, and following the RDQ team’s determination they look set to break the record again in 2019. Ian Noble leads the Bournville RDQ team at Mondelez International
and headed up the Purpose Day activity. He said: “Giving back to local communities is such an important part
of who we are as a business. It was important to the founders of our business and it’s still very much part of our values and purpose as a business today.”
Education Excellence & Character Development
“Calling business leaders and professionals to play their part in raising academic and social aspirations of today’s school pupils”
Can you give your time to help inspire and share your knowledge and stories with our students and staff or mentor our budding entrepreneurs?
We have a range of opportunities whether you have 30 minutes or want
a more long term commitment, whether you can come to Birmingham or live across the world. Your support will make a huge difference to our school pupils.
Please let us know how you can help!
• Talking to applicants about your time as a student at University • Advising on the school curriculum for your subject or profession • Willing to take an active role in the Parents and Partners Group • Providing work placements, shadowing or internships for current students • Providing careers advice to current students • Providing a venue for student/school events • Board/committee membership • Giving occasional lectures in your discipline or careerrelated area • Fundraising for school activities, resources or special events
For further information please contact:
Stephen Brooks Business & External Relations Manager
32 CHAMBERLINK November 2019 King Solomon International Business School
Lord St • Aston Waterlinks • Birmingham • B7 4AA T: 0121 357 1905
E:
sbrooks@kingsolomonibs.com W:
www.kingsolomonibs.com
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