Stimulating the senses through shapes, textures and smells., Institut National des Jeunes Aveugles (INJA, National Institute for Young Blinds) is a public organisation under the French Ministry of Social Affairs created in 1784. Louis Braille, the inventor of the universally adopted tactile alphabet was a former student and then professor at the Institute. By facilitating the access to knowledge, communication and relationship, the INJA has the objective…, Find out more about our health projects in communities where Givaudan employees work:, [givaudan_gallery:621]
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Changing food behaviour to reduce child obesity and its consequences on health, Malnutrition and obesity are important public health issues in Brazil. A survey conducted in 2009 revealed that one in three Brazilian children aged 5 to 9 years old was identified as being overweight. The situation had worsened over the previous 20 years, in particular in urban areas and in the Southeast region of the country. Being overweight or obese can have a serious impact on health. Brazil…, “Good food habits early in life can influence the health and nutrition of these children for the rest of their lives.”, Rosani Molina Carvalho, School Principal, > Back to projects overview page
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Promoting ginger cultivation for smallholder farmers to generate additional revenues through training in good agricultural practices., South-east Madagascar is subject to a harsh climate with recurring droughts and occasional hurricanes. The inhabitants mostly live from small scale agriculture centred on rice production that is dedicated primarily to self-consumption with only part of the crop being sold. The crops are subject to the weather conditions and as a consequence incomes are modest and irregular, causing a high…
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Nutritionally balanced meals for vulnerable families., Households living on the poverty line often struggle to afford balanced and nutritious diet. In the town of Milton Keynes in Buckinghamshire, England, a local food bank provides support to families in need through emergency food parcels that are available from a shop manned by volunteers from the community. Givaudan chef Givaudan chef Employees from the local Givaudan plant have had a long-term…, I am humbled by the continued efforts of the team to deliver this project. It has also been heartwarming to see the positive feedback from the recipients of the meal kits. We have impacted many with our efforts and this makes us very happy, ., Debbie, Givaudan employee, > Back to projects overview , Find out more about our health projects in communities where Givaudan employees work:, [givaudan_gallery:621]
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Helping visually impaired adults accessing the professional market., The professional integration and thus social inclusion of visually impaired or blind people continue to present challenges that are sometimes due to the absence of accompanying structures to support their employability. Alter'massage Alter'massage To address this issue and with a desire to support their local communities, Givaudan volunteers from French Givaudan sites (Argenteuil and Pomacle),…, Find out more about our education projects in communities where Givaudan employees work:, [givaudan_gallery:616]
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A conversation between André Hoffmann, President of the Givaudan Foundation and Laetitia Vuillemenot, Operations Manager. During the first InTent event on Ethics and Sustainability in Business, André Hoffmann interviewed Laetitia Vuillemenot who shared the inspiring story behind Givaudan's initiative to reinforce its commitment towards the communities in which it operates. Click below to watch…
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Cooking activities as a means to contribute to their independence., Autism is a disorder that notably affects social abilities and communication skills. Its form can greatly vary from one person to another, with some people requiring more support in their daily lives than others. USA - Our House Foundation USA - Our House Foundation In New Jersey, to support the development and autonomy in daily lives of adults living with autism, we financed the construction…, Find out more about our health projects in communities where Givaudan employees work:, [givaudan_gallery:621]
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A collaboration with the Red Cross to support vulnerable families., The Hungarian Red Cross has provided help to families living in the region of Makó in south-east Hungary for decades. This programme, supported by Makó’s local authority, aims to provide assistance and relief in terms of food, clothing and basic supplies to families in need at specific times of the year such as beginning of the school year or Christmas. Hungary school supplies donation Hungary…, Find out more about our health projects in communities where Givaudan employees work:, [givaudan_gallery:621]
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On the path of Louis Braille., For years, blindness has been a major obstacle to access to education and to social integration. However, a French citizen was to change this situation. Born in 1809, Louis Braille lost sight in both eyes as a result of an early childhood accident. As a student, he developed a tactile writing system that has been adopted worldwide and has helped enable access to education and culture for blind…, “Smells that can tell an intimate story or evoke precise memories from childhood must offer an even greater dimension to someone who has lost their sight. This project was the opportunity to work in an enthusiastic environment free of competition and with the sole aim of pleasing future visitors.”, Sylvaine, Flavourist and Maxence, Perfumer, > Back to projects overview , Find out more about our health projects in communities where Givaudan employees work:, [givaudan_gallery:621]
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A global initiative to deliver positive climate impacts in partnership with naturals sourcing communities., Alongside rapid decarbonization, Natural Climate Solutions are essential to deliver a net-zero future. Solutions such as reforestation, forest conservation or regenerative agriculture enable emission reductions as well as capture and storage of emissions from the atmosphere. In line with Givaudan’s bold climate ambitions, we have looked at implementing further community-based initiatives that…, Find out more about our environmental projects in communities where Givaudan sources natural ingredients:, [givaudan_gallery:601]
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