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Disney Pledges $5 Million To Support Nonprofit Organizations That Advance Social Justice

The Walt Disney Company has pledged $5 million to support nonprofit organizations that advance social justice, beginning with a $2 million donation to the NAACP to further their longstanding work promoting social justice by eliminating disparities and racial discrimination through their advocacy and education programs. “The killing of George Floyd has forced our nation to […]

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Walt Disney Company Speaks Out Against Racism In Widespread Social Media Campaign

After releasing a statement about racial disparities on May 31st, The Walt Disney Company and many of its subsidiaries have taken a stand against racism via a widespread social media campaign. Across the company, instagram streams including @disney, @pixar, @disneyanimation, @waltdisneyimagineering, @waltdisneyarchives, and more posted a straightforward message against racism, while other subsidiaries posted similar […]

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Walt Disney Company issues a statement in a time of unrest in the US

The Walt Disney Company has just issued a statement in this time of unrest due to the killing of George Floyd. Dear Fellow Employee, The recent killing of George Floyd as well as other instances of lethal attacks and harassment of unarmed black citizens in our nation continue to drive outrage and calls for action […]

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“Issues of Racial Disparity” Addressed By Disney Chairman Bob Iger in New Statement From The Walt Disney Company

In response to recent events, the Walt Disney Company has released a statement addressing their approach and stance on “issues of racial disparity.” Walt Disney Company Logo Today, Walt Disney Company chairman Bob Iger tweeted about the statement, noting it was endorsed by himself, Disney CEO Bob Chapek, and Chief Diversity Officer Latondra Newton. Below […]

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News! New Walt Disney Company Treasurer Announced

Earlier this month, The Walt Disney Company announced a wave of leadership shifts. Disney Springs These changes included appointing new park presidents for both Disney World and Disneyland, naming Josh D’Amaro the Chairman of Disney Parks, Experiences, and Products, and shifting Rebecca Campbell into the role of Chairman for the Direct-To Consumer sector. And now, […]