FARMINGTON, Conn., Sept. 29, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Otis
Worldwide Corporation (NYSE: OTIS) has launched a new global
corporate social responsibility (CSR) program focused on advancing
youth STEM education and inclusive mobility solutions. Otis is the
world's leading company for elevator and escalator manufacturing,
installation and service.
"We are deeply committed to global citizenship and are proud to
advocate for inclusivity and sustainable solutions in our
communities through this program," said Otis President & CEO Judy Marks. "As a company that created an
industry and transformed how people live and work, we look forward
to doing our part to further shape the world we live in for
generations to come."
Made to Move Communities™ is an annual global student challenge
that will inspire creative, STEM-based solutions for real-world
mobility issues. Students in the program's first year will focus
their research on mobility solutions for those communities most
affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. According to the United Nations
2020 Sustainable Development Goals report, over 90 percent of
COVID-19 cases are in urban areas. During the challenge, students
are free to explore solutions that enhance connectivity and
productivity; education, employment, medical care and social
services. For example, this could include challenges with public
transportation or mobility access for those with disabilities. The
2020/2021 program will be conducted virtually to support a safe
learning experience for students.
The program's goals align with "Our Commitment to Change"
announced in August, as the company expands upon its ongoing
commitment to STEM and vocational education, joining with community
and business partners to invest in and build a diverse talent
pipeline. Through hundreds of dedicated employee mentorship hours
and STEM program grants, Made to Move Communities aims to make
meaningful impact.
"We know that the STEM skills gap may leave millions of
positions in the manufacturing industry unfilled over the next
decade," said Laurie Havanec,
Executive Vice President & Chief People Officer. "This is one
way to start to close that gap. We are harnessing our passion,
resources and commitment to help young minds explore new ways to
give people freedom to connect and thrive in a taller, faster,
smarter world."
The student program will take place in phases across each of
Otis' four geographic regions, beginning in October 2020 and concluding in March 2021. Schools from Brazil, China, Germany, Hong
Kong, Japan, Russia, Singapore, Spain and the United
States will participate in the inaugural program. Otis
intends to build on the successes from this pilot year, growing the
number of locations, students and employees involved – and the
reach and impact of the program – each year.
About Otis
Built on a legacy of innovation, Otis was
founded in 1853 after Elisha Otis invented the elevator
safety brake, giving rise to the modern city, transforming how
people live and work, and revolutionizing architecture itself.
Today, we are the world's leading company for elevator and
escalator manufacturing, installation and service. We move 2
billion people a day and maintain more than 2 million customer
units worldwide, the industry's largest maintenance portfolio. We
can be found in many of the world's most recognizable buildings, as
well as the busiest transportation hubs and retail centers – we are
everywhere people are on the move. Headquartered
in Connecticut, USA, Otis is
69,000 people strong, including 40,000 field professionals, all
committed to meeting the diverse needs of our customers and
passengers in more than 200 countries and territories worldwide. To
learn more, visit www.otis.com and follow us on LinkedIn,
Instagram, Facebook and Twitter @OtisElevatorCo.
Media Contact:
Ray Hernandez
+1-860-674-3029
Ray.Hernandez@otis.com
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