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What's New
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Consolidation of RCT and CUIT Trusts Completed
The previously announced consolidation of CUIT and RCT has been completed. Effective May 14, all RCT Funds will be renamed as CUIT Funds. Read more about the consolidation here, or read our FAQ here.
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CBIS Works to Stop Human Trafficking at the London Olympics
CBIS is leading and international investor coalition to encourage companies to take action against human trafficking at The London Olympics. Read our press release and letter to companies.
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CBIS Attends Newmont Mining's 2012 Annual General Meeting
On April 24, CBIS and a coalition of shareholders and NGOs questioned company senior management and the Board of Directors about the operational and reputational risks Newmont faces in Peru, and emphasized the need for the Free, Prior and Informed Consent (FPIC) of local communities where Newmont operates. Read the press release here.
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CBIS Introduces Shareholder Resolution Calling for Independent Chair at News Corporation
In the wake of continuing revelations about journalistic misconduct and a history of poor corporate governance, CBIS has filed a resolution calling for News Corp to appoint an independent chair. Read the press release here.
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CBIS CIO Frank Haines Comments on Current Market Conditions
As the sovereign debt crisis in Europe continues, investor trust and confidence has been tested. In his latest market commentary, CBIS CIO Frank Haines offers his perspective on the European debt situation and its potential impact on global markets. Click here to read.
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CBIS and Coalition of Socially Responsible Investors Urge House Leaders to Act on Anti-Human-Trafficking Bill
CBIS and members of SIF and ICCR have sent a letter to House leadership urging them to act on H.R. 2759, the Business Transparency on Trafficking and Slavery Act. If passed, the law will require companies to disclose measures taken to prevent human rights abuses in their supply chains. To read the press release and view the letter, click here.
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Q4 Issue of Principles Now Available
The latest issue of Principles, CBIS' quarterly newsletter, has
been posted. Highlights of this issue include a preview of 2012 Active Ownership initiatives, information about the upcoming board consolidation, and a discussion of changes in the RCT Flex Cash and Short Bond Funds. Click here to download a printable PDF version, or read it online here.
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CBIS and ICCR Applaud Wyndham Hotels for Signing The Code
CBIS and ICCR congratulate Wyndham Hotels for signing The Tourism Child-Protection Code of Conduct ("The Code"). Click here to read more and see the press release issued by ECPAT, the sponsor of The Code.
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SAVE THE DATE -- Rome Gathering
The 2012 Rome Gathering will be held on Wednesday, February 1, 2012, in Rome, Italy. Please watch your mail for more details.
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Changes to RCT and CUIT Announced
On November 30, 2011, the Chairs of the RCT and CUIT Boards announced plans to consolidate into a single trust, offering participants a unified voice in guiding and protecting their investments. Click here for more information.
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Watch a Replay of Webinar on Fighting Human Trafficking
On November 21, CBIS partnered with ICCR and Rabbis for Human Rights -- North America to present "How Individuals, Faith-based Communities and Investors Can Combat Modern Slavery," a webinar featuring Ambassador Luis CdeBaca, Director of the State Department's Office to Monitor and Combat Trafficking in Persons. Click here to learn more and watch a replay of the webinar.
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CBIS Releases Guide to Help Companies Stop Human Trafficking
CBIS has co-authored a guide to help companies combat human trafficking risks in supply chains: "Effective Supply Chain Accountability: Investor Guidance on Implementation of The California Transparency in Supply Chains Act and Beyond." Click here to download the guide or read our press release here.
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CBIS Announces Changes to RCT Flex Cash Fund and RCT Short Bond Fund
In response to the continuing low-interest-rate environment and market volatility, CBIS has announced changes to the RCT Flex Cash Fund and RCT Short Bond Fund. Read more here.
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SRI News
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Investors Call for Steps to Eliminate Sex Trafficking at London Olympics
5/8/2012 - ICCR members and other investors write to airlines, hotel chains, and corporate sponsors of the Games, and launch website to encourage public involvement in ending human sex trafficking.
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Chesapeake Energy Agrees to Separation of Chair and CEO
5/7/2012 - The controversial oil and gas company agrees to a key corporate governance reform after widespread criticism of an arrangement allowing CEO Aubrey McClendon to borrow more than a billion dollars from its treasury.
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Sustainable Investment by Pension Funds Total Less than One Percent of Assets
5/4/2012 - Despite the necessity of a low-carbon economy and the opportunities for investment in the transition, efforts by governments and institutional investors remain inadequate. Second of a two-part series.
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Eurosif Outlines ESG Risks to Media Companies
4/20/2012 - The fast-changing media sector faces risks associated with trust, freedom of expression, and diversity, and a report cites examples of best practice in an environment dominated by the News Corporation's phone hacking scandal.
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Shareowners Vote Down Citigroup Pay Package
4/18/2012 - Fifty-five percent of Citigroup's shareowners vote against the executive compensation package proposed by management, marking the first time that shareowners have done so at a big bank.
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JPMorgan Chase Faces Investing in Genocide Resolution
4/13/2012 - For the second year, Investors Against Genocide submits shareowner proposal addressing JPMorgan Chase's extensive holdings in PetroChina, a corporate contributor to genocide in Sudan.
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Companies Advised to Address Risks in Supply Chains
4/12/2012 - A Procurement Report from Eurosif establishes the business case for addressing environmental and social risks in corporate supply chains, and recommends that investors assess the exposure of companies in their portfolios.
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Shareowner Resolution Calls for Independent Board Chair at News Corporation
4/4/2012 - Christian Brothers Investment Services resubmits proposal introduced at the media giant's annual meeting last October, citing the company's inaction in implementing reforms in the wake of phone hacking scandal.
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Green Jobs Topped Three Million in 2010
4/3/2012 - In its first-ever tally of green jobs, the US Bureau of Labor Statistics counts 3.1 million jobs in businesses that benefit the environment or conserve natural resources.
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Climate Change Imperils Coastal Cities in US
3/21/2012 - In a new report, Climate Central finds that millions of US residents are at risk from rising sea levels and increasing numbers of storm surges.
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PRI Signatories Challenge 29 Corporations to Meet Their Obligations to Report
3/17/2012 - The companies are members of the UN Global Compact but have failed to submit an annual Communication on Progress as required.
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James Murdoch Steps Down at News International
3/12/2012 - Christian Brothers Investment Services welcomes the move as a small first step, but calls for additional corporate governance reforms at the media giant.
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ICCR Focuses on Dialogues More than Resolutions in Corporate Engagement
2/14/2012 - SocialFunds.com talks with Laura Berry about the Interfaith Center on Corporate Responsibility's shift in emphasis from filing shareowner resolutions to corporate engagement through dialogues.
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Shareowners Continue Campaign for Disclosure of Risks Associated with Fracking
2/10/2012 - Ten shareowner resolutions addressing hydraulic fracturing have been filed thus far for the 2012 proxy season, and proponents for improved disclosure look to improve upon last year's 40% vote in support.
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Partners
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CBIS Global
CBIS Global is the European division of CBIS, providing ethical investment management to Catholic institutions in Europe and beyond. CBIS Global is the sponsor of CBIS Global Funds plc headquartered in Dublin. CBIS Global also operates a service centre in Rome, Italy.
Christian Brothers Services (CBS)
CBS administers high quality, cost-effective, cooperative programs for
Employee Health & Welfare Programs, Religious Medical Programs,
Retirement Programs, and Risk Management Programs.
Partners for the Common Good (PCG)
PCG's mission is to promote economic justice and social change by providing access to debt capital to community-based ventures.
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