BLOOMFIELD, Conn., Nov. 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Cigna
Corporation, a global health service company, has been named a
global industry leader in corporate sustainability for the fifth
consecutive year on the Dow Jones Sustainability
Indices (DJSI), the most prestigious honor for corporate
responsibility and sustainability performances. This honor includes
inclusion on both the Dow Jones Sustainability™ World Index (DJSI
World) and the Dow Jones Sustainability North America Index (DJSI
North America).
"We are guided by our mission, which is to improve the health,
well-being and peace of mind of those we serve," said Mary Tullis Engvall, senior director, corporate
responsibility, Cigna. "Corporate sustainability initiatives are
critical to all areas of our business – from the constant
innovation we are driving for our customers and clients to our
relentless focus on the health and wellbeing of our employees. We
are proud of this inclusion and remain committed to making a
difference."
Cigna's environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG)
framework, Cigna Connects, reflects the company's commitments
and societal impact. As recognized by DJSI, Cigna's focus on
building powerful connections to improve societal health and
well-being, contribute to a healthy environment, and deploy
inclusive business practices are detailed in its latest report.
Among others, these actions include:
- COVID-19 Disparities Initiative: Cigna provided critical
health care resources to a number of communities most at risk
through its health improvement tour. The tour distributed free flu
shots, personal protective equipment (PPE) and other COVID-19
resources.
- Diversity Scorecard: Growing from last year's Building
Equity and Equality Program, the company's first annual Diversity
Scorecard Report focused on DEI work across three critical areas –
colleagues, clinical, and communities.
- Supporting Minority-Owned Small Businesses: To help
minority and women-owned small and mid-size businesses, Cigna
rolled out a suite of innovative and customized health care plans
for companies with more than 25 employees that include health and
lifestyle services for specific health issues.
The DJSI World applies a transparent, rules-based constituent
selection process based on the companies' S&P Global ESG Score
resulting from the annual S&P Global Corporate Sustainability
Assessment (CSA). The CSA consists of a rigorous questionnaire
assessing both public and non-public data submitted by
participating companies. This year, more than 10,000 publicly
traded companies were invited to participate in the S&P Global
CSA.
About Cigna
Cigna Corporation is a global health service company dedicated
to improving the health, well-being, and peace of mind of those we
serve. Cigna delivers choice, predictability, affordability, and
access to quality care through integrated capabilities and
connected, personalized solutions that advance whole person health.
All products and services are provided exclusively by or through
operating subsidiaries of Cigna Corporation, including Cigna Health
and Life Insurance Company, Connecticut General Life Insurance
Company, Evernorth companies or their affiliates, and Express
Scripts companies or their affiliates. Such products and services
include an integrated suite of health services, such as medical,
dental, behavioral health, pharmacy, vision, supplemental benefits,
and other related products.
Cigna maintains sales capability in over 30 countries and
jurisdictions, and has more than 190 million customer relationships
around the world. To learn more about Cigna®, including links to
follow us on Facebook or Twitter, visit www.cigna.com
Media Contact
Meaghan MacDonald
1 (860) 840-1212
meaghan.macdonald@cigna.com
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