CulturALL by BNP Paribas

SAVE THE DATE! The next session of our InfluenceALL series will take place on 4 December at 9:00 AM CET / 5:00 PM JST online. ?? We are so excited to have our first ever hashtag #APAC episode featuring Tony Leung, Head of Territory for BNP Paribas Japan. Tony has been head of the territory since March 2023, and CEO for BNP Paribas Securities Japan since October 2017.?Prior to his relocation to hashtag #Tokyo, Tony was the COO for Global Markets APAC based in Hong Kong. With over 30 years of experience in banking, and working in front office businesses, including Equities and Global Markets, Tony has deep expertise in supporting clients across the region. ?? Join us to learn more about Tony’s experience, professional and personal journey, and his commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. Feel free to share the invitation with your BNP Paribas colleagues! Gladyss Moradel Bernadine Jules, CCIP Patrick Ntinu Jeremy Adjamagbo @Nataliya Prokopchuk Julia Schmidt Marieke van Zuien José Placido Claudia Neves Oliveira Bijou Tshiunza Remi Thélu Claudine Smith Fabrice Segui Przemek Gdanski (he/him) Laiz Carvalho Yulia Kadulina Taais Jacobs Grosse Vicky Lo Audrey AWADE

Wishing for justice, peace, love and forgiveness for this blessed Eid.

We shared an article earlier this week outlining different ways of parenting accross cultures. We gathered some further tips on parenting while living abroad for you below ????

Between 20 and 24 of May last, EthniCity organized the first week devoted to Africa in the various BNP Paribas offices in Portugal! In what was a rather disruptive attitude on our side, we decided to not only have one event but to dedicate a whole week to celebrating this very rich and undervalued continent. We started the week with an online session led by Raquel Machaqueiro , anthropologist that currently works with the Slave Wrecks Project as a postdoctoral associate in the Anthropology Department, leading community engagement initiatives in Portugal about racism, cultural heritage, and diversity & inclusion. She took us on a journey through 19th century history, African heritage, the impacts of slavery in our landscape, and why is so important to talk about slavery today. On the second day we held this year's first literary meeting in our book club, "BOLK, Changing Wor(l. ds)", where we met to discuss the various books of African authors that we had read. Mid-week, we had an expressive African dance performance led by our very dear colleague Mariama Sani , artistically known as Sani Dubois. With 'Enraizar', her body is a tool for expression, and each movement tells a story, an emotion. We even had the chance to try out some moves that Mariama shared with us and the energy in the room was of contagious joy and acceptance. We finished the week with the first Get together of the network and it was so good to get to know in person the faces of those who support us and get real feedback about everything we're developing. On Tuesday and Wednesday, we also had the first African market in our offices in Lisbon and Oporto in partnership with Afrolink Paula Cardoso . At our disposal in our canteens, we had stalls selling beauty and home products, fashion accessories, clothes, candles and gastronomy. It was a success! We could not be happier to organize this event, and we would like to thank our Sponsors Olivier Perrain Arturo John and Rodrey Derand, our Head of DEI Luciana Peres and our Head of HR Sylvie Le Pottier. To BNP Paribas Lisbon and Oporto facilities team, our DEI colleagues Pedro Gustavo Veiga and Beatriz Almeida and to our speakers and partners for helping us to make this happen!

SAVE THE DATE! The next session of our InfluenceALL series will take place on June 17th at 4:00 PM CET / 10:00 AM EST online. ?? Our guest will be Taais Jacobs Grosse, Global Head of Compliance at BNP Paribas Leasing Solutions.?She has had a remarkable career journey spanning various roles within Compliance in France and the US. Taais has a diverse education path. She obtained a Master of Science in Foreign Service, with a concentration in Global Commerce and Finance, from Georgetown University in 2007, and a Bachelor of Arts in International Relations and French Civilization from Brown University in 2003. ?? ?? Join us to learn about Taais’ diverse experience, professional journey, and commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion. And when you get the invitation, please share it with your BNP Paribas colleagues. Gladyss Moradel Bernadine Jules, CCIP Patrick Ntinu Jeremy Adjamagbo @Nataliya Prokopchuk Julia Schmidt ?Marieke van Zuien José Placido Claudia Neves Oliveira Anissa Y. Bijou Tshiunza Remi Thélu Claudine Smith Fabrice Segui Przemek Gdanski (he/him) Laiz Carvalho Yulia Kadulina Cécile Grimault

Last week, to celebrate Africa Day, we had the privilege of hosting Mohamed Gouled of IFC - International Finance Corporation for a fascinating discussion with Anita Ogbara on the role of development banks in addressing global development and climate challenges, especially in emerging markets. We also learned more about the progress in mobilizing private investment, particularly for #sustainable projects, and how BNP Paribas and IFC have successfully partnered on several recent, high-profile transactions. ? We continued these discussions over an incredible lunch featuring a variety of signature dishes highlighting the diversity of African cuisine. ? Thank you to everyone who joined us and to the sponsors and organizers of this captivating event. IFC Financial Institutions, Paula Alayo, Joe Malley, Laurent Leveque, Monica Hanson, Sabina Veksler, Nicolas Rydarowicz, Amira Nahhal, Jeremy Adjamagbo, Inès Hoxha, Marine Pacquit, Christine Gooden, Latoya Green, Samuel Auguste, Stephan Akichy, Salem Teklu

???Celebrating World Day for Cultural Diversity??? ? On the 21st of May, we joined hands and hearts to celebrate the World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development. It's a day to appreciate the richness of the world's cultures and the essential role of intercultural dialogue for achieving peace and sustainable development. ? As we navigate through the diverse tapestry of traditions, languages, and experiences, let's remember that our differences are not barriers but bridges that connect us. Let's embrace diversity as our strength, and let it fuel collaboration, creativity, and growth in our personal and professional lives. ? At CulturALL by BNP Paribas – a global employee network made up of various local BNP Paribas networks - we are committed to learning about other cultures, respecting different perspectives, and fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued. Together, we can build a world where cultural diversity is celebrated for the wealth of ideas and possibilities it brings. ? Our goal is to raise awareness among all employees on discrimination and barriers affecting employees of ethnocultural diversity. Therefore, our most popular activity is the InfluenceALL series, when we bring to the stage committed, empowered and successful leaders with diverse background to share insights on their professional career, path, diversity, and inclusion journey, and how they are making a difference in building a more diverse, fair, and inclusive workplace. ? #WorldDayForCulturalDiversity #Inclusion #DiversityAndInclusion #CulturalDialogue #SustainableDevelopment ?

SAVE THE DATE! The next session of our InfluenceALL series will take place on May 27th at 4:00 PM CET / 10:00 AM EST online. ?? Our guest will be Marieke van Zuien – Country manager/ CEO Belgium and Netherlands – BNP Paribas Leasing Solutions.?Marieke heads up the day-to-day asset financing business in the Belgium and in the Netherlands, responsible for the delivery of the Groups’ leasing capabilities in the two territories. Besides her professional responsibilities, Marieke has co-founded a Dutch foundation that is aimed at the financial education of teenagers through an industry volunteering program. ?? Join us to learn about Marieke’s diverse experience, professional career path, and commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion. And when you get the invitation, please share it with your BNP Paribas colleagues. Gladyss Moradel Bernadine Jules, CCIP Patrick Ntinu Jeremy Adjamagbo @ Nataliya Prokopchuk Julia Schmidt Chantal Kamatari José Placido Claudia Neves Oliveira Anissa Y. Bijou Tshiunza Remi Thélu Claudine Smith Fabrice Segui Przemek Gdanski (he/him) Laiz Carvalho Yulia Kadulina Cécile Grimault

Journée internationale pour l élimination de la discrimination raciale - message de Caroline Courtin , Head of Diversity , Equity, Inclusion #Bnpparibas Merci pour le support inconditionnel

Journée internationale pour l’élimination de la discrimination raciale - message de LATAMIGOS BNP PARIBAS #diversity #inclusion #bnpparibad