Travelers Introduces the Citizen Travelers Playbook
HARTFORD, Conn. -- The Travelers Companies Inc. (NYSE: TRV) has just launched its unique Citizen Travelers Playbook. This essential guide is intended to help organizations develop a workforce that actively engages in civic issues.
Promoting Civic Participation
This playbook is the result of Travelers’ nonpartisan initiative, Citizen Travelers, which was created to foster a culture of civic participation among employees. Inside, you'll find a variety of strategies and ideas to help build corporate programs that encourage employees to take an active role in their communities.
Insights from Leadership
Travelers' Chairman and CEO, Alan Schnitzer, shared his excitement about this initiative, saying, “While we’ve always aimed to be a good corporate citizen, we launched Citizen Travelers in 2021 to deepen our commitment to civic responsibility. It’s been fulfilling to see my colleagues embrace this mission and make positive contributions to their communities through civic education.”
Enhancing Employee Involvement
Since its launch, Citizen Travelers has empowered countless employees to become more informed and engaged citizens. The initiative offers various tools and activities, including educational programs, volunteer opportunities, and resources that enable employees to connect with civic issues that matter to them.
A Comprehensive Approach to Engagement
The playbook outlines a well-rounded strategy for building a civically aware workforce, based on several key principles:
- Learning Opportunities: Provide education about civics and its vital role in society.
- Action Empowerment: Connect employees to service opportunities, allowing them to participate in voter initiatives, serve as poll workers, or even run for local office.
- Leadership Demonstration: Highlight inspiring stories of Travelers employees who exemplify civic engagement through their nonprofit work and public speaking.
Encouraging Other Organizations
Janice Brunner, Group General Counsel and Head of Civic Engagement at Travelers, commented, “Our goal is to inspire our over 30,000 employees to either begin or elevate their civic involvement, and perhaps even pursue elected positions. We’re seeing a significant increase in employee participation and stronger connections with both our business partners and local communities.”
More Information on Citizen Travelers
For anyone interested, more details about the Citizen Travelers initiative and access to the downloadable playbook can be found through Travelers’ official channels.
About Travelers Companies
The Travelers Companies, Inc. (NYSE: TRV) is a leading provider of property casualty insurance, covering areas such as auto, home, and business insurance. As a part of the prestigious Dow Jones Industrial Average, Travelers employs over 30,000 people and recently reported revenues close to $41 billion. To learn more about Travelers, visit their official website.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Citizen Travelers Playbook?
The Citizen Travelers Playbook serves as a resource aimed at helping organizations promote civic engagement among their employees.
Why was the Citizen Travelers initiative created?
Citizen Travelers was designed to encourage and empower employees to engage in civic activities and strengthen their communities.
How does Travelers support civic involvement?
Travelers offers educational resources, volunteer opportunities, and tools that enable employees to engage in civic issues that align with their interests.
Who is in charge of the Civic Engagement initiative at Travelers?
Janice Brunner leads the Civic Engagement initiatives and advocates for the Citizen Travelers initiative.
How can other organizations utilize the Playbook?
Other organizations can apply insights from the Playbook to develop their own civic engagement programs, thereby enhancing their social responsibility efforts.
