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Forgotten baby syndrome
Unfortunately, during the warmer months, there is an additional problem when it comes to transporting children in the car, especially if they are very young. We are talking about the so-called “forgotten baby syndrome”. We offer advice on how to avoid this tragic situation.
When sanitation is a human right
Worldwide, 2.6 billion people lack access to safe toilets, a key issue for many aspects of the health and prosperity of both people and the planet. To combat this situation, US startup change: WATER Labs has developed the iThrone, a toilet that needs no water, no energy and no plumbing.
Grand Final of the 7th Edition of the Fundación MAPFRE Social Innovation Awards
The seventh edition of our awards has come to an end. At a ceremony in which the talent, creativity and commitment of the twelve finalists shone through, the three winning projects were selected. We invite you to get to know them and relive the excitement of the grand final.
We are celebrating Europe Day
Europe Day is celebrated on May 9, a very special date on which to share the achievements in terms of peace, security, development and welfare of its inhabitants. Committed to these values, at Fundación MAPFRE we celebrate this day and strive to ensure that no one is left behind, ensuring that resources reach those who need them most. In these videos we tell you how.
What is Art and what is it for?
Discover what art is as well as its role in society. Find out about its history, the different artistic disciplines, its benefits and the role of artists today. Explore this world!
It’s Earth Hour
Something as simple as turning off the lights for an hour may be symbolic, but it is an act of enormous value. If we all join together, we can show that our planet, the place where we live, matters to us. On March 23, turn off the lights.
Every opportunity is a door that opens
‘Opening up Opportunities’ is the slogan of the new Fundación MAPFRE outreach campaign, which is being launched to raise awareness of the diversity and importance of the programs carried out by the Foundation and their impact on society.
We present our most socially-minded awards
Once again, this year’s edition of our Social Awards came to an end with the prizes being presented by H.M. Queen Sofia, who recognized individuals, initiatives and organizations that, through their work, improve the world in which we live.
Fundación MAPFRE recognized for its patronage work
Ignacio Baeza, vice-president of Fundación MAPFRE, received the award for Best Patronage at the Ars Magazine Art and Business Awards.
Resolve your doubts about Fundación MAPFRE’s 1st +Rural Call within the framework of the ESF+
If you would like to apply for one of the grants from Fundación MAPFRE’s 1st +Rural Call within the framework of the ESF+, to develop a social initiative in rural or “empty” Spain, we can help you with the process. We invite you to participate in the session to clarify any doubts, which will be held on Thursday 13 July.
Fundación MAPFRE’s 1st Call for +Rural Grants within the framework of the ESF+ is now open
From June 23 to August 18 you can apply for Fundación MAPFRE’s +Rural Grants, co-financed by the European Social Fund Plus (ESF+), the main European instrument for investing in people, with the aim of revitalizing the rural environment and so-called Empty Spain.
Touch, open, look: a magazine for the senses
We are launching a new magazine, la fundación, for an audience interested in culture and the challenges of our society.
Winners of the Fundación MAPFRE Social Innovation Awards
The sixth edition of our awards has concluded with the grand final. Meet the three winners: Acceleradora Unoentrecienmil and LUP, from Spain, and the US project TASL (This App Saves Lives).
Today, 1,000 children in the Dominican Republic have a new opportunity
For 13 years we have been supporting the organization Nuestros Pequeños Hermanos (NPH), providing balanced nutrition, access to healthcare and education to vulnerable children. Together we have helped a thousand children and young people improve their quality of life. We are working hard so that in the future many more young people will have a chance to escape the cycle of poverty.
Emergency relief for earthquake victims in Turkey
Together we can get basic necessities to families and people affected by the earthquake.
Murphy’s Law
John Paul Stapp is known as one of the fathers of impact biomechanics in which he applied Murphy’s maxim, ” If something can go wrong, it will”. To this day, Murphy’s law, namely the theory of defensive design, continues to be applied, especially in the development of life-saving products.
Carrie Mae Weems; much more than a catalog
Exploring, revealing, provoking feelings, exciting. Our catalogs capture the soul of our exhibitions and the essence of each artist. Carrie Mae Weems is no exception. The New York Times has named the catalog for the major retrospective of her work as one of the best photography books of 2022.