Ceremonies were held on December 13, 14 and 19 December marked the end of IP Formare activities, bringing with it the feeling of a duty accomplished and good memories, with the 46 students graduating the course in Mogi Guaçu (SP), Luís Antonio (SP) and Três Lagoas (MS) saying farewell. Mogi Guaçu – The 19 students Read more about Formare students honor volunteers and family at graduation ceremony[…]
The goal of the project is social transformation by educating young people In 2017 alone, the Formare Project trained approximately 50 young people for the job market. The project has been at IP since 2010, through a partnership with Fundação Iochpe. Students enter the course through a rigorous selective process including exams, group dynamics and Read more about Formare Project trains approximately 50 young people for the job market in 2017[…]
Companies promote a class interchange to exchange good practices The exchange of experiences is an important stage within the Formare School Project. To allow for this interaction in the final stretch of classes in 2017, International Paper and Eaton brought together the students that took part in training at the two companies on October 26 Read more about Mogi Guaçu students meet students from Formare Eaton[…]
Mogi Guaçu and Luiz Antônio classes went to Sumaré to see a chemical plant Every year, International Paper Institute schedules a day on the Formare agenda to bring together the classes at the Mogi Guaçu and Luiz Antonio units in the state of São Paulo. In 2017, this meet-up took place in the city of Read more about Formare students participate in technical visit[…]
Young people expand their knowledge of sustainability and professional qualification On June 6, the Luiz Antônio Formare School Project class attended the 17th edition of the National Book Fair in Ribeirão Preto, held by Fundação do Livro e da Leitura. The theme for the event, which took place from June 4 to 11 at Theatro Read more about Formare students visit Book Fair in Ribeirão Preto[…]
Invitation extended by a Volunteer Educator gave the young students the chance to talk with university students On June 8, Formare students at Três Lagoas (MS) gave a presentation at the 1st Academic, Cultural and Sports Week of Business Administration and Accounting Sciences at the Federal University of Mato Grosso do Sul. The event, held Read more about Formare students visit higher learning institution[…]
Jediel Sabino was part of the Project’s first class in 2010 and now she is a chemical engineer At 24 and with seven years spent as an IP employee, Jediel Sabino is an example for the new Formare classes. Hired by IP in 2010, after graduating from Fomare, he began his career at the company Read more about Former Formare IP student achieves Yellow Belt certification[…]
From time to time, the International Paper Institute promotes a meeting between Formare students and professionals from different areas at IP for a relaxed conversation about studies and career opportunities. This initiative is called the “Formare Chat.” In April, the Luiz Antônio class had the chance to learn a bit more about the career path Read more about Formare chat reinforces the importance of career[…]
Activities for “Aim for the Example” began on April 6 in Três Lagoas, April 10 in Mogi Guaçu and April 26 in Luiz Antonio. The project is connected with the Formare School, with an initiative by International Paper, and is geared towards integrating students and guest executives. The executives are responsible for tutoring a student, Read more about ‘Aim for the example:’ Education transforming the lives of students and tutors[…]
Formare students have been attending project classes at units located in Mogi Guaçu (SP), Luiz Antônio (SP) and Três Lagoas (MS) since March 7. The 50 young people are working to learn everything they need to make the right career choice as well as to find out about the particularities of production processes and the Read more about Formare 2017 kicks off with high energy[…]
Project coordinated by International Paper Institute involves IP professionals to train young people for the job market. Volunteer Educator (VE) registrations for the next Formare class, which were closed on February 17, were a success. One-hundred and seventy-four professionals decided to share their knowledge with students selected for the 2017 edition of the initiative at Read more about Formare 2017 recebe mais de 170 inscrições de Educadores Voluntários[…]
Prior to the start of the course, VEs will undergo training to learn teaching techniques and methodologies to make the most of class hours On February 22, 23 and 24, Volunteer Educators (VEs) for the 2017 IP Formare School Project held at the Três Lagoas, Luiz Antônio and Mogi Guaçu units spent a day undergoing Read more about Volunteer Educators get ready for Formare[…]
Any IP professional can choose a subject to teach by February 17 for the upcoming classes in Mogi Guaçu, Luiz Antônio and Três Lagoas Registrations are open now for the next team of Volunteer Educators for the 2017 class for the Formare School Project. The only prerequisite to be a volunteer is wanting to volunteer. Read more about Formare IP opens registrations for Volunteer Educators in 2017[…]
A total of 546 students registered for the 50 open spots. Três Lagoas (MS) had the most competitive spots. Since 2010, low-income youth that are recent high school graduates from the Mogi Guaçu and Luiz Antônio (SP) or Três Lagoas (MS) regions have been able to enroll in the International Paper Formare School Project selective Read more about Formare IP has over ten candidates for each spot[…]
Listed below are the candidates accepted during the Formare selective process for the International Paper units in Três Lagoas, Luiz Antônio and Mogi Guaçu. LIST OF CANDIDATES ACCEPTED INTO FORMARE IP 2017 Unit: Três Lagoas/MS Accepted Candidates 1 Abner Loureiro Santana 2 Cleisla Martins da Silva 3 Eduardo Borges Lopes 4 Felipe da Silva Campos Read more about FORMARE SELECTIVE PROCESS RESULTS – INTERNATIONAL PAPER 2017[…]
Bidding farewell with a longing for more, students ended the ten-month cycle by receiving their diplomas and with greater maturity to face the challenges ahead December was a month filled with emotion and expectation for students in the IP Formare School Project, coordinated by Instituto International Paper (IIP). After 9 months with lots of learning Read more about An emotional graduation for Formare School Project 2016 students[…]
Families served by institutions that are part of the Federation of Charity Organizations of Mogi Guaçu (FEAG) will have fuller tables this Christmas. That is because the International Paper Formare School Project students have been working since October on organizing a food drive to make the end of the year more delicious for many people. Read more about Mogi Guaçu Formare students organize food drive[…]
Kicking off a light-hearted and relaxed conversation about career and professional goals: this is the main goal of the Formare Chat, which has strengthened relations between 39 young people from the IP Formare School Project and International Paper (IP) executives at the Mogi Guaçu and Luiz Antônio units over the nearly 70 editions of the Read more about Formare Chat: joining experience and youth in mutual learning[…]
See below the list of candidates who passed for the next phase of Formare International Paper selective process at Luiz AntonioMogi Guaçu/SP unit. The candidates will take part in a tour in order to see the some of the industrial processes and will be interviewed individually. Every candidate must wear: closed shoes with no Read more about Formare 2017: passing candidates for the interview in Luiz Antônio[…]
From February to October of this year, the International Paper Institute Formare School Project held multidisciplinary activities led by volunteer educator Joselir Cassuti that consisted of assembling a rocket using PET bottles. The initiative presented by the educator, who has worked at International Paper for 22 years, involved every subject. Yet it was in his Read more about Formare students develop PET bottle rocket[…]
See below the list of candidates who passed for the next phase of Formare International Paper selective process at Mogi Guaçu/SP unit. The candidates will take part in a tour in order to see the some of the industrial processes and will be interviewed individually. Every candidate must wear: closed shoes with no heels; shirt Read more about Mogi Guaçu: see the list of passing canditates for the interview[…]
Below is a list of candidates who passed the first phase of the Formare International Paper selective process at the Luiz Antônio/SP unit. The group dynamic will take place the International Paper factory – Rodovia SP 255, Km 41,2 – Luiz Antônio/SP GROUP 1: Candidates invited to take part in the group dynamic on Nov. Read more about Formare 2017 Luiz Antônio passing candidates[…]
See the list of those who passed the first phase of the Formare International Paper selective process at the Mogi Guaçu/SP unit. The group dynamic will take place Horto Florestal – International Paper Training Center – Rodovia SP 340, Km 171 – Mogi Guaçu/SP. GROUP 1: Candidates invited to take part in the group dynamic Read more about Formare 2017 Mogi Guaçu passing canditates[…]
See the list of those who passed the first phase of the Formare Três Lagoas selective process. Names are in alphabetical order. The second phase will be held on Nov. 16 (Wednesday), at 1 PM, at Colégio Objetivo – Rua Urías Ribeiro, 2327 – Alto da Boa Vista. CANDIDATES PASSING ON TO THE 2ND PHASE (DYNAMIC) Read more about Formare 2017 Três Lagoas passing candidates[…]
Students create model and show how IP processes work Safety is a value at International Paper . And to reinforce all of the measures the company takes to make every work environment safer, the CIPA (Internal Accident Prevention Commission) at International Paper had some outside help for this year’s Internal Occupational Accident Prevention Week (SIPAT): Read more about Formare students participate in SIPAT 2016[…]
Registrations for the FORMARE selective process at International Paper in the Mogi Guaçu, Luiz Antônio and Três Lagoas regions will be open from October 11 to November 3. For the first time, the selective process at the three IP units will be integrated, with several new facets. The professional training course is a supplement to Read more about IIP opens registrations for Formare 2017[…]
The famous Greek aphorism attributed to Ancient Greek philosopher Socrates, “Know thyself,” served as the basis for a chat between Newton Scavone, IP Security Manager, and Formare School Project students at the Luiz Antônio unit on August 28. Scavone did more than take a new look at a classic phrase, showing how it is applicable Read more about Formare Chat joins philosophy and pop culture to talk about choices[…]
A meeting between Formare IP students at the Mogi Guaçu and Luiz Antônio units is already part of the calendar of activities at International Paper Institute. This year, the company provided a chance for students to exchange knowledge as well as fun and culture, with a visit to the International Book Biennale, in São Paulo. Read more about Biennale is the stage for a meeting between Formare students[…]
At 37 years of age, the Industrial Operations Manager of the Luiz Antônio unit, Eurípedes Valadão Jr., has dedicated more than half of his life to International Paper. A total of 19 years of work, making him an expert when the subject is pulp and paper production. In his almost two decades of work, there Read more about Formare students receive the visit of the Industrial Operations Manager[…]
Formare students organized the drive for the Solidarity Fund of Guatapará Every year, International Paper Institute (IIP) holds a Sweater Drive with direct participation of Formare students. In 2016, the Luiz Antônio group was chosen to help in organizing and also took care of collecting donations. A different institution is chosen to receive donated items Read more about Sweater Drive brings professionals together to donate blankets[…]
IP’s Corporate Affairs Manager shares his career experiences with Formare students Taking part for the first time in the Formare Chat, a series of meetings that International Paper Institute (IIP) promotes between IP Formare students and executives, Eduardo Fonseca, International Paper’s Corporate Affairs Manger, shared his varied career history with young people. “Students are taking Read more about Eduardo Fonseca takes part in “Formare Chat”[…]
In June, students talked with professionals from various areas at IP and were able to find answers to career questions during and open and relaxed chat. Bringing young people who are making professional decisions closer to executives with market experience. This is the concept of the “Formare Chat,” an initiative of the International Paper Institute, Read more about “Formare Chat” brings young people closer to professionals in the Manufacturing and Human Resources areas[…]
Items can be donated through the internal campaign until July 1. Donations will benefit the Solidarity Fund of Guatapará. Workers should leave items at collection points The time has come to open your closet and see what no longer fits, but is in good condition and can be donated. The 2016 Sweater Drive has already Read more about Luiz Antônio Formare students organize Sweater Drive for unit employees[…]
IP opens the doors to the public and welcomes visits from the family members of Formare students, who are getting ready to say goodbye Formare students and their family members were given an up-close look at how paper is manufactured at the latest edition of IP Open Doors, held on May 7. The guided tour Read more about IP Open Doors marks the last phase of Formare at Três Lagoas[…]
César Assin, the General Manager at the Mogi Guaçu plan, has been with International Paper for 27 years. He talks about what it is like to take part in “Aim for the Example,” an initiative that gets professionals to look at their respective careers and find different ways to contribute to educating new generations. Assin Read more about Aim for the Example: what people who have learned a lot and are still learning at work every day have to say[…]
Why not start 2015 by doing good? If you want to be a volunteer, but still do not know how to go about finding responsible and active organizations, relax. We have a list of options for you to put all of your talent towards a good cause starting next year. We live in a country Read more about Want to be a volunteer? Tips for hit the ground running in 2015[…]
Art working on behalf of sustainability. This was the main objective of the First Annual Sustainable Children’s Theater Show or MATIS, its acronym in Portuguese, in São Paulo. The event was launched during the last Virada Sustentável, an event promoting sustainability, at Água Branca Park, with a children’s show held on December 13 and 14 Read more about Sustainable Children’s Theater Show in São Paulo[…]
Registrations are open! Now is the time for you to join the FORMARE team. Become a Volunteer Educator and directly contribute to the process of social transformation in our country. The FORMARE project is responsible for opening a path filled with opportunities to public school students – it is a door that opens to kick Read more about Formare Project – Registrations open![…]
During vacations, regular blood bank donors travel and change their routine. As a result, there is a drop in inventories at blood banks across the country. The scarcity is even greater for negative blood types. At this time of year, inventories begin to fall between 20% and 30%. The problem is that during this same Read more about Give blood and help maintain inventories during vacations[…]
New IPI partnership strengthens IP’s role in social responsibility among the communities where it operates International Paper Institute’s Formare project now has a new partner. Since March, the 100% of the meal costs of the project’s 50 students have been paid by the Solenis Especialidades Químicas company, a supplier of chemicals used in the production Read more about Add to multiply[…]
‘Aim for the Example’ dynamics are being held this month, in Luiz Antônio on the 19th and in Mogi Guaçu on the 28, when some IP leaders will become tutors for Formare students. Imagine having the chance to share your career experience with a young person looking for answers for their professional future. This is Read more about ‘Aim for the example:’ tutors and students learning together[…]
You already know that volunteering is very important to International Paper, right? Just like us, there are lots of other companies that value this activity. A survey by the Deloitte consulting firm shows that four out of every five human resources directors pay significant attention to experiences acquired from volunteering when hiring. In short: volunteer Read more about Volunteer work enriches your resume[…]
A must-see movie for volunteers is “Who Cares?” Although it was launched in 2012, the theme remains current, moving and inspiring. Brazilian filmmaker Mara Mourão spent 40 days travelling the world to discover stories of people that make a difference in their communities through one-off actions and bring these stories to the screen. There are Read more about Documentary inspires volunteer work[…]
Who has never heard the phrase “give and you shall receive?” Well, a study at the University of Michigan (USA) shows scientific evidence that volunteers come out far ahead in well-being in happiness. The study showed that people willing to donate their time to volunteering live an average of four years longer, according to the Read more about Proven science: volunteers are happier[…]
Responsible for educational training of young people and adolescents, Formare has an impact not just on students benefitted by the project, but also on the volunteer educators who learn to see their work and social relations in a totally new and special light. This year, 5 volunteer educators were honored for their dedication and performance Read more about Formare Volunteer Educators talk about their experiences[…]
The biggest changes happen through the insistent and little habits we cultivate in our routine. Talking about sustainability, simple actions like correctly separating trash, responsible consumption of natural resources, reuse of recyclable materials and many other examples like this are already part of our vocabulary and even our behavior. Yet when it comes to consumption, Read more about 12 principles of conscious consumption[…]
A little time, a big difference. By dedicating just a few minutes of your day, you can do something that makes a difference to the people around you. Have you ever thought that with little actions you can do a lot? To provide help without gathering major efforts, all you need is a little dedication! Read more about 7 ways to help someone[…]
Perhaps items like housing, education, security and health are at the top of a list of priorities. They are also at the top of many other people’s lists around the world. The OECD (Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development) has built an interactive and intelligent tool to understand what the most important factors are when Read more about What would make your life better?[…]
Even nature produces its own “trash.” Leaves, fruit and other waste are, however, absorbed anew into a continuous and sustainable system of recycling. As happens in the environment, our society faces the challenge of executing a recycling process that is as efficient as nature’s process; in other words, one that is capable of absorbing and Read more about From trash to raw material[…]
Lots of study and dedication, lots of proximity and exchange. This is the routine for Formare Project students, who receive professional training through technical classes and interpersonal development. In addition to the classroom, these students meet their “tutors” once a month to talk about challenges, experiences and, of course, discuss which profession to pursue. The Read more about Formare Project: Aim for the example[…]
Romance, fiction, poetry or business. The genre does not matter, what matters is reading. There is at least one benefit of reading that has already been recognized: it lowers stress, exercises memory, stimulates concentration, helps to improve writing skills, and many others. Because we are celebrating World Book day this month, why not go straight Read more about Why, how and what to read: the most important books on sustainability[…]
When it comes to education, questions come up related to the progress of methods used in Brazilian schools. In this context, it’s great news to discover positive things happening through small initiatives by professionals who are committed to and able to provoke not just students, but the entire community in these regions. Caio Dib is Read more about Education and innovation, a challenge for thinking together[…]
The 45th Earth Day was celebrated in late April. The date was created especially for thinking about the natural balance of our planet. At this edition, UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon put out a message to for each one of us to be mindful regarding simple actions that can contribute to a more sustainable society. Ban Read more about On Mother Earth Day, UN defends sustainable consumption actions[…]
At first sight, we have the impression that doing something that is relevant seems complicated and takes more time than we think we have. Although major projects seem hard to build, they all began one day with someone who believed in the potential of a chance and who gathered efforts for a cause. And that Read more about What some of the world’s most important social entrepreneurs do[…]
After celebrating Mother’s Day, we notice how fundamental the role of each person in educating kids. It is at home that the habits for a healthier and more responsible life are taught and absorbed by an entire generation. And teaching kids is a fun task that can be applied to routine in a natural way, Read more about The Role of Mothers in environmental education with children[…]
Since early April in the city of São Paulo, many establishments have stopped providing those traditional plastic bags to adopt more sustainable measures. For those that miss this shopping companion (especially at the supermarket), it is time to say goodbye; but do not worry – there are ways to get the same efficiency with much Read more about Goodbye plastic bags[…]
2000, a document was drafted to cause reflection on the balance between man, nature and sustainable development. The Earth Charter, as it was known, was launched at Unesco headquarters in the Netherlands and included the collaboration of thousands of people to discuss 21st century challenges. This year, on June 29, the Earth Charter will celebrate Read more about Earth Charter celebrates 15 years[…]
Meeting is part of a series of chats that the Institute promotes to build relations between young students and experienced market professionals Leandra Ferreira Leite, President of International Paper Institute and the Legal and Sustainability Director at IP, met with the Formare class of 2016 on March 8 and 14 for a talk about the Read more about Formare students talk careers and opportunities with the president of IIP[…]
With pen and paper in hand, 40 new Formare School Project students began classes in the cities of Mogi Guaçu and Luiz Antônio, in the state of São Paulo, on March 1. Their backpacks contained not only books, but also the expectation to start a new experience. For many, this is a first step and Read more about Time to learn: Formare is back in session in Mogi Guaçu and Luiz Antônio[…]
The start of a career is a big step in a young person’s education. That is why International Paper Institute (IPI), in partnership with Fundação Iochpe, promotes the FORMARE Project. Last Friday (Nov. 6) was the last day to register for the next edition A total of 470 teens registered: 117 for the Luiz Antônio Read more about FORMARE advances to the next phase[…]
Students in the Luiz Antônio region who registered for the 2016 FORMARE Project can now check the list of those that have been selected to take part in the group dynamic and individual interview to be done on Tuesday, December 1, from 9 AM to 4 PM at the International Paper pulp and paper factory. Read more about FORMARE: Luiz Antônio students go on to group dynamic phase[…]
Students in the Mogi Guaçu region who registered for the 2016 FORMARE Project can now check the list of those that have been selected to take part in the group dynamic and individual interview. Students will be split into two groups and different days: Monday, December 14, and Tuesday, December 15, from 8 AM to Read more about Mogi Guaçu: see the list of those passing on to the dynamic stage of FORMARE[…]
International Paper Institute, through the FORMARE School Project, is carrying out a charity initiative to benefit elderly people in need at the Padre Longino de Mogi Guaçu Home for the Elderly (162 kilometers from São Paulo). The 60 senior citizens living at the institution will receive clothing, non-perishable food and personal care products raised ruing Read more about FORMARE action benefits elderly in need in the São Paulo heartland[…]
Last Wednesday (Nov. 18), FORMARE students were in São Paulo to present a model of the Mogi Guaçu paper factory to workers at the International Paper office. The young people took the occasion to share what they have learned in FORMARE, such as the creation of the model, which was made in five days, and Read more about FORMARE students present model at IP headquarters[…]
To celebrate International Volunteer Day on December 5, International Paper Instiute took workers volunteering on the Formare project to an external activity. Aimed at recognizing the volunteer work each person does, employees at the Luiz Antônio and Mogi Guaçu (SP) units had an outing to Brotas, while Três Lagoas (MS) employees went to the Pousada do Read more about IPI celebrates volunteer day[…]
The chance to enter the labor market is becoming a reality for young people from the Mogi Guaçu and Luiz Antônio regions, in the heartland of São Paulo state. On December 8 and 9, International Paper Institute held graduation ceremonies for the FORMARE Project classes. A total of 40 graduates now hold Process Industry Production Read more about IPI provides career training to 40 young people in 2015[…]
The FORMARE Project is completing 7 years under the care of International Paper Institute. Young people who are in their senior year of high school at a public school in 2016 took part in the selection process. The professional training course is a supplement to regular schooling, with classes given Monday through Friday during the Read more about FORMARE QUALIFIERS – LUIZ ANTÔNIO AND MOGI GUAÇU 2016[…]
Adapting Formare project classes to the workday is part of what Volunteer Educators (VEs) do. They are professionals from different areas who dedicate time to educating young people and adolescents through the project. To get good results, Educators have to organize their schedules so that there is no conflict between classes and work activities. “I Read more about The important work of Volunteer Educators in the Formare Project[…]
On Monday, October 19, registrations were opened for FORMARE in the Mogi Guaçu and Luiz Antônio regions, an International Paper Institute project that is completing five very successful years. One-hundred and seventy-four young people have already completed the training course, earning a diploma as Process Industry Production Assistants. Young people that are in their sophomore Read more about IIP opens registrations for FORMARE[…]
Três Lagoas class welcomed marketing executive Elídio Frias, exchanging ideas on planning and careers On Wednesday, February 3, Três Lagoas Formare students welcomed Elídio Frias, a marketing executive from Solenis Especialidades Químicas, for a chat about careers and career paths. An International Paper Institute partner in actions connected with Formare, the executive had the chance Read more about Formare students participate in career talk[…]