Dec 13, 2024 | Inside Thomson Reuters
Meet the 2024 Carla Jones Social Impact Award Winner: Abraham Fuentes
Kellie Wellmann, Senior Director, Social Impact Institute
We are thrilled to announce that Abraham Fuentes is the winner of our 5th Carla Jones Social Impact Award, one of the highest honors our Thomson Reuters colleagues can achieve. This award recognizes those who demonstrate extraordinary social impact in line with our values at Thomson Reuters.
This year, Abraham played a pivotal role in a significant reforestation initiative in Mexico City, which had a profound impact on both the local community and the environment. Abraham, along with the Global Volunteer Network-Mexico City, collaborated with Cultura Integral Forestal, a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving Mexico’s natural parks. Through this partnership, Abraham helped organize and execute four major environmental activities aimed at making a tangible difference.
“Participating in this reforestation project has been profoundly transformative for our team. It has deepened our understanding of environmental issues and our role in addressing them. The hands-on experience of planting trees and witnessing their growth has instilled a sense of accomplishment and responsibility towards the planet. It has also strengthened our team dynamics. We will also continue to work on this project next year.” – Abraham Fuentes
Carla Jones was a remarkable colleague who lived our values and inspired others to do the same. For more than two decades, she was a trusted and valued advisor, serving as chief of staff to our previous three CEOs. Known for her grace, humility, and generosity, Carla lived her life treating people with kindness and giving back to others.
The Carla Jones Social Impact Award was created in her memory based on her passion for social issues and making a positive impact in our communities. The award recognizes employees that demonstrate extraordinary social impact in line with Thomson Reuters values.
A $10,000 USD donation will be made to Cultura Integral Forestal. This grant will help Abraham and the Global Volunteer Network continue their reforestation efforts with the organization in 2025 and beyond.
