2023 Moving to Equity Report - Report - Page 18
Civic Engagement
Our Commitment
Key Achievements
We champion justice and advocate for
policies that dismantle inequities. Guided
by our core values of Intentional Inclusion
and Act with Integrity, we actively engage
with policymakers and make decisions that
foster positive change.
Elevating our Communities:
Sought opportunities to utilize and deploy federal
resources across Southern Company to improve
our service delivery and enrich our communities
and engaged in celebratory events and formed
partnerships that actively promote justice and
positive change.
Our Impact
Empowering rural Illinois with energy options
In the heart of Illinois, we're transforming lives by
bringing sustainable, affordable and reliable energy
options to Pembroke Township and Hopkins Park
predominantly Black farming communities about
70 miles south of Chicago.
Collaborating closely with state and local leaders,
Nicor Gas is extending natural gas pipelines to
the communities that up until now, have relied
on propane, wood burning and other potentially
dangerous heating methods that pose health risks
and fire hazards.
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“Natural gas will not only bring an affordable energy
choice for our residents, but help spur economic
development in the community too,” said Hopkins
Park Mayor Mark Hodge.
Illuminating the civil rights legacy
Southern Company and Mississippi Power
Foundations played a vital role in funding the creation
of the Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home National
Monument, now under the National Park Service.
The grand opening in June marked the 60th
anniversary of Medgar Evers’ tragic assassination
in Jackson, Mississippi. Donations from both
foundations facilitated the renovation of the Evers
home and garden, ensuring public access for tours.
