Corporate responsibility
At Visa Europe we conduct our business with
integrity. We believe that our activities benefit society,
supporting and strengthening the economy by making payments simpler
and safer for businesses and individuals. In short, building
our business and doing business responsibly lead us in the same
direction.
We have a clear and unifying theme for all
corporate responsibility initiatives – protecting young people and
empowering them to fulfil a positive role in society. Examples
include developing programmes and relationships which support the
fight against online child abuse, fundraising, and educating young
people in how to manage their money responsibly.
We work with a number of partners, charities and community
groups and our contribution is a mix of financial support, time and
expertise.
Recent highlights include:
- 2011 saw a new initiative to support the fight against card
crime, helping police forces and law enforcement agencies across
the UK, Italy, Germany, and throughout continental Europe, to
recognise and deal with payment card fraud.
- For the first time, in 2011, we recruited 19 apprentices who
will work across our business, gaining practical work experience
and continuing their education. We hope they will become leaders of
the future.
- In February 2012, our support helped the Child Exploitation and
Online Protection Centre to launch the ‘Parents’ and
Carers’ Guide to the Internet’ which focuses on
demystifying the online technologies used by children and providing
families with practical guidance on how to stay safe online.
- We have donated more than €500,000 to UNICEF since January
2010, through a combination of employee fundraising and corporate
donations.
Supporting child safety online
See how volunteers are helping CEOP to safeguard children
online
View the video
Financial education
See how we’re helping young people to manage their money
View the video
Fighting card crime
See how Visa Europe is helping law enforcement to fight card
crime.
View the video