Intro Power Inclusive Future For All FY23 Purpose Report | 47 Looking Ahead Crisis response A climate refugee in Africa and a person sleeping on the streets of California share a common struggle—the yearning for basic life necessities and a place to call home. Cisco’s commitment to vulnerable populations worldwide addresses critical needs arising from political instability, natural disasters, and housing insecurity. Through the Cisco Crisis Response (CCR) team, we stand with those in need, o昀昀ering more than just temporary aid. In times of crisis, the ability to connect is one of the most critical and immediate needs. As a provider of networking technology, we are uniquely positioned to securely connect and empower vulnerable communities through digital access, enabling them to rebuild their lives and create a brighter future. We provide 昀椀nancial support, equipment, expertise, training, consulting, and deployment capabilities to support our partners and a昀昀ected communities. Over the past 20 years, we have helped humanitarian and emergency response organizations set up robust networks to deliver life-saving aid. However, nonpro昀椀t organizations are often disproportionately susceptible to cyber attacks, leaving them exposed in critical situations and putting already vulnerable populations at even greater risk. In response to these challenges, we prioritize the security of the networks we build, by providing extensive consultation and leveraging Cisco’s suite of security products to protect our nonpro昀椀t partners and the communities they serve. By addressing these pressing issues head-on, our partners can operate with con昀椀dence and safeguard their vital humanitarian missions. Learn more about our crisis response. ESG Reporting Hub