Community engagement

Supporting local communities

At DSV, we are dedicated to being a positive partner in the communities in which we operate. This commitment is demonstrated through both our global partnerships and local initiatives.  

Making an impact across the world

We are engaged in various local initiatives tailored to meet specific community needs. Our local engagement varies from country to country but is always aligned with our sustainability priorities and commitments. Our freight forwarding expertise and local knowledge enable us to provide essential support during emergencies, including by offering transportation and warehousing solutions.

Partnering to deliver essential supplies to children worldwide

Through our strategic partnership with UNICEF, we are committed to providing rapid emergency responses and strengthening global supply chains. DSV supports UNICEF by offering free flights for the swift delivery of essential supplies during emergencies, along with flexible funding to ensure timely support for children worldwide. As part of this partnership, we leverage our industry expertise to collaborate with UNICEF in strengthening supply chains, with a regional focus on Latin America, to improve children’s access to vital goods and services.

The partnership is based on three pillars:

• In-kind air transport to secure rapid delivery of critical supplies for children and their families during emergencies
• Strengthening national supply chains in selected countries in Latin America to improve children’s access to vital goods and services
• Providing flexible funding to help children worldwide and support where needs are most pressing.

Employee volunteering

By taking local action in support of our global sustainability priorities, many DSV employees across the world contribute actively to make a difference in their local communities. They are dedicating their personal efforts and time to help local communities deal with environmental or social challenges. Their commitment leads to a broad range of local initiatives, including efforts to combat waste pollution, recovery activities following natural disasters, support for  educational programmes and reforestation projects.

DSV Sustainability Engagement Map

DSV’s sustainability engagement map highlights a wide range of local initiatives led by our country organisations and employees, all aimed at creating a positive impact in their communities. It brings global and local efforts together in one place, showcases how we contribute to the UN SDGs, and supports the communication of our environmental, social and governance journey.