Press release

UPM-Kymmene Oyj: UPM supports vulnerable children and their families through Save the Children Finland

(UPM, Helsinki, 28 November 2024 at 14:00 EET) - UPM supports Save the Children Finland, focusing its aid on children and families living in conflict-torn areas such as Ukraine and Gaza.

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"We are extremely grateful for UPM's significant donation, which enables us to support humanitarian work in the most vulnerable conditions to ensure children's survival," says Anne Haaranen, Director of International Programs at Save the Children Finland.

"In conflict zones around the world, children often bear the greatest emotional and physical burdens. Humanitarian organisations like Save the Children have the best capability and means to coordinate and deliver the necessary support with the integrity we require," says Saara Tahvanainen, EVP, UPM Marketing, Sustainability and Communications.

"In addition to this support through UPM's Biofore Share and Care programme, we have invited all our employees to contribute to causes under Save the Children, as we know that UPM teams are eager to help and support good causes."

UPM's Biofore Share and Care programme coordinates donations, sponsorships and employee volunteering, focusing on causes and projects that are relevant to our business, support innovation and sustainability, or promote local vitality and wellbeing.

For further information please contact:
Kaisa Vainikka, Director, Social Responsibility, UPM, tel. +358 400 382 843
Anne Haaranen, Director, International Programs, Save the Children, tel. +358 40 823 9463

UPM, Media Relations
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Save the Children
Save the Children is the world's leading independent children's organisation - transforming lives and the future we share. With a focus on education, child protection, health, and emergency relief, Save the Children strives to ensure every child has the chance to grow up in a safe and supportive environment. Founded in 1919, Save the Children operates in more than 100 countries and has been at the forefront of advocating for children's rights and providing life-saving assistance in times of crisis. In Finland, Save the Children has existed since 1922. www.pelastakaalapset.fi/en

UPM
We deliver renewable and responsible solutions and innovate for a future beyond fossils across six business areas : UPM Fibres, UPM Energy, UPM Raflatac, UPM Specialty Papers, UPM Communication Papers and UPM Plywood. As the industry leader in responsibility, we are committed to the UN Business Ambition for 1.5°C and the science-based targets to mitigate climate change. We employ 16,600 people worldwide and our annual sales are approximately EUR 10.5 billion. Our shares are listed on Nasdaq Helsinki Ltd. UPM Biofore - Beyond fossils. www.upm.com