Outreach & Initiativeshttps://blog.google/company-news/outreach-and-initiatives/Outreach & Initiativesen-usThu, 16 Apr 2026 15:00:00 +0000https://blog.google/company-news/outreach-and-initiatives/static/blogv2/images/google.pngOutreach & Initiativeshttps://blog.google/company-news/outreach-and-initiatives/Grow with Google's event discussed AI in the workplace with Fortune 500 company leaders.https://blog.google/company-news/outreach-and-initiatives/grow-with-google/ai-transformation-summit/<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/gweb-uniblog-publish-prod/images/691A0964_social.max-600x600.format-webp.webp">Our Leading the AI Transformation summit equipped execs to drive AI adoption, emphasizing how people use AI to unlock potential.Thu, 16 Apr 2026 15:00:00 +0000https://blog.google/company-news/outreach-and-initiatives/grow-with-google/ai-transformation-summit/Grow with GooglearticleGrow with Google's event discussed AI in the workplace with Fortune 500 company leaders.Googlehttps://blog.google/company-news/outreach-and-initiatives/grow-with-google/ai-transformation-summit/We’re advancing wetland restoration and carbon removal science in Google’s backyard.https://blog.google/company-news/outreach-and-initiatives/sustainability/wetland-restoration-carbon-removal/<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/gweb-uniblog-publish-prod/images/Restoration_SocialShare.max-600x600.format-webp.webp">Today we’re announcing a wetland restoration and research project to restore a degraded salt pond and advance the science of carbon removal — right in Google’s backyard.…Tue, 14 Apr 2026 13:00:00 +0000https://blog.google/company-news/outreach-and-initiatives/sustainability/wetland-restoration-carbon-removal/SustainabilityarticleWe’re advancing wetland restoration and carbon removal science in Google’s backyard.Googlehttps://blog.google/company-news/outreach-and-initiatives/sustainability/wetland-restoration-carbon-removal/Randy SpockCarbon Removals Program LeadBringing people together at AI for the Economy Forumhttps://blog.google/company-news/outreach-and-initiatives/creating-opportunity/ai-economy-forum/Woman working with a large tool. On the left are the Google and MIT FutureTech logos, "AI for the Economy Forum", and "Innovation and Adaption in the New Era"<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/gweb-uniblog-publish-prod/images/AI_for_the_Economy_Forum_2026.max-600x600.format-webp.webp">Google is bringing people together in Washington D.C. at our AI for the Economy Forum.Tue, 14 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0000https://blog.google/company-news/outreach-and-initiatives/creating-opportunity/ai-economy-forum/Google.orgCreating opportunityAIarticleBringing people together at AI for the Economy ForumGoogle is bringing people together in Washington D.C. at our AI for the Economy Forum.Googlehttps://blog.google/company-news/outreach-and-initiatives/creating-opportunity/ai-economy-forum/James ManyikaSVPResearch, Labs, Technology & SocietyGoogle.org and the Johnson & Johnson Foundation are launching a $10 million initiative to train rural U.S. healthcare workers in AI.https://blog.google/company-news/outreach-and-initiatives/google-org/ai-training-rural-health-clinics/A doctor speaks with a man that's pointing at his phone<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/gweb-uniblog-publish-prod/images/JohnsonJohnson_Blog_Asset.max-600x600.format-webp.webp">Google is providing AI training and grants to help rural health clinics use tools that improve operations for healthcare workers.Tue, 14 Apr 2026 08:30:00 +0000https://blog.google/company-news/outreach-and-initiatives/google-org/ai-training-rural-health-clinics/Google.orgHealtharticleGoogle.org and the Johnson & Johnson Foundation are launching a $10 million initiative to train rural U.S. healthcare workers in AI.Googlehttps://blog.google/company-news/outreach-and-initiatives/google-org/ai-training-rural-health-clinics/Supporting new research on the impacts of AIhttps://blog.google/company-news/outreach-and-initiatives/google-org/digital-futures-fund-2026/The image shows an abstract, digital rendering of numerous floating cubes and polyhedrons with reflective, shiny surfaces against a solid blue background.<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/gweb-uniblog-publish-prod/images/DFF_2026_Grantees_Blog_Asset_v2.max-600x600.format-webp.webp">Google.org’s Digital Futures Fund announces 2026 cohortTue, 14 Apr 2026 08:30:00 +0000https://blog.google/company-news/outreach-and-initiatives/google-org/digital-futures-fund-2026/Google.orgarticleSupporting new research on the impacts of AIGoogle.org’s Digital Futures Fund announces 2026 cohortGooglehttps://blog.google/company-news/outreach-and-initiatives/google-org/digital-futures-fund-2026/Maggie JohnsonVP and Global Head of Google.orgNew AI training for 40,000 manufacturing workershttps://blog.google/company-news/outreach-and-initiatives/google-org/manufacturing-institute-ai-training/Woman using a manufacturing tool<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/gweb-uniblog-publish-prod/original_images/HeroImage_Template-v1.png">Google.org is providing $10 million in funding to support the Manufacturing Institute.Mon, 13 Apr 2026 19:53:00 +0000https://blog.google/company-news/outreach-and-initiatives/google-org/manufacturing-institute-ai-training/Google.orgCreating opportunityarticleNew AI training for 40,000 manufacturing workersGoogle.org is providing $10 million in funding to support the Manufacturing Institute.Googlehttps://blog.google/company-news/outreach-and-initiatives/google-org/manufacturing-institute-ai-training/Maggie JohnsonVP and Global Head of Google.orgFrom test prep to graduation, our latest AI tools support learnershttps://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/education/ai-tools-programs-educators/An abstract infographic on a dark background illustrating the interconnected Google ecosystem. At the center is a large, glowing Gemini icon within a white circle, acting as a central hub. Connected to this hub via a network of multicolored lines are<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/gweb-uniblog-publish-prod/images/006-ASUGSV-Blog-Header-Apr-10_0.max-600x600.format-webp.webp">We’re joining thousands of faculty and administrators at leading EdTech events, ASU-GSV Summit and Internet2 Community Exchange.Mon, 13 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0000https://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/education/ai-tools-programs-educators/Learning & EducationarticleFrom test prep to graduation, our latest AI tools support learnersWe’re joining thousands of faculty and administrators at leading EdTech events, ASU-GSV Summit and Internet2 Community Exchange.Googlehttps://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/education/ai-tools-programs-educators/Steven ButschiDirector of Education Sales, North America6 easy ways to study for finals with Geminihttps://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/education/gemini-finals-study-tips/A stylized illustration of a woman wearing teal headphones, smiling while working on a laptop at a desk. The background features abstract UI elements of Gemini tools.<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/gweb-uniblog-publish-prod/images/Gemini_Tips_for_Final_Prep_hero.max-600x600.format-webp.webp">Learn how to use Gemini as your personal study partner — from turning messy lecture notes into podcasts to testing your knowledge with custom quizzes.Fri, 10 Apr 2026 13:00:00 +0000https://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/education/gemini-finals-study-tips/Learning & EducationGeminiarticle6 easy ways to study for finals with GeminiLearn how to use Gemini as your personal study partner — from turning messy lecture notes into podcasts to testing your knowledge with custom quizzes.Googlehttps://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/education/gemini-finals-study-tips/Carol WalportGroup Product ManagerHow 400+ campuses are putting AI to workhttps://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/education/google-ai-accelerator/A man looks at a computer smiling<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/gweb-uniblog-publish-prod/images/hero_1_wqi1al6.max-600x600.format-webp.webp">The Google AI for Education Accelerator and Google AI Professional Certificate are bridging the gap between AI and the classroom.Thu, 09 Apr 2026 16:00:00 +0000https://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/education/google-ai-accelerator/Learning & EducationarticleHow 400+ campuses are putting AI to workThe Google AI for Education Accelerator and Google AI Professional Certificate are bridging the gap between AI and the classroom.Googlehttps://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/education/google-ai-accelerator/Lisa GevelberVP, Grow with GoogleExpanding AI literacy to Catholic-school classrooms nationwide.https://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/education/catholic-school-ai-literacy/The new Google Educator Group will make AI training available to 146,000 educators who will in turn serve 1.6 million students.Tue, 07 Apr 2026 16:00:00 +0000https://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/education/catholic-school-ai-literacy/Learning & EducationarticleExpanding AI literacy to Catholic-school classrooms nationwide.Googlehttps://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/education/catholic-school-ai-literacy/Jess ColaPrivate and Charter LeadGoogle for EducationAn update on our mental health workhttps://blog.google/innovation-and-ai/technology/health/mental-health-updates/"Google Safety Updates: AI & Mental Health" is overlaid on an image of three Googlers.<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/gweb-uniblog-publish-prod/images/MentalHealth_042026_hero.max-600x600.format-webp.webp">We’re sharing an update on our mental health work, including some new changes to better connect people with the right information.Tue, 07 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0000https://blog.google/innovation-and-ai/technology/health/mental-health-updates/Google.orgGeminiHealtharticleAn update on our mental health workWe’re sharing an update on our mental health work, including some new changes to better connect people with the right information.Googlehttps://blog.google/innovation-and-ai/technology/health/mental-health-updates/Dr. Megan Jones BellClinical DirectorConsumer and Mental HealthLaurie RichardsonVice President, Trust & SafetyReaffirming our commitment to child safety in the face of European Union inactionhttps://blog.google/company-news/inside-google/around-the-globe/google-europe/reaffirming-commitment-to-child-safety/Image of Google, Meta, Microsoft and Snapchat logos<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/gweb-uniblog-publish-prod/images/Joint_Statement_CSAM_3_April_20.max-600x600.format-webp.webp">Today, because of the expiry of the ePrivacy derogation enabling the use of technology to detect child sexual abuse material (CSAM), Europe risks leaving children across…Sat, 04 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0000https://blog.google/company-news/inside-google/around-the-globe/google-europe/reaffirming-commitment-to-child-safety/Public PolicyGoogle in EuropearticleReaffirming our commitment to child safety in the face of European Union inactionGooglehttps://blog.google/company-news/inside-google/around-the-globe/google-europe/reaffirming-commitment-to-child-safety/Give your laptop a new life with ChromeOS Flexhttps://blog.google/company-news/outreach-and-initiatives/sustainability/chromeos-flex-back-market-kit/Packaging and USB drive for ChromeOS Flex next to the chromeOS logo<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/gweb-uniblog-publish-prod/original_images/ChromeOSFlex-Hero_v2.png">Google and Back Market's new USB kit makes it easy to install ChromeOS Flex, a free OS to revive your PC or Mac and reduce e-waste.Thu, 02 Apr 2026 13:00:00 +0000https://blog.google/company-news/outreach-and-initiatives/sustainability/chromeos-flex-back-market-kit/SustainabilityarticleGive your laptop a new life with ChromeOS FlexGoogle and Back Market's new USB kit makes it easy to install ChromeOS Flex, a free OS to revive your PC or Mac and reduce e-waste.Googlehttps://blog.google/company-news/outreach-and-initiatives/sustainability/chromeos-flex-back-market-kit/Ted BriggsPlatforms & Devices Lead for Sustainability Strategic PartnershipsGoogle.org and Highlights for Children have helped 1 million students navigate the digital world.https://blog.google/company-news/outreach-and-initiatives/google-org/highlights-be-internet-awesome/<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/gweb-uniblog-publish-prod/images/BeInternetAwesome_Social_BT2HFe.max-600x600.format-webp.webp">Google.org expanded our existing collaboration with Highlights for Children.Wed, 01 Apr 2026 18:30:00 +0000https://blog.google/company-news/outreach-and-initiatives/google-org/highlights-be-internet-awesome/FamiliesGoogle.orgarticleGoogle.org and Highlights for Children have helped 1 million students navigate the digital world.Googlehttps://blog.google/company-news/outreach-and-initiatives/google-org/highlights-be-internet-awesome/Our AI Literacy Day recap: putting educators in the leadhttps://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/education/ai-literacy-tools-certifications/3 rows of teachers posing as a group at the NYCPS AI Literacy event<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/gweb-uniblog-publish-prod/images/AILiteracyDay_NYCPS_Google_Hero.max-600x600.format-webp.webp">A recap of AI Literacy Day, including a New York City Public Schools event hosted at Google and updates to Google AI literacy resources.Wed, 01 Apr 2026 16:00:00 +0000https://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/education/ai-literacy-tools-certifications/Learning & EducationarticleOur AI Literacy Day recap: putting educators in the leadA recap of AI Literacy Day, including a New York City Public Schools event hosted at Google and updates to Google AI literacy resources.Googlehttps://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/education/ai-literacy-tools-certifications/Jennie MagieraGlobal Head of Education Impact, Google for EducationWe’re creating a new satellite imagery map to help protect Brazil’s forests.https://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/earth/satellite-imagery-brazilian-deforestation/<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/gweb-uniblog-publish-prod/images/bfc_keyword_before_after_white_.max-600x600.format-webp_QNQ8psB.webp">Google partnered with the Brazilian government on a satellite imagery map to help protect the country’s forests.Wed, 01 Apr 2026 13:30:00 +0000https://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/earth/satellite-imagery-brazilian-deforestation/SustainabilityGoogle EarthAIarticleWe’re creating a new satellite imagery map to help protect Brazil’s forests.Googlehttps://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/earth/satellite-imagery-brazilian-deforestation/Check out more certified refurbished Pixel models on the Google Store and Amazon Renewed.https://blog.google/products-and-platforms/devices/pixel/pixel-8a-certified-refurbished/<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/gweb-uniblog-publish-prod/images/CertifiedPixel8_Social.max-600x600.format-webp.webp">Find pre-owned Pixel phones on the Google Store and Amazon Renewed.Tue, 31 Mar 2026 19:00:00 +0000https://blog.google/products-and-platforms/devices/pixel/pixel-8a-certified-refurbished/SustainabilityPixelarticleCheck out more certified refurbished Pixel models on the Google Store and Amazon Renewed.Googlehttps://blog.google/products-and-platforms/devices/pixel/pixel-8a-certified-refurbished/Prem PandianGlobal Head of Strategic Initiatives and PartnershipsExplore Benjamin Franklin’s scientific discoveries on NotebookLMhttps://blog.google/company-news/outreach-and-initiatives/arts-culture/benjamin-franklin-notebooklm/Collage: Left image is a book by Ben Franklin; Right image is a woman in front of the aforementioned book<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/gweb-uniblog-publish-prod/images/Hero_Fwc5d9d.max-600x600.format-webp.webp">Benjamin Franklin’s scientific legacy and diplomatic career as seen through original Royal Society documents.Mon, 30 Mar 2026 20:48:00 +0000https://blog.google/company-news/outreach-and-initiatives/arts-culture/benjamin-franklin-notebooklm/NotebookLMArts & CulturearticleExplore Benjamin Franklin’s scientific discoveries on NotebookLMBenjamin Franklin’s scientific legacy and diplomatic career as seen through original Royal Society documents.Googlehttps://blog.google/company-news/outreach-and-initiatives/arts-culture/benjamin-franklin-notebooklm/Sir Mark WalportForeign Secretary and Vice President of the Royal SocietyAmit SoodDirectorGoogle Arts & CultureEvolving expectations of what’s possiblehttps://blog.google/innovation-and-ai/technology/safety-security/evolving-expectations-of-whats-possible/Gemini said A collage featuring a woman writing on a whiteboard, a blue growth arrow, abstract data light trails, and a security padlock icon.<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/gweb-uniblog-publish-prod/images/KW_evolvingexpectations_hero.max-600x600.format-webp.webp">Kent Walker shares Google’s perspective on the future of privacy at IAPP Global Summit 2026.Mon, 30 Mar 2026 15:00:00 +0000https://blog.google/innovation-and-ai/technology/safety-security/evolving-expectations-of-whats-possible/Public PolicyGoogle ResearchSafety & SecurityarticleEvolving expectations of what’s possibleKent Walker shares Google’s perspective on the future of privacy at IAPP Global Summit 2026.Googlehttps://blog.google/innovation-and-ai/technology/safety-security/evolving-expectations-of-whats-possible/Kent WalkerPresident of Global AffairsGoogle & AlphabetInvesting in a water-secure future for allhttps://blog.google/company-news/outreach-and-initiatives/sustainability/2026-water-stewardship-portfolio/A river between two mountains<img src="https://storage.googleapis.com/gweb-uniblog-publish-prod/images/water-hero.max-600x600.format-webp.webp">For World Water Day we’re releasing our 2026 Water Stewardship Project Portfolio summary report and sharing details on new partnerships.Mon, 23 Mar 2026 13:00:00 +0000https://blog.google/company-news/outreach-and-initiatives/sustainability/2026-water-stewardship-portfolio/SustainabilityarticleInvesting in a water-secure future for allFor World Water Day we’re releasing our 2026 Water Stewardship Project Portfolio summary report and sharing details on new partnerships.Googlehttps://blog.google/company-news/outreach-and-initiatives/sustainability/2026-water-stewardship-portfolio/Tara VargheseGlobal Water Stewardship Lead