PAKISTAN:- In recognition of its efforts to empower women and promote a diverse and equitable work environment, P&G Pakistan was today honored with the prestigious title of ‘Champion of the Year 2023’ at the 6th Annual OICCI Women’s Empowerment Awards organized by the Chamber. Foreign Investors. (OICCI) Trade and Industry.
OICCI, the oldest and largest investment chamber, plays a vital role in the development of commerce and industry in the country with 200 plus members representing 35 different countries and 14 different trade and industry sectors. The OICCI Women’s Empowerment Award is a continuation of the OICCI Women’s Initiative, which was launched to encourage member companies to lead by example in empowering women in the workforce and creating gender equality in their respective organizations.
Promoting gender equality and diversity is a long-standing mission of P&G Pakistan. The company is active in combating racism, removing educational barriers for girls, corporate programs and brands, and creating economic opportunities for women, raising their voices to achieve an inclusive, gender-fair environment within P&G. Promote gender and intersectional equality in the workplace so everyone can contribute to their full potential.
Commenting on receiving this prestigious award, Adil Farhat, SVP and CEO of P&G Pakistan, said, “We are proud to be named the 2023 Champion by OICCI for the second consecutive year in the Women’s Empowerment Awards. This recognition demonstrates our unwavering commitment to equality gender. With women making up 50% of the leadership and key roles in our site, we are committed to achieving gender equality and steadily expanding economic opportunities for women. We thank OICCI and encourage them to continue their efforts which is more inclusive.”
P&G Pakistan is committed to creating fair and equitable opportunities for all employees, with a focus on recruiting and developing a diverse workforce. As part of our commitment to promoting equity and inclusion (E&I), promoting mental health is a key focus for the company. Here, the company actively participates in dialogue and initiatives aimed at countering microaggressions, misinformation and misinformation. Recognizing the importance of creating an inclusive and supportive work environment, P&G is committed to creating a space where all employees are valued and respected.
In addition, P&G is actively addressing generational gaps by attracting and empowering Gen Z, recognizing their growing impact on the workforce and consumer landscape. This commitment is reinforced by a diverse leadership style suited to this dynamic demographic. Additionally, P&G demonstrates its commitment to employee well-being and family support through progressive policies. New mothers enjoy six months of fully paid maternity leave, while Share Worry’s parental leave gives new fathers at least eight weeks of fully paid leave. This initiative demonstrates P&G’s commitment to promoting inclusion and support during critical life transitions.
In addition, P&G’s impact extends to the workplace through strategic partnerships with organizations such as Health Oriented Prevention Education (HOPE) and Akhuwat Microfinance. This collaboration has led to significant progress in providing quality education and economic empowerment to disadvantaged communities in Pakistan. To date, P&G has facilitated the education of more than 20,000 girls and provided microcredit to around 100 women, enabling them to create a brighter future for themselves and their families. As a proud partner of STEMconnector, P&G is dedicated to inspiring and supporting women and girls around the world to pursue, pursue and excel in STEM careers. Through its mentoring program, P&G Pakistan has had the privilege of mentoring nearly 1,000 women to succeed in various fields, representing gender diversity and critical areas of expertise.