Prime employer for women, Avon, is included in the Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index (GEI) which distinguishes companies setting an example to advance women in the workplace through measurement and transparency.
This is the second time Avon has been selected for the GEI, which recognises Avon’s commitment to creating opportunities for women to earn and learn.
Empowering women is fundamental to Avon
“We’re delighted that Avon has been included in the Bloomberg Gender Equality Index for the second year running,” says Angela Cretu, Avon’s Chief Executive Officer. “Empowering women is fundamental to our business mission and social purpose and we want to open up more opportunities for more women with Avon. It’s always terrific for our efforts to be recognised and this benchmarking programme supports our commitment to continuous improvement.”
A plethora of programmes supporting female associates
Advancing economic participation for women has been part of Avon’s DNA for over 130 years. Avon has added more and more programmes to support its female associates, as well as launching stand4her, a global initiative to create a better world for women, through women.
Avon has also launched its multi-year Global Women’s Strategy – making a conscious effort to raise the bar for female employees across its global organisation. Through this data-driven strategy the company has embedded a robust pay equity process, advanced a culture of flexible working, enhanced benefits and support for working parents and put in place programmes to help women fulfill their potential and move into roles where women are not so well represented.
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