2021-03-23

International Women’s Day Event

In order to create a sustainable society, MHD has also launched the DE&I Employee Network to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion within the company; with the aim of creating a workplace where employees can work freely and openly for a healthier organization. MHD Moët Hennessy Diageo has been continuously working on sustainability and CSR initiatives (disaster relief, social gastronomy, art for the disabled, etc.). In light of the current situation in Japan, which ranks 121st out of 153 countries in the Gender Gap Index*, we have been working relentlessly on Women Empowerment and Women Leadership activities since 2020, with diversity in society as our primary focus.

*The Global Gender Gap Index 2020 rankings

As a first step to encourage awareness and reformation within the company, the DE&I Employee Network held the first event, “International Women's Day Lecture & Workshop" was held on March 8-10, 2021

The keynote speaker and facilitator was Ms. Masako Ikehara, entrepreneur and CEO of MANABICIA Corporation, which operates the “Mentor For” program.

Women Empowerment supporting organization such as Lean In – Tokyo; whom was represented by Ms. Chiaki Ishihara (March 8, in English) and Ms. Yuki Kojo (March 10, in Japanese), were invited to participate in the panel discussion, which MHD is collaborating with as a CSR.

Through lectures, panel discussions, and workshops, the participants were able to understand the various "Unconscious Biases" that everyone has. Additionally, the biases that are hindering the success of their own lives and careers as well as those of others, furthermore the change in their mindset to see the difference between "I understand" and "I can do it". It was a crucial, yet valuable step for all employees to share the awareness that overcoming the unconscious bias will lead to success in their own lives and the lives of others. The inclusion of the difficulties in a men's life as a topic on International Women's Day was a bold but necessary step that helped everyone take the first step toward understanding and accepting each other's differences.

MHD Moët Hennessy Diageo K.K. will continue to focus on activities that support women's leadership and careers, gender equality and diversity inclusion for a sustainable future.

 

MHD Moët Hennessy Diageo K.K.

2025-06-08

A Place to Express Your Authentic Self: MHD’s participation in Tokyo Pride 2025

MHD Moët Hennessy Diageo participated in Tokyo Pride 2025, one of the largest LGBTQ+ events in Asia, which celebrated its 14th edition this year. Held during pride month, June 7th and 8th, the Pride Festival welcomed approximately 273,000 attendees over two days, each coming together to celebrate and support the rights and diversity of the LGBTQ+ community. The event also saw companies, organizations, and individuals communicate their efforts toward diversity and inclusion from their respective standpoints.

This year marked a significant evolution for the event, with a name change from Tokyo Rainbow Pride to Tokyo Pride. The change reflects a broader scope, shifting the focus beyond LGBTQ+ rights to address various intersecting human rights issues, including gender, race, and disability. The central theme for the event, “Same Life, Same Rights”, delivers a strong message affirming that all lives deserve equal rights, free from discrimination and prejudice. Tokyo Pride 2025 will continue throughout pride month with a range of events, with the initiatives that aim to raise awareness of the complex challenges faces by the LGBTQ+ community and foster open dialogue around inclusion and equity.

As a platinum sponsor, the LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton Japan proudly supported the event. On June 8th, around 250 employees from various maisons, including MHD, marched in the Pride Parade, which was filled with an atmosphere of warmth, solidarity, and celebration in the Shibuya and Harajuku areas. As part of MHD’s sustainability manifesto, "Living Soils, Living Together," our participation in Tokyo Pride represents one aspect of our ongoing commitment to “engaging with society”. This was also an opportunity to re-visualize DE&I (Diversity, Equity & Inclusion) initiatives both internally and externally, and to show a commitment to supporting and walking together with the community.

MHD, together with the LVMH Group, will continue to promote DE&I initiatives and strive to ensure that our corporate efforts spark new findings and learning opportunities for each and every employee.


 

MHD Moët Hennessy Diageo K.K.