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.

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