Mission
Folkin is committed to promoting equality and fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees and collaborators are treated fairly and respectfully, regardless of gender, age, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or other backgrounds.
Goals
- Representation
- Ensure a diverse workforce across all levels of the organization.
- Strive for balanced representation of genders and backgrounds in leadership positions.
- Pay and Conditions
- Guarantee equal pay for equal work, irrespective of gender or background.
- Regularly review salary policies to identify and address any unconscious biases.
- Work Environment
- Promote a workplace free from discrimination, harassment, and bias.
- Implement flexible working conditions to accommodate diverse needs (e.g., family life, health concerns).
- Recruitment and Promotion
- Adopt equality-focused recruitment practices and ensure all job postings are inclusive.
- Maintain transparency in promotion processes to ensure equal opportunities for all.
Initiatives
- Training and Awareness
- Conduct annual training sessions on unconscious bias and equality for all employees and leaders.
- Mentorship Program
- Establish a mentorship program for underrepresented groups to strengthen their opportunities for growth and leadership.
- Inclusion and Harassment Policy
- Develop a clear policy on handling discrimination and harassment, including anonymous reporting mechanisms for employees.
- Partners and Projects
- Prioritize partnerships with organizations that align with Folkin’s values of equality and diversity.
Measurement and Reporting
- Data Collection and Analysis
- Collect data on workforce composition, pay equality, and other key areas to continuously assess progress on equality.
- Annual Reporting
- Publish an annual equality progress report on the company website.
- Employee Feedback
- Conduct anonymous employee surveys annually to evaluate the work environment and identify areas for improvement.
Accountability
- Equality Officer: Appoint an employee responsible for implementing and monitoring the equality plan.
- Leadership: Commit to actively supporting initiatives and serving as role models for equality.