Sodexo celebrates its 60th anniversary
Founded on March 9, 1966, in Marseille by Pierre Bellon, Sodexo is celebrating today 60 years of a visionary model that has, over the decades, led it to become one of the global leaders in food and services.
Sodexo earns top LGBTIQ+ inclusion level achievement in 2023 Workplace Pride Global Benchmark for the 4th year in a row
Sodexo is pleased to announce that it has earned the Advocate designation in the 2023 Workplace Pride Global Benchmark for the 4th year in a row. This prestigious recognition highlights Sodexo's performance and commitment to high standards of LGBTQ+ inclusion among globally renowned organizations.
Sodexo maintained its impressive score of 91,90%, reaching the top-level ranking in the benchmark. With this score, Sodexo reaffirms its position as a leader in both the service industry and the private sector categories and continues to pave the way for LGBTQ+ inclusion within its own workforce and for society.
The Workplace Pride Global Benchmark evaluates the LGBTIQ+ inclusion standards among organizations. It consists of a detailed review and analysis of eight key items supporting LGBTIQ+ inclusion within the workplace: Policy & Communication, Employee Networks, Workplace Awareness, Support & Benefits, Inclusion & Engagement, Expertise & Monitoring, Business & Supplier Engagement, Impact on Society.
“Our team members expect to feel valued for their authentic selves. Being a talent magnet company and an employer of choice means allyship, recognizing diversity in all its aspects, as everyone is a source of creativity and innovation. When you work for Sodexo, you belong to a team, you act with purpose and thrive in your own way”
“This recognition shows, year after year, our increasing commitment to creating an inclusive workplace and supporting our LGBTQ+ employees. We are honoured by this acknowledgement and remain determined to continue to grow a culture of inclusion within Sodexo, and also expand our efforts to drive positive change for LGBTQ+ community in society."
Find out more about Sodexo’s commitment to sexual orientation and gender identity here.
About the Workplace Pride Global Benchmark
The Workplace Pride Global Benchmark was initially introduced in 2014 as an annual survey, enabling participants to track their progress. Developed under the leadership of Workplace Pride, with support from the University of Leiden, major employers, and NGOs from various countries, the Benchmark represents the gold standard of LGBTIQ+ workplace inclusion worldwide. It empowers management with the data needed to measure and enhance LGBTIQ+ workplace inclusion in their organisations across the globe.
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