Over 70 ARGs (Associate Resource Groups) across the globe
These are vital for ensuring greater awareness, shared understanding, and collective action across the whole of Mars. And the network's getting bigger all the time.
In the world we want tomorrow,
society is inclusive and diverse
In the world we want tomorrow,
society is inclusive and diverse
society is inclusive and diverse
We’re proud of the initiatives that are helping to change our world.
We equip our Talent leaders with data to ensure fairness
We empower our P&O Associates (People & Organisation) and Line Managers with exercises, trends and data so that conversations, interviews and internal reviews are unbiased and inclusive. It is incredibly important to us that we have the right discussions with our Associates, and the new people we attract to Mars.
#TheMassiveOvershare
Our campaign to support working mothers helped to normalize conversations around maternal mental health. We also offer support with mental health, resilience, parenting, and relationships through our Associate Assistance Programe (AAP).
Women leaders
41% of Mars leaders are women and we’ve advanced the number of gender-balanced leadership teams from 43% to 50% over the past year. We’ve expanded leadership development training for women across our regions and functions, based on our flagship “Women Leading Purposefully” course designed with Harvard University.
We’ve recently launched a pilot program, “Advancing Female Leaders,” and are placing a dedicated focus on functions that have under representation of women, including Supply and IT.
We’ve recently launched a pilot program, “Advancing Female Leaders,” and are placing a dedicated focus on functions that have under representation of women, including Supply and IT.
We keep learning
To continue gaining expert insight and advice, we’ve recently expanded our partnerships with world-class non-profit Inclusion and Diversity organizations including Catalyst (Gender), Out & Equal (LGBTQ+), Stonewall (LGBTQ+), Tanenbaum (Religion), Disability:IN and Gender Fair.
Sustained change requires action
“Sustained change requires sustained action. Action requires education, allyship, analysis of our processes and procedures and a commitment to deconstructing and adjusting our systems, where needed. And the time for action is now.”
Ibtehal Fathy | Global Inclusion and Diversity Officer
Ibtehal Fathy | Global Inclusion and Diversity Officer
Under the spotlight
Under the spotlight
I CAN BE ME
Sharing our different stories is a powerful way to help others understand who we really are. See what our Associates shared in our I CAN BE ME initiative.
We have +70 Associate Resource Groups across the globe!
We have +70 Associate Resource Groups across the globe!
Here's just a snapshot of the multiple topics our ARGs embrace:
Celebrating unique backgrounds and experiences, individuals are empowered to bring their whole, authentic self to the workplace. The aim is to maximize the potential of each individual and, as a collective, build awareness across Mars.
Offering learning and networking opportunities, we inspire and support women to pursue their personal and professional goals. Importantly, we aspire to achieve gender balance across 100% of our leadership team. Learn more about Full Potential, our platform for gender equity and our #HereToBeHeard global listening study.
By understanding and celebrating our differences, we can promote cultural diversity and nurture an environment that's aware, respectful and truly incisive.
We want our Associates to feel they can openly express personal challenges, share experiences and get the support they need to maximize their potential.
We want everyone to feel appreciated and accepted for who they are as individuals. This group was established to provide communities with a voice, support and every opportunity to enrich our business.
Supporting veterans and military families, we celebrate the strength of our veterans, providing them with a welcoming environment and assisting them with their onboarding process.
Hear more from representatives of our Associate Resource Groups here:
Proud to be Mars
Proud to be Mars
We’re extremely proud of the Diversity and Inclusion culture we’ve created at Mars. It’s an environment where people are truly supported
to perform at their best. And to be recognized for our achievements? That feels pretty great too.
to perform at their best. And to be recognized for our achievements? That feels pretty great too.
Glassdoor Best Places to Work 2022
US, UK, France
Glassdoor Top 25 Management Teams
France
Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award 2022
2022 Best Places to Work for LGBTQ+ Equality
Human Rights Campaign Foundation
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