Always Moving: D&I at the Swire Group

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As Swire looks on proudly at our more than 200 years of history, we keep evolving with the times. And nowhere is that more true than on our diversity & inclusion (D&I) journey – as well as our actions that stem from it. 

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D&I benefits the individual, the communities in which we operate, and society as a whole. By promoting D&I, we attract and retain people who can further our organisation. At Swire, we are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive working environment for all our people regardless of their age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, relationship, family status, disability, race, ethnicity, nationality, or religion. 

We believe in creating an environment where people feel comfortable at work and are able to realise their full potential. Under this principle, the D&I Department developed the Swire Pacific D&I Strategic Framework in 2019 establishing three goals, five diversity focus areas, and a five-year plan. The framework is guided by the Swire Group D&I Policy and provides a blueprint for John Swire & Sons (H.K.) (JS&SHK) and Swire Pacific operating companies to meet their D&I commitments. 

In May, Swire Pacific was one of the 14 corporations in Hong Kong to receive an Equal Opportunity Employer Gold Award from the Equal Opportunities Commission (EOC) for our stance on gender, diverse abilities, family status, and race. The award recognises our commitment to D&I in the workplace, highlights Swire’s market leadership, and shows how we are using our influence to make a positive impact in the Hong Kong community. 

Always Laying the Groundwork