Diversity is a synonym of wealth
For more than 10 years, Hera has had diversity management in place with the aim of enhancing diversity in the company, combating stereotypes, and promoting fairness through the dissemination of a culture of inclusion.
Hera's diversity management is a heterogeneous group that is representative of all company entities, characterised by varied competences, and works in a constant and coordinated way to develop awareness on DE&I issues.
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Other activities
To improve working conditions and to foster the exchange of ideas
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Thematic seminars on women's empowerment, the value of trust, overcoming gender stereotypes, welcoming and effective communication during the pandemic, language as an element of inclusion, initiatives against gender-based violence, support for fatherhood.
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Internal campaigns and events: promotion of the importance of women in STEM professions, event on the comparison of generations in the company, the “Inspiring girls” project in schools to counter stereotypes about professions and gender, conferences on inclusion and disability, etc.
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The mission of the diversity management
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Spreading the culture of inclusion between public, private and civil society and sharing best practices with local institutions and companies to strengthen the social fabric.
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Supporting other internal resources in the management and valorisation of plurality in the company.
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Stimulating and supporting the Group in the area of well-being and work-life balance.
The 3 founding principles of Hera’s DE&I: I see - I recognise - I value
I see...
I recognise...
I value...
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I am aware that stereotypes belong to our culture; they help simplify reality, but also make people short-sighted.
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I listen to see reality better, I ask questions and take nothing for granted.
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I recognise specificities, characteristics and different points of view; I put myself in the shoes of others.
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I embrace the thinking styles and behaviour of colleagues.
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I work to eliminate the difficulties that an under-represented group may encounter, and appreciate the value of their distinguishing features.
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I actively look for different contributions.
“In an inclusive environment like the Hera Group, which views difference as an opportunity for collective growth and enrichment, it is possible to make good use of each person’s specific characteristics to achieve results that the individual alone could not even dream of accomplishing.”
Susanna Zucchelli – Diversity Manager of Hera Group
Diversity, Equality and Inclusion strategy in Hera Group promotes gender equality, enhances talents and skills and develops an inclusive culture while guaranteeing fair treatment and equal opportunities to all employees. Indeed, Hera actively contributes to the UN’s 5th goal for sustainable development (SDG), specifically dedicated to gender equality.
Check our main key performance indicators regarding talent pipeline, salary pay, working policies, training and career advancements, among others:
HERA GROUP Diversity Equality & Inclusion data (1.679kb - PDF)
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Relevant acknowledgements
Diversity and Inclusion Index: HERA GROUP once again among the TOP 100 companies ranked in 2023
For the 8th consecutive year, the Hera Group was confirmed as one of the top 100 companies in the world most committed to diversity and inclusion. It is certified by Refinitiv in the Diversity Inclusion Index 2023, the international index that ranks more than 15,000 listed companies globally.
Hera is the only multi-utility among the 4 Italian companies included in the TOP 100 compiled by Refinitiv.
Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI): Hera in the Top 1% of S&P Global CSA Score
The corporate sustainability performance assessment conducted by S&P Global places Hera within the “Top 1%” of the best performing companies in the industry. With an ESG score of 82/100, compared to an industry average of 43/100, Hera confirms its leadership in both environmental and social dimensions, where it recorded the highest score among Multi and Water Utilities.
This year's membership was highly competitive. Of more than 9,400 companies assessed in the Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA) 2023, divided into 62 business sectors, only 759 companies were included in the Sustainability Yearbook 2024, and only 66 were classified as “Top 1%”. Hera is among these.
For the fourth consecutive year, Hera has been included in Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index, which measures gender equality and the promotion of diversity and inclusion and evaluates 11,700 companies worldwide committed to promoting and creating equal and inclusive workplaces. The 2023 edition rewarded the commitment of 484 listed companies from over 45 countries.
Hera's confirmation within the Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index - achieving significant results, even compared to the average in the utility sector - bears witness to the quality of the path chosen by the Group, which over time has been enriched with new content and increased dimensions, involving a growing number of employees. The Hera Group stands out in particular for in particular for equal pay, an inclusive culture and harassment prevention.
Partnerships & collaborations
People from different backgrounds and experiences working together to help each other out
In the last 14 years the Diversity Team has carried out dozens of initiatives:
- Organising research projects, seminars, workshops, meetings, webinars, labs, film projections, a theater show;
- Signing in agreements with local authorities, services providers and associations;
- Producing video tutorials, brochures and gamification activities.
For some of the above, the Team has identified appropriate partners that have contributed with their knowledge, talents and skills.
IDEAS
GOALS
SUCCESS
Among others, the D&I Team collaborates with
- Marisa Bellisario Foundation
- Valore D Association
- ASPHI Foundation
- Diversity&Inclusion Speaking
- ENS Onlus
- Europa Donna Coalition
- Newton society
- Bologna University
- Università Cattolica of Milano
- Impronta Etica
- AISM Association
- Forma Viva
- Work Wide Women
- AUSL of Modena
- ASL of Bologna
- ANT Foundation onlus
- DiverCity
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