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Equality
Aqualia is strongly committed to equal opportunities at work Supporting female talent within the Equality Plan
valuing diversity of nationalities and cultures of the entire
workforce and promoting equality between men and women Aqualia’s Equality Plan, approved in 2010 has led to the
in all areas. This commitment is tangible by promoting various implementation of measures aimed at ensuring equality and
initiatives and programs. promoting work-life balance. Among the measures implemented
in 2014 we highlight the boost to women’s leadership through
workshops and the Mentoring Program.
IN 2014, THE MINISTRY OF HEALTH, SOCIAL AFFAIRS AND EQUALITY HAS INFORMED AQUALIA
ABOUT GRANTING THE EXTENSION OF THE EQUALITY IN THE COMPANY DISTINCTION.
WORKSHOPS FOR EQUALITY
Aqualia has developed two practical workshops targeting women
and members of the HR department.
These workshops, linked to Equality Plan include development
and career progression activities of women in the company, they
have formed the participants in communication skills, negotiation
and team management.The workshop aimed at HR department
has focused on the opportunities from organizational flexibility
policies and the incorporation of various groups in positions of
responsibility in order to correct any imbalances.
Mentoring Program participants during the “Lead your future” workshop.
I MENTORING PROGRAM
Directed only to women, the company has launched the first
annual Mentoring Program, in order to boost the female
talent in the organization. Aimed at facilitating the career
potential of women in the company, the program is a process of
knowledge transfer through which the more experienced person
(mentor) teaches, advises, guides and assists in the professional
development of the personnel under training (mentee).
The objectives pursued by this program are:
At one of the workshops in favour of equality. ❚❚Contributing to a cultural change in the company with a
commitment to gender equality.
The first program started in May 2014
with 5 employees employed mentors ❚❚Guiding and facilitating the careers of women identified with
and 5 “mentees” potential in Aqualia.
❚❚Transmitting organizational values, know-how, capabilities and
skills needed to perform a specific task.
❚❚Recognizing and valuing the talent of mentoring employees.
❚❚Facilitating relations with the people from which they can learn
and helping them establish their contact network.
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