Efforts to Empower Women
The Sony Group, guided by its Purpose, "Fill the world with emotion, through the power of creativity and technology," and Sony's People Philosophy,
promotes a workplace where diverse talent can thrive.
To support women's career advancement, Sony Group companies in Japan have established goals to increase the ratio of women in management positions
and offer leadership development programs, networking opportunities, and mentoring.
The Group also continues to promote initiatives in connection with International Women's Day,
helping to deepen understanding of gender equity and expand opportunities for women to thrive.
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International Women’s Day Initiatives Around the World
International Women’s Day is a global day dedicated to advancing the status of women in political, economic, and social spheres. Each year, around March 8, Sony Group companies hold events to share messages from top management and deepen understanding of global trends in gender equity across countries and regions, helping to raise employee awareness.
Creating Connections and Learning Opportunities for Women Leaders Across Sony Group
In October 2025, in conjunction with Diversity Month*, the Sony Group held the cross-group networking event "Sony Women Leaders Forum (SWLF)" for women serving in department manager and section manager-equivalent roles across Sony Group companies in Japan.
The forum provided an opportunity for participants to learn together about the importance of EQ (Emotional Quotient) leadership and dialogue. Participants, along with male and female general managers who supported the group discussions, joined from 21 Sony Group companies, leading to active exchanges of ideas.
- * Diversity Month: An annual opportunity for Sony Group employees around the world to reflect on diversity
Group Work Session at SWLF
Supporting Sony Artists and Creators
Sony Corporation of America hosted a special online tour of In Focus: Artists at Work, an exhibition which ran at from October 2023 through April 2025 at the National Museum of Women in the Arts, for Sony employees. The exhibition offers an intimate look into the creative processes and perspectives of contemporary artists through beautifully crafted, short documentary-style films.
Collaboration with External Organizations
In 2021, Sony Group signed the Keidanren (Japan Business Federation) “Challenge for 30% by 2030.” Additionally, starting in 2020, Sony has joined as an advocate company to support activities in Japan aligned with EMPOWER*, an initiative formed among G20 countries and regions to promote women's participation in decision-making roles.
- * Private sector alliance for the Empowerment and Progression of Women’s Economic Representation
Obtained “Platinum Eruboshi” Certification from Minister of Health, Labour and Welfare (February 2024)
On April 28, 2016, Sony Corporation (now Sony Group Corporation) received the top-level "Eruboshi" certification from the Minister of Health, Labour and Welfare under the Act on Promotion of Women's Participation and Advancement in the Workplace, recognizing it as an excellent company for promoting women's active participation in the workforce. Then, on January 24, 2024, it received the "Platinum Eruboshi Certification," awarded to companies among the certified firms that have particularly outstanding initiatives in promoting women’s participation in the workforce.
“Platinum Eruboshi” Certification from Minister of Health (only in Japanese)
Sony Group Corporation Action Plan
Act on Advancement of Measures to Support Raising Next-Generation Children