Efforts to empower women
The Sony Group is committed to diversity as one of its key sustainability initiatives based on Sony's Purpose, "Fill the world with emotion, through the power of creativity and technology" and on Sony's People Philosophy. We are creating a workplace where each employee can play an active role and work comfortably.
We believe that the success of employees with such diverse experiences can empower and inspire others. Going forward, as a company with global operations.
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Here is the Sony Group's initiative across countries and regions.
International Women’s Day Initiatives Across Countries
International Women's Day is a commemorative day dedicated to advancement of women's status in political, economic, and social spheres. Every year, in conjunction with International Women's Day on March 8th, we hold events and activities across the U.S., Europe, and Asia to deepen understanding of global trends in gender equity and raise employee awareness on the matter.
In Japan in 2024, Sony invited outside experts to give lectures and streamed messages from Sony Group executives as part of their International Women’s Day events.
Sony Group Initiatives Across Countries and Regions
In its operations as a global enterprise, the Sony Group promotes unique initiatives tailored to the culture of each country, region, and company.
Japan
Diversity in Leadership is Valuable Enhancing Network and Skill Development
In September 2023, the Sony Women Leaders Forum (SWLF) was held in Japan. This networking event is for women in the department management level or above across the group who are at the forefront of our business. In March 2024, we held the SWLF for women in managerial positions. The event coincided with International Women's Day, and provided an opportunity for women to share their career and leadership skills while forging connections that transcend individual businesses. Top management delivered a powerful message: "You can embody the myriad ways to be a leader." We continue to implement women's leadership programs and mentoring to provide ongoing skill development.
Gathering photo at SWLF
United States
Facilitating Workshops and Skill Building Programs for Employees
Sony Music Publishing (SMP) invests in the development of women with high potential and performance, implementing the Women's Leadership Program worldwide, especially within the U.S. Sony Interactive Entertainment helps women employees to further develop their capabilities through activities such as the Senior Women's Leadership Forum, which provides a space to connect with women managers and learn practices and strategies relating to leadership.
Program at SMP
Europe
Various initiatives to make women leaders visible
Sony Pictures Entertainment produced short films showcasing role models in celebration of International Women's Month.
Sony Europe is improving the gender ratio by strengthening recruitment and hiring practices, updating policies and procedures, and collaborating with 3rd party initiatives such as Top Women Tech, RISE Women in Broadcast, and Pink Programming. They celebrated International Women's Day through a live panel session featuring women leaders from across the Sony Group sharing their experiences and ideas to inspire inclusion.
Top Women Tech at Sony Europe
Diverse Initiatives
Sony is also actively working to create an environment and organizational culture that promotes diversity. Here are some examples of these measures in Japan.
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)
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Act on Advancement of Measures to Support Raising Next-Generation Children
