Coats Group plc, the world’s leading manufacturer in thread and structural components for apparel and footwear and an innovative pioneer in performance materials, is proud to announce its recognition as one of the UK’s Best Workplaces for Women™ by Great Place To Work® UK.
This prestigious accolade underscores Coats’ steadfast commitment to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace for all where women can thrive and excel.
“At Coats, we are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels valued and empowered. This recognition by GPTW® UK is a testament to our ongoing efforts to champion gender equality and support women in their professional journeys,” said Farnaz Ranjbar, Group Chief Human Resources Officer. “Our initiatives such as ‘Coats for All’ and ‘Coats for Her’ are pivotal in driving this change and ensuring that we remain a workplace where diversity is celebrated and nurtured.”
The ‘Coats for All’ programme emphasises equality of treatment during recruitment, at work, and in the development of all employees, regardless of gender, age, disability, race, religion, or belief. The ‘Coats for Her’ programme elevates excellence and empowers equity through initiatives like the Female Recruitment Campaign, Women in Leadership Fast-Track, Mentoring, Women’s Visibility, and Return to Work.
Coats was named among the World’s 25 Best Workplaces™ in 2023 by Fortune and GPTW®. The company was also included in the 2022 list of UK’s Best Workplaces for Women™.
The 2024 UK’s Best Workplaces for Women™ List is made up of employers whose people have told Great Place To Work® UK they work for a place that is inclusive and equitable for all. The 330 companies on the list are committed to ensuring a reasonable balance of women and men across the organisation; removing barriers to women’s career advancement; and creating workplaces where all employees, regardless of gender, can flourish.
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