DIVERSITY STATEMENT

Our commitment to Diversity, Inclusivity, and Belonging

As a company, we are committed to the principles of equity, diversity, accessibility, and inclusion. At Maru, we value the contributions of all colleagues and engage in ongoing efforts to foster a sense of welcome and belonging. We do not tolerate discrimination in any form, as all colleagues have a right to a work environment that is respectful and inclusive. We believe diverse identities and diversity of experience, outlook, and culture drive innovation. This is core to how we build our teams, cultivate our leaders and create an inclusive company.

Maru acknowledges that the path to inclusivity is an ongoing journey. We have developed a Plan of Action on Equity, Diversity and Inclusion with key tenants to guide the organization.


Plan of Action on Equity Diversity and Inclusion

Our plan of action outlines the key steps we are taking to ensure diversity, inclusivity, and belonging throughout our organization. We are committed to positive change and total transparency with our colleagues.


WE WILL FOCUS ON OUR SELF-EDUCATION

We will provide education opportunities to ensure that we raise awareness on equitable and inclusive practices across the organization.



WE WILL FOCUS ON LISTENING

We will create communication mechanisms and channels for colleagues and stakeholders to provide new perspectives that will make a difference through relevant actions, approaches, and policies.


WE WILL FOCUS ON OUR RECRUITMENT PROCESS AND PRACTISES

We will introduce recruitment approaches to ensure that the candidate pool from which we recruit maximizes our opportunity for diversity. We commit to ensuring our hiring panels are diverse and receive education on implicit bias.


WE WILL FOCUS ON SPECIFIC LOCAL ACTIONS

Our Diversity, Inclusivity, and Belonging program - Maru Cares is implemented on a local office basis; each office will direct its efforts to initiatives that foster DIB both internally and externally.



WE WILL FOCUS ON TRANSPARENCY

We will publish our progress against these initiatives every quarter to all of our colleagues.