CP Foods Earns Recognition for Rights Protection and Gender Equality on International Women’s Day
Charoen Pokphand Foods Public Company Limited (CP Foods) has received two awards in recognition as the private organization’s dedication to rights protection and the promotion of gender equality throughout the organization on International Women’s Day 2024.
These accolades were bestowed by the Ministry of Social Development and Human Security. CP Foods was honored with the Outstanding Private Organization Award, while Ms. Pimonrat Reephattanavijitkul, Chief People Officer of CP Foods and CP Group, President of CP Leadership Institute, received the Outstanding Private Sector Individual. These awards underscore the company’s achievements in upholding human rights principles, nurturing an inclusive culture, and steadfastly opposing all forms of discrimination throughout the careers of its employees.
Ms. Pimonrat Reephattanavijitkul, commented that the awards reflect CP Foods’ awareness of diversity, not only in terms of gender but also in supporting and promoting equal opportunities and rights for individuals of all ages, races, nationalities, religions, and covering vulnerable groups.
This commitment is a significant force that helps the organization achieve its goals, firmly establishing a culture of respect for human rights. CP Foods remains dedicated to implementing policies and practices aligned with employee journey, cultivating an organizational culture engaging diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). This involves various initiatives, such as facilitating employee access to a diverse range of employee clubs, including CPF LGBTQ+ club and CPF Warm Family Club, which provide a mechanism for employees to voice their opinions and actively contribute to promoting equality within the organization.
CP Foods, with a global presence spanning 17 countries, realizes diversity as a strength that significantly enhances effective human resource management throughout the entire employee journey. From recruitment, training, performance assessments, compensation and benefits, to post-retirement care, CP Foods is unwavering in its commitment to ensuring equal treatment for both Thai and non-Thai employees in all aspects.
The company actively engages migrant workers through legally certified agents, ensuring transparency and ethical practices in the recruitment process. Additionally, CP Foods conducts Post-Arrival Verification to uphold the integrity of recruitment processes for migrant workers, ensuring responsibility, compliance with standards, and transparency. This robust system guarantees the company’s ability to promptly take corrective actions due to any discrepancies.
CP Foods persistently promotes opportunities for disables emphasizing job opportunities based on their abilities to foster financial independence and self-reliance. As a result of these efforts, CP Foods has received the “Outstanding Organization Supporting People with Disabilities” award for seven consecutive years from the Ministry of Social Development and Human Security.
Furthermore, the company has been recognized with the “Role Model on Sustainable Business Award” in the Thai capital market by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for its exceptional commitment to supporting individuals with disabilities.
In addition to prioritizing employee well-being, CP Foods recognizes its broader responsibility to contribute to the nation and society. The company actively engages in partnerships with business alliances to spearhead various initiatives, including the CONNEXT ED program dedicated to elevating the quality of education in Thailand. CP Foods extends its support to projects fostering increased youth access to education and heightened competitiveness.
Through collaborations such as the “Build People, Build Future, Build Networks” initiative with leading universities and educational institutions, the company aims to craft educational curricula that empower students with practical experiences, facilitating a seamless transition into the workforce and addressing the dynamic demands of the labor market.
Additionally, the Ministry is considering honoring Ms. Pimonrat Reephattanavijitkul with the Outstanding Private Sector Individual accolade, acknowledging her significant contributions to promoting gender equality and safeguarding individuals’ rights. She stands as an exemplary figure both within and outside the organization, embodying the core principles of the International Women’s Day 2024 event, which focuses on “Empowering Women and Girls, Eliminating Poverty, Towards Gender Equality on the Foundation of a Warm Family.
