Fine Hygienic Holding (FHH), a world-leading wellness group, manufacturer of hygienic paper products, and long-term germ protection solutions, recently signed the CEO Statement of Support for the Women’s Empowerment Principles (WEPs).
WEPs is a UN Women initiative, collaborating with the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC); it offers guidance to businesses on how to promote gender equality and women’s empowerment in the workplace, marketplace, and community. The group’s CEO, James Michael Lafferty, signed the statement.
By joining the WEPs community, FHH continues to build on its commitment to implementing business practices that empower women. These include equal pay for work of equal value, gender-responsive supply chain practices, and a zero-tolerance policy against all types of harassment in the workplace.
The company has long been a pioneer in supporting the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC) and its various development and sustainability goals. FFH was the first paper mill in the region to become a signatory to the UNGC and is a founding member of the UNGC Jordan Network.
Moreover, it supports a wide range of women’s empowerment programs and initiatives, along with being the platinum sponsor of Break the Ceiling, Touch the Sky, a leading global forum for women in leadership, and has received numerous awards for its commitment to supporting women in the workplace.
FHH is a recognized regional leader in the area of supporting and empowering women in the workplace. The group provides numerous benefits to women across the company, including unrivaled maternity and paid menstrual leaves, exceptional workplace flexibility, and a wealth of professional support and mentorship designed to cultivate a working environment where women can thrive.
