Maiora, the DESPAR Italia partner operating in the Central-South region of Italy, has obtained the Italian Gender Equality Certification UNI/PdR 125:2022. Awarded by accredited body Si Cert Italy, this certification recognises Maiora’s commitment to fairness, respect, and inclusion in the workplace.

Commitment to inclusion

With approximately 2,900 employees, 47% of whom are women, Maiora has taken clear steps to ensure equal opportunities in the workplace. The organisation’s Gender Equality Steering Committee continues to lead initiatives that promote diversity, analyse progress through performance indicators, and manage dedicated budgets for inclusion projects. During the certification process, Si Cert Italy reviewed policies such as employee protection from discrimination, welfare and parenthood policieis measure, gender-balanced recruitment, and career development strategies.

Driving equality throughout the organisation

In 2022, Maiora became the first retailer in Southern Italy to receive the Equal Salary certification. This confirmed equal pay for men and women with the same qualifications and roles. The new Gender Equality Certification further highlights Maiora’s position as a leader in sustainability and diversity in the Italian retail sector.

This newest certification demonstrates Maiora’s continued journey in enhancing the working environment and wellbeing for employees. Indeed, Maiora has held the prestigious Top Employer recognition from the Top Employers Institute each year since 2023, showcasing Maiora as a high-performing company in HR practices.

Source: Maiora SpA SB

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About SPAR Italy

SPAR Italy, known locally as DESPAR Italia, was first granted the SPAR brand licence in 1959. DESPAR Italia grants sub-licenses to regional partners, all of whom work together to grow the brand across the country. As a limited liability consortium, DESPAR Italia aims to provide itself with a corporate structure with a more efficient and flexible organisational structure. The central office places a strong emphasis on own brand product sourcing, supplementing the buying power of the consortium in the market.