Diversity, equity and inclusion are among the cornerstones of Posti’s sustainability program. We want to work together to build a culture that encourages and promotes diversity, equity and inclusion. Diversity in our work community enriches us: together, we represent around 100 nationalities as well as different age groups and educational backgrounds. Throughout our history, we have consistently promoted a more equal work community and society. In 1864, we were the first state institution in Finland to hire women. In the 1980s, our first diversity committees were in operation, and in 2012, we were involved in launching the Diversity Charter Finland. Despite our history, systematic work on diversity and equity is relatively new both at Posti and among Finnish companies. In 2022, we began a systematic effort at Posti to promote diversity, equity and inclusion. Among other things, we conducted our first survey on the topic, which was aimed at a limited group of employees.
Targets to support diversity and equity In 2023, we published measurable and time- bound targets for our diversity and equity work. The purpose of the targets is to further strengthen diversity, equity and inclusion at Posti. While the performance indicators only cover part of our efforts to promote diversity and equity, they help us determine whether we are moving in the right direction. The performance indicators are shown in the Sustainability statement section of this report.
We have expanded our employees’ awareness and competence regarding the subject through training and internal communications, for example with mandatory online trainings. From the year 2018, we have celebrated the Pride month and have been partner of Helsinki Pride. During the Pride month, we highlight diversity and equity issues in our internal communications and in various events and discussion event.
Working in Finland
The workplace is one of the key factors in an immigrant’s integration into society. Posti is one of the first workplaces for many immigrants and plays an important role in learning how daily life works in Finland. This is not a responsibility we take lightly. We believe that by treating each employee fairly and by the same rules, we together build a society that is respectful and takes others into consideration. We also help many new Posti employees with day-to-day issues by providing information in multiple languages and being present as people.