PageGroup's pioneering journey towards sustainable development: A commitment beyond 2030

On this #SDGFlagDay2023, we stand at a crossroads in our shared global journey towards a more #sustainable future. It is with immense pride and unwavering dedication that we reiterate PageGroup's profound commitment to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in partnership with the United Nations . Since 2014, hand in hand with the Pacte mondial de l’ONU - Réseau France and our esteemed French corporate partners, we are resolutely pursuing the #SDGs with the overarching goal of achieving the #Agenda2030.

The sobering wake-up call delivered by the United Nations' high-level political forum last July still echoes in our minds. It resounded as an alarm, revealing that only 12% of the 169 targets outlined in the 2030 Agenda are in the process of being completed. Amidst this daunting reality, PageGroup stands as a testament to progress. We are proud to emphasize that the SDGs have not merely found a place within our corporate strategy; they have become the guiding principles since 2015.

Every day, we work together with determination to actively contribute to the SDGs through a series of transformative initiatives:

1. Gender Equality (SDG 5): Within our own organization, we strive to achieve our commitment to fostering #GenderEquality. It is our fervent aspiration to reach gender parity in our senior management ranks by 2030—an ambitious target that signifies a 14% increase since 2020, and to date 43% of women now occupy leadership positions across our global company. Moreover, our dedication extends beyond our internal landscape; we actively champion our clients in their endeavors to diversify their teams, aiming to set an industry-wide precedent.

2. Decent Work and Economic Growth (SDG 8): In our capacity as a leader in specialized recruitment in France, we take great pride in our role as connectors of talent with quality job opportunities. This act of bridging aspirations to opportunities contributes tangibly to #EconomicGrowth in the regions where we operate, thereby positively impacting the lives of over a million individuals by 2030. The statistics speak for themselves: since 2020, we have already been instrumental in changing the lives of more than 275,000 individuals across our organization, highlighting the transformative power of meaningful employment.

3. Reduced Inequalities (SDG 10): Beyond our core business operations, we are unwavering in our mission to reduce inequalities through the promotion of #diversity and #inclusion within PageGroup. Furthermore, we actively seek partnerships with organizations that share our values, forging alliances aimed at dismantling the barriers to equality and equity.

4. Responsible Consumption and Production (SDG 12): As pioneers in the realm of recruitment, we recognize our pivotal role in reshaping the landscape. We advocate for, and encourage our clients to adopt, sustainable recruitment processes. Together, we endeavor to redefine recruitment, infusing it with ethical and sustainable principles, thereby contributing to responsible consumption and production patterns.

5. Climate Action (SDG 13): Our commitment to sustainability extends to the very environment that sustains us all. We are resolute in our mission to progressively reduce the impact of our activities on the #environment. With a pledge to achieve carbon neutrality by 2026, we are already making substantial strides. To put it into perspective, our efforts have led to an impressive 55% reduction in scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions since 2019. This is not merely a corporate goal; it is a moral imperative to safeguard our planet for future generations.

These pivotal objectives are more than just corporate commitments; they are the driving force behind our tireless efforts to collectively realize the United Nations' visionary program. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our dedicated employees, visionary clients, talented candidates, and steadfast partners who have joined us in this collective quest for a more sustainable future.

Together, let us not merely reiterate our commitments, but redouble our efforts to bring about meaningful change. Join us in this exciting mission for a better world: a world where the Sustainable Development Goals are not distant targets but the very milestones of our shared journey.

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