ANA Facilities Receives Gold Rating for LGBTQ+ Initiatives for Four Consecutive Years

ANA Facilities Excels in LGBTQ+ Workplace Initiatives

In a commendable achievement for diversity and inclusion, ANA Facilities has secured the prestigious Gold rating for the fourth consecutive year in the PRIDE Index 2025. This accolade recognizes organizations committed to creating inclusive work environments for LGBTQ+ individuals. This year, all 37 companies within the ANA Group have also attained the Gold standard, demonstrating a unified commitment towards diversity in the workplace.

Understanding the PRIDE Index

Originally established in 2016 by work with Pride, the PRIDE Index serves as Japan's first framework to evaluate working conditions for LGBTQ+ professionals. The assessment is based on five key indicators, each contributing to the overall recognition score:

1. Policy: Commitment to proactive measures for LGBTQ+ rights.
2. Representation: Engagement of the LGBTQ+ community within the workforce.
3. Inspiration: Activities that raise awareness and advocate for LGBTQ+ issues.
4. Development: Employee development programs that include considerations for LGBTQ+ individuals.
5. Engagement/Empowerment: Community outreach and external relations efforts aimed at LGBTQ+ causes.

ANA Facilities satisfactorily met the criteria in all five areas, earning its Gold rating in recognition of its comprehensive approach to fostering an inclusive atmosphere for all employees.

Key Initiatives by ANA Facilities

ANA Facilities has implemented various strategies aimed at ensuring a supportive environment that amplifies the capabilities of a diverse workforce. Significant initiatives include:

- Promotion of Understanding: Continuous training and workshops aimed at all employees to raise awareness about LGBTQ+ issues.
- Extension of HR Policies: Same-sex partners are treated equally to spouses in terms of workplace benefits, including various allowances and leave entitlements.
- Support Structure for Individual Needs: A robust support system that facilitates the requests of employees wanting to work under their affirmed gender identity, involving collaboration between HR departments, related divisions, and management.
- Use of Chosen Names: Empowering employees to use names that align with their gender identity, with certain exceptions for roles requiring formal identification.
- Explicit Inclusion in Workplace Regulations: Clear guidelines against discrimination and harassment regarding sexual orientation and gender identity, incorporated into the workplace regulations and actively communicated.

Future Prospects

ANA Facilities is dedicated to continuing its efforts in promoting Diversity & Inclusion as a core priority. The company aspires to cultivate a workplace where every employee feels valued, energized, and motivated to contribute.

ANA Group's Commitment to Diversity

The broader ANA Group emphasizes the importance of nurturing an environment that respects diverse identities. For more information on their initiatives, visit their official website.

About ANA Facilities

Founded in August 1961 and headquartered in Tokyo, ANA Facilities is engaged in a variety of services, including real estate management, asset management, and insurance brokerage, thereby maximizing the inherent value that stakeholders expect and pioneering new value propositions that respond to contemporary demands.