In celebration of International Women’s Day 2023, the team in Ghana organised an interactive health forum in which medical experts and professionals engaged working mothers on the importance of good nutrition for babies. This was followed by an inspiring fireside chat with popular broadcast journalist, Portia Gabor, on her personal experience of achieving a work-life balance as a young mother while pursuing a successful career.
The lactation pod is among several initiatives implemented by Olam Agri in Ghana to support female employees. These initiatives include the extension of the maternal policy to 4 months for female employees, the launch of the "Sparkle your Career Confidence" initiative to inspire young female employees to aspire to great heights within the organisation, as well as special mentorship programs for female employees, and a comprehensive wellness program that includes the provision of free PAP tests for women to help in the fight against cervical cancer.
GROW is a voluntary association of female employees whose core mission is to increase female involvement and promote inclusiveness within the organisation. Since its establishment in 2018, the group has been instrumental in increasing female engagement through various developmental initiatives aimed at promoting an all-inclusive working environment for all employees.