VFS Global's Commitment To Gender Diversity Results In 54% Female Workforce

In a significant stride towards gender diversity and inclusivity, VFS Global, recognized as the world's largest outsourcing and technology services specialist for governments and diplomatic missions, has revealed its achievements in the 2023 Integrated Sustainability Report. The report highlights a series of accomplishments, marking the company's commitment to creating a balanced and inclusive workforce.

The most notable achievement includes 53% of new hires in the past year being women, showcasing VFS Global's active efforts in promoting gender equality within the organization. This initiative not only contributes to a balanced representation but also highlights the company's dedication to fostering an inclusive work environment.

Furthermore, VFS Global has successfully maintained a diverse and inclusive global workforce, comprising 129 nationalities with a gender ratio of 54% women to 46% men. This balanced gender ratio is a testament to the company's global commitment to diversity and inclusion.

The expansion of its workforce by 24%, growing from 8,883 employees in 2022 to 10,976 in the last year, underscores VFS Global's role as a significant employment provider across different regions. This growth not only reflects the company's robust performance but also its dedication to creating job opportunities worldwide.

At the management level, VFS Global has achieved a gender diversity ratio of 29% among senior and middle management roles. This accomplishment is part of the company's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) efforts, mandating People Managers to prioritize interviewing and onboarding suitable women candidates for these positions.

Nirbhik Goel, Chief Human Resources Officer at VFS Global, emphasized the company's commitment to sustainability and making measurable differences. "Our ability to make measurable differences every year has been the primary factor that sets VFS Global apart. We remain deeply committed to continuously enhancing value for all our valued stakeholders, including the society at large, in an efficient, secure, and sustainable manner," stated Goel.

In addition to focusing on gender diversity, VFS Global has prioritized the professional growth and development of its employees. The company reported an 86% increase in employee training hours, totaling 338,023 hours in the recent year. This significant investment in training highlights VFS Global's dedication to nurturing and developing its workforce, ensuring employees are well-equipped and knowledgeable.

Through these efforts, VFS Global reaffirms its role as a responsible corporate citizen, dedicated to embedding sustainability into its business practices, organizational culture, and strategic goals. The achievements outlined in detail in the 2023 Integrated Sustainability Report reflect VFS Global's ongoing commitment to fostering an inclusive, diverse, and sustainable workforce.