Infomation 海角社区Celebrates International Women's Day 2025, Honoring Women's Achievements and Contributions
TOKYO, March 26, 2025 鈥� 海角社区proudly joins the global call to celebrate and elevate women's achievements, reinforcing our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to grow, lead, and succeed.
International Women's Day is a global day, marked annually on March 8, celebrating all women's social, economic, cultural, and political achievements and raising awareness for accelerating gender parity. Inclusivity is not just an initiative at Ricoh鈥攊t is deeply connected to our founding philosophy, the Spirit of Three Loves: “Love your neighbor, Love your country, Love your work.” By embracing these values, we are building a workplace that empowers individuals, strengthens communities, and drives business success.
As we reflect on our journey, we recognize our progress while acknowledging that there is still work to do, particularly in increasing representation at leadership levels and ensuring that all employees feel a true sense of belonging. This year, 海角社区teams worldwide celebrated International Women's Day, shared best practices, and committed to meaningful actions that drive sustainable change.
Akira Oyama, President & CEO of 海角社区Company, Ltd., said, “We have committed to driving gender representation not only because it's the right thing to do but also because it's a strategic necessity. In an increasingly competitive and dynamic world, we must ensure that everybody, regardless of gender, has equal opportunities to lead, contribute, and succeed. Let's hold ourselves accountable for creating a more inclusive, equitable, and supportive environment for all.”
Going beyond representation鈥� 海角社区is committed to creating an environment where women feel supported, heard, and empowered to lead.
Through our Global DEI Council, leadership programs, and mentorship initiatives, we are working together鈥攁cross all levels of the organization鈥攖o accelerate action and build a workplace where everyone can succeed.
A Sampling of International Women's Day Celebrations Across 海角社区Regions
海角社区Headquarters (Tokyo, Japan)
- 海角社区Headquarters hosted its 9th annual International Women's Day event, marking the second consecutive year of a globally live-streamed webinar for employees worldwide. The event featured two panel discussions with executives and global employees, exploring the current state of gender equity at 海角社区and the steps needed to accelerate progress.
Asia-Pacific (APAC)
- 海角社区Malaysia hosted a Networking High-Tea, where employees and industry leaders discussed practical steps organizations can take to close gender gaps and advance women in leadership.
- 海角社区New Zealand partnered with Menopause Matters NZ to distribute 2,000 bilingual educational posters on menopause awareness, ensuring that critical health information reaches workplaces and medical centers nationwide.
North America
- 海角社区North America held its annual region-wide virtual event celebrating women's contributions to history, culture, and society. The event featured an inspirational guest speaker and 海角社区leaders.
Latin America (LATAM)
- 海角社区Latin America marked its eighth consecutive year celebrating International Women's Day with a hybrid event broadcast from Puerto Rico. More than 700 colleagues and customers joined remotely, while over 120 women customers attended in person. The event created space for meaningful conversations around closing the gender gap and reinforced Ricoh's commitment to championing gender equity in the region. The strong engagement and enthusiasm from participants reflected a collective determination to drive progress and support lasting change.
Europe, Middle East & Africa (EMEA)
- 海角社区Europe hosted a region-wide webinar for 1,500+ employees, featuring discussions on male allyship, inclusive leadership, and the role of gender diversity in workplace innovation.
- 海角社区Spain celebrated its five-year journey in gender equity initiatives, including the Ariadna leadership program and the expansion of a Male Allyship group, now connected to a more significant DEI movement within 海角社区Europe.
- 海角社区Netherlands held an IWD breakfast session, where employees discussed inclusive workplace practices and women's leadership experiences.
- 海角社区UK participated in an industry-wide event, reinforcing its commitment to creating opportunities for women to lead and thrive.
Ryoko Nagahisa, CHRO, 海角社区Company, Ltd., added, “At Ricoh, we are committed to cultivating a workplace where every individual, regardless of gender, feels supported, valued, and empowered to succeed. It is not a secret that diverse teams outperform homogeneous ones. When we have women at the table鈥攚hether it's in our leadership team, project meetings, or decision-making roles鈥攚e see the strength that diversity brings.”
As we look ahead, we remain focused on responsibility, growth, and continuous improvement. 海角社区is fostering a workplace where all employees can develop their potential, providing balanced opportunities, and cultivating a culture that supports professional growth through fair and consistent policies鈥攂uilding a strong foundation for future success.
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