March 8, 2024 -- Apart from a video presentation of our Group-wide IWD celebrations and an online game, a physical panel discussion was held, which served as an enlightening and thought-provoking dialogue on the challenges of women’s inclusion, the misconceptions of people towards gender diversity, the societal changes that are needed to change the mindsets of gender parity, and more.
(File pic by IOI Corporation).
Since 2020, IOI Corporation Berhad (IOI) has been celebrating International Women’s Day (IWD) to acknowledge women’s social, economic, scientific and political achievements. This year, on 8 March 2024, we continue to celebrate the accomplishments of our women and emphasise the need for inclusivity and empowerment under the IWD’s global theme of Inspire Inclusion at the Group-wide IWD celebration at IOI headquarters.
IOI Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Dato’ Lee Yeow Chor gave a call of reminder on the importance of inclusion and diversity, which was echoed by our Independent Non-Executive Director Dato’ Kong Sooi Lin, who was present among an audience of over 100 employees at the hybrid celebration.
(File pic by IOI Corporation).
Dato’ Lee said: “Inclusion and diversity should not be just buzzwords but essential values that should enable us to create an environment where women from different segments of the society are valued and respected.” Inclusion begins with embracing the diversity that an individual brings to the table. With the participation of everyone, an inclusive environment can be created where every voice is heard, every perspective is valued, and every contribution is recognised.
At a glance
- Company
- IOI Corporation Berhad
- Announcement
- Event
- Location
- IOI headquarters
Key figures
- Employees attending
- over 100
People
- Dato’ Lee Yeow ChorIOI Group Managing Director and Chief Executive
- Dato’ Kong Sooi LinIndependent Non-Executive Director
- Dr Surina IsmailIOI Chief Sustainability Officer and panel moderator
- Vincent TanIOI Company Secretary
- Tengku Aira Tengku RazifAssistant Representative of the United Nations Population Fund
- Irin DeCruzIOI Oleochemicals Sdn Bhd Assistant General Manager
- Agos Bin AtanIOI Plantation Services Sdn Bhd Senior Sustainability Manager (Plantation)
Products and programs
Dato’ Kong said: “We women, more than anyone else, know how difficult it is to achieve gender equality. We need to create an inclusive environment where the strength in numbers and voices mean women will be more likely to be heard, be more empowered and be on an equal platform.”
The Inspire Inclusion theme resonates with our commitment to promoting a culture of openness and understanding, and cultivating a drive towards gender equality. In line with IOI’s commitment to promote inclusion, we launched the expansion of our existing Women and Empowerment Committee at the plantation level to include the Group-level. This will enable us to advance gender equality and foster inclusion by creating more opportunities for women to thrive as well as empowering women to uplift their voices and achieve their full potential.
From left to right: Moderator IOI Chief Sustainability Officer Dr Surina Ismail, IOI Company Secretary Mr Vincent Tan, Assistant Representative of the United Nations Population Fund Tengku Aira Tengku Razif, IOI Oleochemicals Sdn Bhd Assistant General Manager Irin DeCruz and IOI Plantation Services Sdn Bhd Senior Sustainability Manager (Plantation) Mr Agos Bin Atan at the IWD 2024 panel discussion.
The journey of inclusivity and empowerment requires the commitment of everyone, and we are not stopping our efforts to bridge the gender gap as we persist in exposing the gaps that exist, and raising awareness about the injustice, discrimination and other issues related to women.
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In brief
IOI Corporation Berhad marked International Women’s Day on March 8, 2024, with a Group-wide event at its headquarters. The hybrid gathering included a panel discussion on women’s inclusion, gender diversity and barriers to equality, as well as a video presentation and online game. Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Dato’ Lee Yeow Chor and Independent Non-Executive Director Dato’ Kong Sooi Lin spoke about the importance of inclusive workplaces and women’s voices. The company says it has expanded its Women and Empowerment Committee from the plantation level to include the Group, aiming to create more opportunities for women and support their participation. More than 100 employees attended the event, which was held under the global theme “Inspire Inclusion.”
Key takeaways
- IOI held a Group-wide International Women’s Day event at its headquarters on March 8, 2024.
- The hybrid event included a panel discussion addressing women’s inclusion and gender equality.
- IOI expanded its Women and Empowerment Committee from plantation operations to the Group level.
- More than 100 employees attended the celebration.
