Diversity
We will promote gender equality and create an inclusive society.
Diversity promotion initiatives at U Co-op
As part of its diversity promotion efforts, U Co-op is promoting the employment of foreign nationals. If there are any difficulties in the workplace due to language problems, daily manners, or differences in lifestyle, the foreign national staff will intervene and communicate with them until mutual understanding is reached. As of March 2022, there are a total of 55 foreign national employees.
Employment of people with disabilities at Co-op Okinawa
Co-op Okinawa is actively promoting the employment of people with disabilities. As of April 2021, the employment rate of people with disabilities at Co-op Okinawa is 9%, and 68 associates throughout the group are working in various fields. They have accumulated expertise in hiring people with disabilities, including communication, trust, and behavior confirmation. There are few examples of creating workplaces for people with disabilities in stores, and this has attracted the attention of co-op associates across the country.
Diversity and inclusion initiatives at JCCU
Starting in April 2022, JCCU is reviewing its systems and creating an environment to realize an organization in which a diverse workforce can play an active role. The percentage of male employees taking childcare leave was 47.4% in FY2021, and we are aiming for 100% by FY2023. In addition, JCCU has expanded the conditions for application of various benefit programs to same-sex partners and their families.