KUALA LUMPUR: Securing the Forward Faster Sustainability Award for Gender Equality at the UN Global Compact Network Malaysia & Brunei (UNGCMYB) Sustainability Celebration Night 2023, Forest Interactive stands by its continuous commitment to equity and inclusion.
On November 24, 2023, at Parkroyal Collection KL, Forest Interactive received dual honors from UNGCMYB’s judges. The company was awarded the Forward Faster Sustainability Award for Gender Equality in the Mid-Tier Company category. Additionally, it achieved finalist recognition for the Forward Faster CEO Award.
This marks the third consecutive year Forest Interactive has participated in UNGCMYB’s annual sustainability recognition event. The win in the Gender Equality category being the company’s second. This underscore its dedication to the recruitment, empowerment, well-being, and advancement of women in its workplace.
Johary Mustapha, Founder and CEO of Forest Interactive, expressed gratitude in his speech, stating,
“Thank you to UNGCMYB for once again acknowledging our progress in championing gender equality through our policies and initiatives. This goal has always been our priority, as we believe that everyone should be given equal opportunity regardless of their gender. We will continue to focus on our sustainability practices, not only in achieving gender equality but also in pursuing other goals that are reflected in our 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.”
The award validates the efficacy of the company’s initiatives. It establishes the company as a leading organization, demonstrating exceptional dedication and leadership in gender equality. Furthermore, it highlights the organization’s commitment to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion.
The recognized initiatives and results by UNGCMYB’s panel of judges include:
- Having more than 80% of senior management positions held by women, demonstrating Forest Interactive’s advocacy in charting fair career progression for all.
- Committing to Women’s Aid Organization (WAO)’s We Pledge program. The support for WAO’s corporate initiative shows the company’s stand in providing a safe working environment. This ensures equal opportunities for women in Forest Interactive to participate in the company, including the decision-making process. Notably, Forest Interactive has implemented specific initiatives, such as offering a 24/7 helpline and emotional support for those who have experienced domestic violence.
- Celebrating International Women’s Day 2023 with the hashtag #EmbraceEquality campaign. In addition, themed backgrounds are utilize in online meetings all month aim to heighten awareness. Moreover, hosting a panel discussion to provide a platform for male allies to address questions related to gender equality, featuring notable speakers such as Dr Choy Tsee Leng from LeadWomen and Dhivyasri from All Women’s Action Society (AWAM).
Forest Interactive’s ongoing commitment to gender equality has been awarded by several organizations. Previously, in September 2022, Johary was acknowledged by UN Women Malaysia 2022 Women Empowerment Principles (WEPs) with Malaysia’s Leadership Commitment Award.
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About Forest Interactive
Founded in 2006, Forest Interactive develops scalable mobile platforms to connect mobile operators with their subscribers. With over 17 years of industry experience, Forest Interactive has expanded to include a diverse workforce of 20+ nationalities in 14 regional offices.
Delivering content subscription services, service delivery platforms, digital vouchers, ecommerce platforms, and mobile apps for all ages, Forest Interactive operates in more than 30+ countries, servicing 90+ mobile operators and 100+ content partners with the capacity to reach over one billion subscribers worldwide.
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