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Fidelity Bank Ghana, the nation’s largestprivately-owned bank, has been recognized by Ianmatsun Global Services at aceremony held at the Kempinski Gold Coast Hotel for its steadfast commitmentto gender equality. The Bank secured a coveted spot among the top 50employers for gender equality in Ghana and achieving the prestigiousdistinction of Gender Equality Champion within the banking and finance sector.

The accolade acknowledges Fidelity Bank's commitment to fostering genderinclusion and creating a supportive environment for female employees tothrive. Through rigorous assessment and evaluation, Fidelity Bank emerged asa leader in championing equal pay, closing the gender pay gap, and promoting women's advancement into leadership roles.

"We are honored to be recognized as a Gender Equality Champion within thebanking sector and among the top employers for gender equality in Ghana,"said Director, Human Resource, Owusu Boahen. "At Fidelity Bank, we believe increating an inclusive workplace where all employees, regardless of gender,have equal opportunities to succeed and contribute meaningfully to theorganization's success."

Central to Fidelity Bank's gender equality initiatives is the implementation of acomprehensive 5-year Gender Action Plan. This plan, developed incollaboration with AfricInvest, BIO Invest, and Value for Women in January 2023, outlines strategic measures to enhance gender inclusion in accessing financial services, promoting equitable representation of men and womenacross all organizational levels, and developing products and services tailored to meet the needs of women and men in Ghana.

"Our commitment to gender equality extends beyond mere rhetoric. It isembedded in our organizational culture and reflected in tangible initiatives suchas our Orange Women's Network (OWN)," added Mr. Boahen. "OWN serves asa catalyst for women's professional and personal growth, offering a range ofprograms and initiatives to empower women within the bank."

The Orange Women's Network provides a platform for women to connect, shareexperiences, and access capacity-building opportunities through workshops,training programs, and monthly discussions.

Additionally, Fidelity Bank prioritizes work-life balance for all employees, with aparticular focus on supporting mothers. The bank offers unique benefits suchas a four-month paid maternity leave, a flexible work policy allowing early closing for mothers with young children and an on-site creche for addedconvenience.

"We are committed to fostering a workplace where every individual feelsvalued, respected, and empowered to reach their full potential," affirmed Mr. Boahen. "Through our gender equality initiatives, we aim to set the benchmark for gender-inclusive banking in Ghana and inspire positive change across theindustry."

Fidelity Bank's leadership in promoting gender equality sets a positive examplefor businesses across Ghana. Their commitment to creating an inclusiveworkplace fosters a more diverse and empowered workforce, ultimatelycontributing to the bank's success and Ghana's overall economic development.