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Inclusion and diversity

H&M Group is a value-driven company that wants to lead the way to a more inclusive world. Inclusion and diversity represent who we are and want to be, now and in the future.

We’re determined to create and maintain inclusive, diverse and equitable workplaces throughout our organisation. Together with our brands, we promote diversity and equality through products and communication, and advance inclusion in our communities.

We are a global company, present in more than 75 markets around the world, with colleagues from many different cultures and backgrounds. This is one of the most important reasons behind our success.  

Inclusion and diversity are complex, ever-changing issues and there are many definitions. We work to promote inclusion and diversity in all aspects of our business. We do not see it as something static, but as something we are constantly working on.  

To us, inclusion is diversity in action, and in an inclusive and diverse environment, we can all contribute to optimise our decision-making and team performance by reflecting, respecting and relating to our colleagues, customers and communities. 

Our focus areas and objectives help us set direction and vision. They represent an overarching framework consisting of actions of both global and local origin and implementation so that our brands, regions and company functions can set their own priorities relevant to their specific context as well. 

Internal diversity representation

Our colleagues represent over

70

nationalities, bringing a rich mix of cultures and perspectives1.

1%

of management positions were held by female colleagues in 2024, and our board of directors had a 57%:43% (female:male) gender split.

1%:1%

is our female-to-male staff ratio as of 30 November 2024. The data is globally aggregated from our markets based on different legal requirements and systems. The category “other/N/A” (4%) summarises colleagues for whom gender data is not available due to legal or technical reasons, as well as colleagues with a registered other gender in line with relevant local legislation in applicable markets. We continue our work to further improve our systems for global data aggregation and with that data quality and scope.

“At H&M Group, inclusion and diversity aren’t just actions or words – they are a part of who we are. We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging, in a workplace where every individual feels respected, empowered and able to be their authentic self. Our ambition to build a better world through our influence is unwavering.”

Annie Wu, Global Head of People Identity & Purpose, H&M Group

Annie Wu Global Head of People Identity & Purpose, H&M Group
Annie Wu Global Head of People Identity & Purpose, H&M Group

Our brands initiatives on inclusion and diversity

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