Nefco strengthens equality safeguards with new policy

The new Equality Policy sets out a clear framework for assessing and mitigating equality risks in investments and programmes.

Nefco has adopted a new Equality Policy, replacing the Gender Policy introduced in 2018. The updated policy broadens its scope beyond gender to address wider equality issues, ensuring that all Nefco investments and managed funds and programmes adhere to clear equality standards.

The Equality Policy sets out Nefco’s commitment to “do no significant harm” regarding equality. It introduces a structured approach to risk assessment and mitigation, requiring companies to demonstrate equality measures and address gaps through Environmental and Social Action Plans.

“Equality has always been a fundamental principle for Nefco. With this new policy, we have clarified our commitment and strengthened the way we assess and mitigate risks across all our activities. While our core mandate remains environmental, we ensure that sustainable solutions also respect and safeguard equality,” says Joakim Adolfsson, Environment & Sustainability Manager, Nefco.

Read the Equality Policy

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For more information, please contact:

Joakim Adolfsson, Environment & Sustainability Manager, Nefco
+358 10 6180 630, joakim.adolfsson@nefco.int

Anni Rein, Senior Communications Manager, Nefco
+358 10 6180 852, anni.rein@nefco.int

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