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Diversity and inclusion

We are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their best. Our inclusive culture embraces different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, because we know that diversity is a strength.

Developing diverse and inclusive workplace

Promoting diversity and inclusion is not only the right thing to do: it is a prerequisite for our business success and a healthy work enviroment. We believe that everyone deserves to be respected, treated equally, and given the opportunity to thrive—regardless of gender, age, ethnic origin, nationality, or sexual orientation.

Building a diverse and inclusive work environment focuses on three action areas:

Prioritizing diversity and inclusion in our policies, leadership, and everyday practices

Monitoring data and processes to ensure fair treatment and equal opportunities

Fostering an inclusive culture through leadership development and transparent recruitment.

Our approach is embedded in our Code of Conduct, company policies, and social responsibility targets. We actively promote inclusive leadership and integrate diversity awareness into leadership training and key development programs.

We know that diverse perspectives drive better decision-making and business success. That is why we regularly assess our progress and have committed to concrete actions, such as signing the Finnish Diversity Charter.

Our social responsibility targets related to the charter were renewed in 2021, and now we place greater emphasis on strengthening our employees’ sense of belonging and increasing the number of women in managerial and expert roles. Our internal analyzes affirm that all employees, regardless of gender, have equal opportunities for professional growth at UPM.

We are globally minded

We are a diverse team with unique perspectives. There are UPMers of many nationalities, from various backgrounds and equipped with diverse and unique talents. We are truly a global community and see diversity as an asset.

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Equal treatment for all regardless of gender

Gender equality is not just our goal. It is a priority. We are committed to ensuring equal opportunities, fair pay, and increased female representation in leadership roles.

As part of our fair remuneration commitment, we conduct an annual gender pay equity review, identifying and addressing any pay gaps that cannot be explained by performance, experience, job level, or location. Since our first review in 2021, we have continued to monitor, assess, and take corrective actions to uphold our commitment to pay fairness.

Beyond pay equity, we are actively working to increase female representation in professional and managerial roles. As part of our 2030 social responsibility targets, we have set a 40% representation goal for women in these positions, ensuring that career growth and leadership opportunities are accessible to all.

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UPM & LGBTIQ+

Equality, respect, and inclusion are at the heart of our culture. We are committed to ensuring that every employee regardless of background, identity, or orientation feels valued, supported, and empowered to thrive.

In 2019, we initiated a dialogue with our management teams to further develop inclusive leadership and culture at UPM. This work has continued across the company. Since then, approximately 3,500 UPMers have engaged in these discussions, helping to drive meaningful change.

We’ve also taken concrete steps to increase awareness and education on LGBTIQ+ inclusion, including the launch of an LGBTIQ+ web training that has already reached over 800 employees.

As part of this commitment, we launched BeU, our first Employee Resource Group, in 2023. BeU serves as a global network for our LGBTIQ+ employees and allies, creating a safe space for connection, advocacy, and awareness. Through BeU, employees can share experiences, exchange ideas, and contribute to shaping a more inclusive workplace at UPM. As part of our continued work to support an inclusive workplace we will continue to develop and implement the BeU Safe Contact concept, recruit and train the contacts.

To further strengthen our approach, UPM joined Workplace Pride in 2023, gaining valuable insights and support in developing best practices for LGBTIQ+ inclusion.