• Outline of Diversity Promotion A workplace where all employees can continue to grow with high motivation Outline of Diversity Promotion A workplace where all employees can continue to grow with high motivation

What does it take for a company to have employees who are highly motivated to achieve growth hand in hand with their organization? We believe that "diversity" is the biggest key for achieving this, and is essential for the advancement of our organization.




Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Statement

At SMBC Group, our most valued asset is our people. Our Mission Statement reflects this conviction: "We create a work environment that encourages and rewards diligent and highly motivated employees". 

SMBC Group aims to be an innovative organization with diverse perspectives that fosters an inclusive environment where employees respect one another, strengthen their skills, express their individuality, and experience growth and fulfillment through their work.  

We provide equitable opportunities, programs, and resources that will help our employees progress personally and professionally regardless of race, nationality, age, gender, gender identity , sexual orientation, religion, creed, culture, disability, or caring responsibilities.

We believe that positioning Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion as the key to our growth strategy will help us grow with our stakeholders, offer our clients fresh and valuable services, and create social value  inside our workplace as well as in our community. SMBC Group remains committed to creating a culture where we can grow and prosper together to create an inclusive workplace and society.


Approach and initiatives for human rights

Roadmap

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DE&I promotion system

SMBC Group companies are actively engaging in various internal DE&I initiatives. At the holding company level (SMFG), efforts are concentrated on strengthening diversity promotion across the entire Group.
To support this, The SMFG Diversity and Inclusion Committee was formed. Chaired by the Group CEO and comprising senior managers from SMBC Group companies, the committee is dedicated to accelerating the promotion of diversity throughout SMBC Group, driven by a strong commitment from management.


  • Diversity promotion system

SMBC Group DE&I initiatives

SMBC Group companies are actively engaging in various internal DE&I initiatives. At the holding company level (SMFG), efforts are concentrated on strengthening diversity promotion across the entire Group.
To support this, The SMFG Diversity and Inclusion Committee was formed. Chaired by the Group CEO and comprising senior managers from SMBC Group companies, the committee is dedicated to accelerating the promotion of diversity throughout SMBC Group, driven by a strong commitment from management.


  • SMBC Group diversity initiatives