As Women’s Equality Day approaches on August 26th, Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) has reaffirmed its dedication to gender equality and the empowerment of women within its workforce and beyond. Aligning with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 5 (Gender Equality) and SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth), TKM is making significant strides toward creating a more inclusive and diverse workplace.
A key goal for TKM is to increase women’s representation in its workforce to 30% by 2030. To achieve this, the company has launched several Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives, including forming a dedicated senior-level DEI team and aligning its efforts with the International Labour Organization’s 2030 agenda. TKM recently celebrated a major milestone by inducting 160 new female team members and capping its first batch of 55 women supervisors, raising the total number of women in the company to over 450.Beyond its Bangalore headquarters, TKM’s commitment to gender equality resonates across various markets, including Shillong. Local women in Shillong’s automotive sector have welcomed TKM’s initiatives as they pave the way for more inclusive industry practices, fostering a progressive and equitable market environment.
Toyota Kirloskar Motor’s ongoing investments in infrastructure, such as the construction of a dormitory to house 600 female students at the Toyota Technical Training Institute (TTTI), and the enhancement of safety features, further underline its commitment. Executive Vice President Mr. G. Shankara emphasized, “Our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace is deeply embedded in our values. We are proud to be making significant strides in empowering women within our workforce.”
