This initiative has increased the company's total transgender workforce to 120.
The company has been at the forefront of promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) in the workplace, with various programs and policies designed to create a respectful and supportive environment for all employees.
The inclusion of transgender employees in core mining operations is not only about providing jobs but also about empowering these individuals, fostering an inclusive work environment, and enhancing the diversity of Tata Steel's workforce.
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Tata Steel's West Bokaro Division has been at the forefront of integrating transgender persons into its workforce. Earlier in 2022, the division took a landmark step by onboarding 14 transgender employees as Heavy Earth Moving Machinery (HEMM) Operators at its mines, who are successfully operating 100-ton dumpers in West Bokaro.
This initiative goes beyond just providing jobs. It empowers transgender employees, fosters a more inclusive work environment, and strengthens the diversity of Tata Steel's workforce.
Anurag Dixit, General Manager, West Bokaro Division, Tata Steel, said, "We are delighted to welcome our new Operator Trainees today. This is a momentous occasion as we continue to build a truly inclusive workplace at West Bokaro Division. We are confident that our new trainees will make valuable contributions to our team, and we are committed to providing them with the support and opportunities they need to succeed."
This initiative goes beyond just providing jobs. It empowers transgender employees, fosters a more inclusive work environment, and strengthens the diversity of Tata Steel's workforce.
Anurag Dixit, General Manager, West Bokaro Division, Tata Steel, said, "We are delighted to welcome our new Operator Trainees today. This is a momentous occasion as we continue to build a truly inclusive workplace at West Bokaro Division. We are confident that our new trainees will make valuable contributions to our team, and we are committed to providing them with the support and opportunities they need to succeed."
In India, besides Tata Steel several companies are actively working towards transgender inclusion in the workplace. Here are some examples:
- RJ Corp: This conglomerate is also known for hiring transgender workers.
- Publicis Sapient: The global advertising firm has hired transgender individuals through programs like the Rainbow Internship.
- ESL Steel: Part of the Vedanta Group, ESL Steel is planning to hire transgender employees in administration and security functions.
- The Lalit Suri Hospitality Group: They offer higher stipends for skill enhancement training programs for transgender people, recognizing the additional costs they may incur for hormone therapy.
These companies are not only providing employment opportunities but also revising their policies to be more inclusive, offering health insurance benefits that include gender reaffirmation surgery and hormone replacement therapy, and identifying more roles for transgender employees. This reflects a growing momentum towards increasing the participation of transgender individuals in regular office work.
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