Manuel Pangilinan-led Manila Electric Co. (Meralco) was awarded first runner-up in the Gender-Responsive Marketplace category at the 2024 Women Empowerment Principles (WEPs) Awards held on Nov. 27, 2024. Meralco’s #Mbrace Diversity and Inclusion Program was recognized for its exceptional initiatives in fostering gender balance and promoting inclusivity and equal opportunities across both the workplace and the marketplace. “This recognition affirms Meralco’s commitment to advancing a gender-balanced workforce and inclusive marketplace. It inspires us to further champion diversity and to continue building a brighter and more equitable future for our employees, customers, and communities,” Meralco First Vice President and Chief Sustainability Officer Raymond Ravelo said. The WEPs — established in 2010 by UN Women and the UN Global Compact — provide a framework for organizations to achieve a more inclusive, equitable and sustainable future. Held as a biennial event, this year’s WEPs Awards received over 1,500 applications from more than 1,000 participating companies across 21 countries in the Asia-Pacific region. IMAGE FROM MERALCO
