Universal Registration Document Fiscal 2025

Additionally, Sodexo’s Global Culture & Belonging guidelines outline strategic levers for embedding inclusion into everyday operations:

• Leadership: foster accountability for diversity at all levels, integrating it into the core of the business to drive performance.
• Human capital: attract, develop, engage, and retain a diverse workforce.
• Competency: build the knowledge and skills needed to leverage diversity in individuals and teams.
• Communication: engage the entire organization in inclusion efforts by sharing best practices and success stories.

These guidelines are consistently applied across Sodexo’s global operations through leadership accountability and local, data-driven action plans — including training, awareness campaigns, internal communications, partnerships with NGOs.

Sodexo also supports individuals from groups at higher risk of vulnerability and exclusion. In 2023, the Group signed a declaration of intent on domestic violence with the IUF, establishing a joint framework to mitigate its impact in the workplace. This includes recognizing the heightened vulnerability of affected individuals and providing them with appropriate accommodations and support mechanisms.

Sodexo’s commitment to inclusion is further demonstrated through initiatives like SheWorks. This global job shadowing program, launched in 2019 is designed to empower women from underrepresented backgrounds, including those who are unemployed, single parents, refugees, survivors of gender-based violence, individuals with disabilities, and members of diverse ethnic communities. Implemented in 30 countries, the program has supported over 2,900 women, thanks to the commitment of Sodexo ambassadors who share their expertise, energy, and guidance to open new opportunities.

Sodexo is also committed to fostering an inclusive environment for persons with disabilities across all geographies. As a member of The Valuable 500 and a long-standing partner of the International Labour Organization’s Business and Disability Network, Sodexo continues to promote awareness and drive the inclusion of employees with disabilities globally. As part of the Culture & Belonging strategy, Sodexo has continued its focus to include accessibility improvements, inclusive leadership training, and the activation of employee networks that support individuals with visible and invisible disabilities.

Together, these policies and programs exemplify Sodexo’s holistic approach to creating a culture where diversity is embraced, inclusion is intentional, and belonging is a shared experience for all.