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We are thrilled to announce that Fitch Group has been recognized in Stonewall's Top 100 Employers List 2024! This prestigious recognition highlights our unwavering commitment to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone can thrive. Fitch Group ranked 49 out of 246 organisations that entered this year’s Top 100 Employers 2024 list and achieved the gold award. Fitch Group has made significant strides towards becoming an employer of choice for LGBTQ+ individuals in partnership with the Fitch Pride Network (FPN), most recently introducing a global minimum parental leave standard providing support to all new parents irrespective of location, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, or type of pregnancy. In June we also celebrated Pride with FPN organizing events across our offices. Join us in celebrating this milestone in our DEI journey! https://lnkd.in/dC9xQ_Sd #StonewallTopEmployers #Diversity #LGBTQ+ #Proud

It was great to welcome back East London Business Alliance to our London Office. The team delivered a fantastic Career Insight Visit to Year 12 Students with the help of Fitch Volunteers.  The East London Business Alliance builds the connection between businesses and local communities, bringing the time, skills and resources of the private sector, to help build the capacity of local organisations, support young people in education and place people into employment in London. Thank you to our Fitch Volunteers for sharing their career journeys, answering questions and supporting students with an engaging credit card design activity. We hope this session informed students about a career in finance and showcased pathways into the industry. Find out more about Fitch Group’s community engagement by reviewing our latest Transparency Report: https://lnkd.in/eESBv9G7 #FitchGroup #VolunteerWeek #CommunityService #CSR

We are delighted to have hosted Inspiring Girls UK and students from The Warren School at our London Office last month. Through our partnership with Inspiring Girls International we aim to empower 2,000 girls by building their skills, knowledge and confidence to achieve and succeed at school and in life. Find out more about Fitch Group’s community engagement by reviewing our latest Transparency Report: https://lnkd.in/eESBv9G7 #FitchGroup #VolunteerWeek #CommunityService #CSR

We are proud to once again support the Global Education Challenge in partnership with Social Shifters. This initiative aims to promote access to free, high-quality education through innovative ideas and solutions. Last year, over 460 applications were received from young people worldwide, proposing bold, innovative ideas to advance quality education in their communities. Participants gained free access to the Social Shifters' Digital Incubator program, with e-learning, exclusive events, and online coaching. Our colleagues also provided more than 400 hours of volunteering to support the challenge. Find out more on how to get involved: https://lnkd.in/e36UMwF6

Building schools in remote locations is an transformative endeavor that not only facilitates access to quality education but also fosters community growth and development. We are excited to share that our Fitch volunteers have recently returned from their Fitch School Build trip in Santa Maria Cahabon, Guatemala. Empowering communities through education, Fitch is committed to building three primary schools in 2024 in Senegal, Guatemala and Nepal, providing a foundation for lifelong learning and success. Together, with the local communities and in partnership with buildOn we're building more than schools; we're building opportunities for children to have a better future. Stay tuned as we share our progress on this special project. #Education #Guatemala

We are pleased to announce that Anjali Sharma has been appointed Head of Structured Finance BRM at Fitch Ratings. Sharma was most recently Global BRM Head of US Public Finance, International Public Finance & Global Infrastructure. She joined Fitch in 2013, after nearly two decades of experience in leveraged finance, corporate banking, and loan syndication for various international banks. In her new role, she will be responsible for expanding and developing Fitch’s leading market position in global structured finance. As part of this change in leadership, we have taken the opportunity to realign Ratings BRM coverage as well: Jose M Santos, Global Head of Financial Institutions BRM, will also assume responsibility for US Public Finance and International Public Finance BRM. Global Infrastructure BRM will be merged into Global Corporates BRM, managed by Jill Zelter, Global Head of Corporates BRM. Please join us in congratulating our colleagues in their newly expanded roles!

Fitch is pleased to announce the publication of our 2023 Transparency Report. This publication highlights our continuous commitment to advancing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives, including how we are addressing our environmental impact. We have always said at Fitch that the quality of our people is one of the cornerstones of our success, and we remain focused on fostering an empowered, inclusive workforce. We look forward to building on this progress and continuing to serve as a positive influence within our workplaces and the wider community. For more details on the progress we’re making against these goals, we invite you to read our full 2023 Transparency Report: https://lnkd.in/eESBv9G7 #FitchGroup #DEI #CSR

Last week, Fitch Group celebrated Global Volunteer Week, marking a time when our organization comes together to give back to the communities where we live and work. From June 3rd to June 7th, we were proud to see a remarkable turnout of over 2,230 employees who registered to participate in various volunteer activities around the world. Our team members engaged in a diverse array of volunteer projects, showcasing the enthusiasm and dedication within our ranks. This year, we were able to extend our efforts across a range of initiatives including: • Exploring career pathways with young people in Rio de Janeiro • Running a financial literacy workshop for workers in Dubai • Mentoring high school students in New York The impact of these activities resonates far beyond the time spent, as they help foster stronger, more resilient communities and enrich the lives of those involved. While Volunteer Week has come to a close, the spirit of service remains an integral part of the Fitch Group culture, and we want to thank all our volunteers for their participation. #FitchGroup #VolunteerWeek #CommunityService #CorporateResponsibility #FitchGVW2024

Empowering futures, one classroom at a time. As part of our commitment to education, this year Fitch is building three schools in Senegal, Guatemala and Nepal in collaboration with buildOn . Fitch volunteers have recently returned from an inspiring trek in Ngokaré, Senegal where they joined forces with community members to lay the foundation of a new school. This trek was not only about construction but also about cultural exchange, allowing our volunteers to deeply engage with the community and create unforgettable experiences. We eagerly anticipate our upcoming treks to Guatemala and Nepal, where we will continue to make a positive impact on global education.