Vodafone Egypt Wins SHRM Diamond Award for Excellence in Diversity and Inclusion for the Third Consecutive Year
Vodafone Egypt has been honored with the SHRM MENA Star Award for Excellence in Diversity and Inclusion for the third year in a row. This year, the company received the newly introduced Diamond category, the highest recognition in the award’s history, after securing the Gold category in both 2023 and 2024, which was previously the top tier.
The accolade recognizes Vodafone Egypt’s pioneering programs and ongoing efforts to foster an inclusive workplace culture. The judging committee commended the company’s innovative human resources strategies and policies, which emphasize gender equality, the integration of people with disabilities, and bridging generational gaps.
The SHRM MENA Star Awards are among the region’s most prestigious honors, celebrating organizations and individuals that demonstrate outstanding achievements in human resources management. The awards aim to highlight excellence in creating inclusive, supportive workplaces while recognizing initiatives that promote diversity, equality, and employee well-being.
Commenting on the achievement, Naglaa Qenawy, Vodafone Egypt’s Executive Vice President of Human Resources, said:
“Winning this award for the third consecutive year reinforces the strength of our HR strategy and our success in building a culture of inclusivity, diversity, and equality. We align our initiatives with global best practices through programs focused on empowering women and youth, integrating people with disabilities, and adopting comprehensive health and safety policies for employees. This recognition reflects our continuous commitment to investing in our people, who are the cornerstone of our sustainability and competitiveness in the market.”
This milestone not only highlights Vodafone Egypt’s leadership in diversity and inclusion initiatives but also underscores the evolution of its HR strategy. Diversity and inclusion have become a daily practice within the company, directly impacting employee performance and workplace culture.
Through this achievement, Vodafone Egypt reaffirms its position as more than a telecommunications provider, strengthening its role as a people-centric organization that invests in talent and builds an inspiring workplace.