Here are the updates in ongoing DEI initiatives at Godrej Chemicals in the year 2025-26.
FemChem and WeChemie
Godrej Chemicals reaffirmed its association with We-Chemie, a transformative initiative launched in 2024 by BASF India in collaboration with Somaiya Vidyavihar University (SVU) and the Indian Chemical Council (ICC).
To help onboard the 4th FemChem batch, we conducted a campus drive at Somaiya Vidyavihar, leading to the successful shortlisting of seven female candidates for the Ambernath factory.
The 3rd FemChem batch came on board in July 2025, with 27 women and PwDs joining the workforce — 14 at the Ambernath and 13 at Valia units. Onboarded women are systematically trained, mentored, and supported to develop into future leaders.
In August 2025, 17 women from the 1st FemChem batch were absorbed into diverse roles across Ambernath and Valia.
Stakeholder Sensitisation
Godrej Chemicals undertakes regular sensitisation initiatives to foster a safe, respectful, and inclusive workplace culture.
As part of our Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH) compliance, an e-learning module was rolled out across the organisation, covering 773 colleagues in white-collar roles across locations.
In addition, focused gender sensitisation sessions were conducted for white collar employees at manufacturing units, with participation from 41 employees at the Ambernath factory, and 18 employees at the Valia factory.
The organisation also conducted awareness sessions on transgender inclusion.
In August 2025, we conducted a DEI sensitisation session for four newly-joined PwD employees, led by Parmesh Shahani and DEI Council members, in collaboration with the DEI Lab.
Women-focused learning initiative
The organisation continues to invest in the development of diverse talent through focused capability-building and inclusion-led initiatives.
Training data reflects a significant increase in female participation, with coverage rising sharply from 66.24% to 98%.
This enhanced participation has translated into measurable performance outcomes, with productivity per hour increasing from 7.8 to 14.8 — surpassing corresponding male productivity metrics, and underscoring the effectiveness of targeted development efforts.
Our Year in Numbers
27 FemChem hires PwD representation reached 1.2%.
Our Year in Awards
SHRM HR Excellence Awards 2025: Godrej Industries Limited received a Special Mention for Excellence in Inclusion and Diversity. The recognition highlights consistent efforts in inclusive hiring, equitable policies, employee sensitisation, leadership commitment, and DEI initiatives.
CII-EFL National Award for Excellence in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion 2025: Godrej Chemicals was recognised for its outstanding commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace, promoting equal opportunities, and implementing impactful initiatives that celebrate diversity.
