Promoting Sustainable Workstyles with Pet-Friendly Offices and Expanded Care Leave

 

Tokyo, Japan – December 11, 2024 – TBWA\HAKUHODO is proud to announce the launch of innovative workplace policies that embrace the diverse lifestyles of its employees by recognizing pets as valued family members. These new measures allow employees to bring their dogs to the office and extend caregiving leave policies to include pets. By fostering a supportive environment where employees can align their professional and personal lives, the initiative reinforces TBWA\HAKUHODO’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

 

Key Initiatives:

 

Pet-Friendly Office Policy: Employees are now permitted to bring their dogs to the office, creating a flexible and welcoming environment. This policy was developed in collaboration with E-Sohko Co., Ltd., the leasing management company for the Daisan Toun Building, to ensure a seamless integration of pet-friendly spaces.

 

Expanded Care Leave for Pets: The caregiving leave policy has been extended to include pets, enabling employees to take paid leave to care for their pets in cases of illness, medical emergencies, or other essential needs.

 

These policies were designed to accommodate the needs of employees who see their pets as family members, addressing the challenges of caregiving while allowing them to maintain a work-life balance.

 

Anticipated Benefits

 

Enhanced Well-being: Allowing pets in the office and expanding leave policies aim to reduce stress and promote a healthier work-life integration for employees.

 

Stronger Connections: The presence of pets is expected to facilitate informal interactions, fostering a sense of community and camaraderie within teams.

 

Progressive Workplace Culture: These initiatives align with TBWA\HAKUHODO’s broader DEIB strategy, ensuring that employees feel supported in their personal and professional journeys.

 

The program will initially focus on dogs, with plans to explore opportunities to include other pets in the future. By implementing these policies, TBWA\HAKUHODO continues to champion innovation in workplace culture, reflecting its People, Planet, and Process philosophy.

 

Quotes

 

Shinya Otani, Executive Officer, General Manager of Logistics Real Estate Department, e-sohko Co., Ltd.:

“The Daisan Toun Building is renowned for its high-ceilinged, column-free spaces that inspire flexibility and creativity. Collaborating with TBWA\HAKUHODO on this pet-friendly initiative challenged us to rethink traditional building operations, resulting in a workplace that accommodates the evolving needs of modern employees. We are proud to partner with an agency that prioritizes inclusivity and innovation.”

 

Shinpei Nikai, Worksytle Innovation / Human Resource, Senior Management Planning Director, TBWA\HAKUHODO:

“Workplaces must evolve to reflect the needs of today’s diverse workforce. Recognizing pets as family members is a natural extension of our broader commitment to supporting employees in all aspects of their lives. This initiative complements our other efforts, such as parental leave, caregiving support, and LGBTQ+ inclusion, ensuring that TBWA\HAKUHODO remains a place where everyone can thrive and innovate.”