The medical technology company Arjo has been awarded the 2024 Allbright Prize for purposeful and long-term work with equality, diversity and inclusion. The prize was awarded at a ceremony in Stockholm today.

Allbright, a non-partisan and non-profit foundation that works for equality and diversity in management teams, writes in its motivation: "Arjo is a shining example of how conscious and systematic work for equality and diversity can create a more inclusive workplace and at the same time contribute to business success."

"With a genuine commitment, Arjo has also identified structures that risk disadvantaging women. A work that has contributed to an even gender distribution at all levels of the company," the jury's motivation continues.

Since Arjo was publicly listed seven years ago, the company has been featured on Allbright's green list of Sweden's most gender-equal listed companies.

"We are very proud of the award. It is a recognition of our commitment to creating an inclusive work environment. In addition to creating a stronger organization and a better workplace, our diversity work also contributes to achieving our business goals," says Joacim Lindoff, CEO of Arjo.

In addition to efforts to achieve gender balance in senior positions, Arjo works systematically with diversity and inclusion through clear processes, measures, goals and follow-up to promote equal opportunities and respect regardless of factors such as gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, age and religion.

"We meet customers and patients in vulnerable situations in healthcare on a daily basis. We are convinced that an organization characterized by diversity and equality is significantly better equipped to understand and solve our users' challenges. That is why inclusion plays an important role in our business and is a big part of our company's DNA," concludes Joacim Lindoff.

For further information, please contact:
Maria Nilsson, EVP Communication & Public Relations
Tel: +46 734 244 515
Email: maria.nilsson@arjo.com  
 

About Arjo
At Arjo, we are convinced that good conditions for mobility in healthcare environments are a central part of offering high-quality care. Our products and solutions for patient transfer, hygiene, disinfection, diagnostics, treatment of leg ulcers, prevention of pressure ulcers and venous thrombosis, as well as our healthcare beds, are designed to promote mobility, safety and dignity in all healthcare situations. With over 65 years of experience in improving everyday life for patients and caregivers, and a global team of over 6,500 people, we are constantly working to create better outcomes for people facing mobility challenges. www.arjo.com