Gender Inclusion
Representation is more than just a word, it’s a way of doing things better. Our ultimate goal is to achieve gender balance and inclusion at all levels of the organization, with a specific focus on increasing the representation of women in leadership positions. It’s not just an integral part of our comprehensive Diversity, Equity & Inclusion strategy, it’s an integral part our business strategy. We know from experience that more women in tech is good for all of us.
Programs under this pillar:
Career development programs for women's leadership are based on formal mentoring. These programs provide platforms for women leaders to learn and exhibit transformational leadership, equipping them with the right blend of knowledge and competencies for their current roles and future career aspirations.
Networking & Advocacy is an employee-led program that prioritizes professional development and fosters open dialogue about women in the workplace. The sessions serve as flagship initiatives, inviting accomplished women leaders to address HCLTech employees. This platform empowers employees to gain insights into effective leadership while also receiving valuable perspectives on DEI matters from industry-leading women.
Sometimes taking a career break is necessary – but how do you re-enter the workforce? Our HCLTech Returnship program supports people just like you who want to pursue both personal and professional goals.
If you hope to return to the technology field, we promise a rewarding career at HCLTech and make it easy with 'Returnship' – specially designed for women re-entering the workforce. We welcome our ‘Returners’ back with a supportive workplace, matching you with the right job for this important stage of your career.
Program benefits
- Learn new technologies through training and mentorship with subject matter experts
- Access career development programs for women
- Flexible work arrangements
- Support systems are provided, including day care and an inclusive infrastructure
Motherhood is a wonderful time, but it can also sometimes get overwhelming. And no matter how much help you have, a little extra support is always a good thing. Which is why we'd like to introduce you to Momtastic - a global platform for moms and parents. From carefully curated toolkits, insurance benefits, safe spaces where you can have conversations with other moms and buddy programs, this platform is a great place to really feel connected to everything around you.
Disability Inclusion
Your physical, emotional and career mobility is our business. This is true for everyone in our organization, including those with disabilities of all kinds. Our commitment goes well beyond hiring and retaining. It’s our mission to empower both physically and emotionally every employee who belongs to our community. For those with disabilities, this means providing employment opportunities with appropriate infrastructural and technical requirements, enabling equitable working environment through moral, physical, and formal support, empowerment through sensitization training, workshops, and disability related specific interventions and engaging by promoting meaningful involvement in organizational initiatives.
LGBTQIA+ Inclusion
When you can bring your whole self to work, you do your best work. The mission of LGBTQIA+ Inclusion is to foster an inclusive, safe, and supportive work environment for all Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer employees, and allies at HCLTech. The group is designed to build awareness, share information, and increase communication on LGBTQIA+ issues through education and diversity training. It also serves to provide strategic guidance to teams on policies that affect LGBTQIA+ employees and the community overall.
Cultural Inclusion
Respect is the cornerstone of progress. Cultural Inclusion at HCLTech is the belief that every individual is respected regardless of their background, culture, nationality, way of working, or lifestyle. We’re committed to bridging the gap of understanding between cultures and by engaging in and celebrating of their attributes and differences.
