Diversity equity and inclusion
“The colour of someone’s skin, ethnicity, social background, age, not to mention sexual, political and religious orientation for me do not make, nor have never made, any difference. The commitment to act free from any form of discrimination is deeply rooted in the Giorgio Armani Group’s value system. Diversity is an asset to be nurtured; inclusiveness is a moral and professional duty. We do not tolerate discrimination because what I am looking for is talent, in every area, and talent without diversity cannot be talent.
I see all my employees, in Italy and abroad, as a family I have to take care of, whether they are part of the Head Offices or the sales force in the store.
I respect everyone equally.”
Within the Human Resources Department, the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) function coordinates strategies and activities aimed at raising awareness and encouraging people to respect and appreciate what makes them different and unique.
Protecting human dignity is the key element in creating a workplace built on trust and loyalty. In this context, the investments made over time in the management of diversity and the protection of equal opportunities are among the Group’s strategic priorities.
Confirming its commitment to fostering a people-oriented corporate culture, in 2025 the Armani Group obtained Gender Equality Certification (UNI/PdR 125:2022) for all its companies based in Italy. Issued by Dasa-Rägister and achieved on a voluntary basis, the certification represents a national standard that evaluates and rewards the adoption of measurable management systems and practices aimed at reducing the gender gap, promoting professional equity and ensuring equal opportunities within organisations.
Also during 2025, the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Policy and the Gender Equality Policy were adopted, and the Gender Equality and Inclusion Steering Committee was established. In addition, a third gender option, alongside male and female, was introduced.
Concrete steps towards promoting change and recognising the value of each individual.
In 2019, the Armani Group actively participated in the HR & Education round table of the Camera Nazionale della Moda Italiana (National Chamber of Italian Fashion) which, among other initiatives, led to the drafting of the manifesto Including Diversity.