This Pride Month, GCash, the leading mobile wallet in the Philippines, waves the rainbow flag high. Championing diversity, equality, and inclusion, GCash commits to fostering an inclusive culture, not just in its work environment, but also in the financial services it offers.
Aligning with international frameworks such as the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), GCash is making strong strides towards promoting gender equality, reducing workspace disparities, and stimulating inclusive economic growth.
A Financial Ally for Everyone
GInsure, a product of GCash, provides a platform for partner insurance firms to heed the Insurance Commission’s (IC) mandate. It allows policyholders to designate their same-sex partners as beneficiaries in their plans.
Through GInsure, same-sex couples can explore an array of affordable insurance products from FPG Insurance, Singlife, Sun Life, and Generali – all GCash partners. These companies empower LGBTQIA+ couples to easily nominate their partners as beneficiaries for their selected insurance coverage.
Winsley Bangit, GCash’s head of new business, asserts that “All people – regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity, must experience fair and equitable access to market opportunities. That’s why we at GCash have developed simple, affordable, and inclusive products, and work with like-minded partners that promote fair and non-discriminatory processes for users – breaking the stigma and bias against the LGBTQIA+ population.”
In addition, GCash extends its inclusive financial services to provide equal access to funding and loans. Services such as GGives, GLoans, and GCredit ensure a non-discriminatory and straightforward application process. These services base eligibility purely on in-app behaviour, without regard for sexual orientation, gender identity, place of birth, family background, race, age, or ability.
Cultivating an Inclusive Culture at Work
GCash values the unique identities of its employees, recognizing that diversity fosters innovation. Not only does GCash provide inclusive financial services, but they also deeply appreciate and celebrate the individuality of their team members.
Upholding non-discriminatory policies, GCash enables employees to freely express themselves. This ensures that every employee, irrespective of their sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, receives fair treatment, equal employment opportunities, and the chance to climb the corporate ladder.
GCash stands firm on its no-mandatory dress code policy and mandates Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) training for all employees. This paves the way for a safe and accepting workplace environment.
As a proud member of the Philippine Financial & Inter-Industry Pride (PFIP), GCash further strengthens its community spirit. The PFIP serves as the leading voice and champion for LGBTQIA+ workplace inclusion in the Philippines. GCash fosters a sense of belonging among its employees through the GCash Pride Club and encourages talents through participation in Drag Events and the Pride Parade.
“No one should experience prejudice as everyone deserves to have a voice and be treated fairly wherever they are. At GCash, we always make it a mission to foster inclusive work culture where different views, backgrounds, culture, and experiences are valued and nurtured. This is one of the company’s ways to effectively address not only the needs of our consumers, but of the very people behind this amazing app. With the help of GCash’s diverse team and leaders, we are on our way to make our “Finance for All“ vision a reality.” says Robert Gonzales, GCash’s chief people officer.
GCash stands firm as an ally to the LGBTQIA+ community, not just during the historic Pride Month, but every day. Their mission is clear: to make Filipino lives better and to create an equal, diverse, and inclusive nation where everyone can #WerkWithPride.
Learn more about GCash and its advocacies by visiting www.gcash.com or following their official Facebook page @gcashofficial.
