Thriving People
Empowering the global economy at scale.
That’s why a cornerstone of our Sustainable in a Generation Plan is our Thriving People ambition to meaningfully improve the lives of 1 million people across our value chain to enable them to thrive. To do this, we’re engaging a network of partners from NGOs to governments and focusing on three areas where we believe we can drive meaningful change — increasing income, respecting human rights and unlocking opportunities for women.
Increasing Income
Hundreds of millions of smallholder farmers may be part of producing food within the world’s supply chains, and far too many of them live in poverty. The reality is for us to have secure and sustainable access to raw materials like cocoa, mint and rice, we must focus on how best to increase the income of smallholder farmers.
Respecting Human Rights
Respecting human rights is the foundation for any successful and sustainable business. Yet challenges to human rights are widespread across the global economy and can be particularly complex at the farthest ends of global supply chains.
Full Potential – Our Platform for Action
Whether in the boardroom, in a retail shop or on the farm, women play a powerful role in our business. And research proves that unlocking opportunities for women bolsters communities, drives profitability and enhances value. At Mars, we’re taking action to address the barriers women face. Because gender equality not only fuels our ability to grow and thrive as a business, it ensures women reach their Full Potential.
Policies and Practices Keeping Us on Track
Our global policies guide our work to help people thrive.
