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Our Commitment - Gender Equality Plan

Easy Pie Digital Ltd
Effective: 15.07.2025
Published: https://www.easypiedigital.com/gep
Approved by: Julia Valchanova, CEO

1. Commitment to Gender Equality

At Easy Pie Digital Ltd, we believe that a diverse, inclusive, and gender-equal workplace is not only fair but vital to our success as a technology and innovation-driven SME. This Gender Equality Plan (GEP) outlines our commitment to creating an environment that empowers all team members to thrive, regardless of gender. It reflects our core values of transparency, fairness, and continuous improvement.

2. Implementation Framework

2.1 Public Document

This GEP is a formal public document and has been signed and endorsed by the CEO. It is published on our company website and is accessible to all staff and external stakeholders.

2.2 Dedicated Resources

While we are a small team, we have appointed a responsible officer to oversee the implementation of this GEP. Time and budget have been allocated annually for gender equality actions, including training, data monitoring, and internal communication efforts.

2.3 Data Collection and Monitoring

We commit to collecting and analyzing sex-disaggregated data on:

  • Staff composition by role and seniority
  • Recruitment and promotion outcomes
  • Use of flexible working arrangements
  • Any identified pay gaps

We will review this data annually and use it to inform improvements to our policies and practices.

2.4 Training and Capacity Building

We will provide:

  • Annual awareness training for all staff on gender equality and inclusive workplace practices
  • Specialized sessions for hiring managers and leadership to counteract bias in decision-making
  • Regular internal communications promoting inclusive behaviors and policies

3. Key Thematic Areas and Objectives

3.1 Work-Life Balance and Organisational Culture

  • Offer flexible working arrangements (hybrid work, flexible hours) as standard practice
  • Encourage equal uptake of parental leave and caregiving roles among all genders
  • Promote a respectful, team-oriented workplace culture through our internal communications and onboarding process

3.2 Gender Balance in Leadership and Decision-Making

  • Maintain awareness of gender balance in leadership, including project leads and internal decision-making bodies
  • Encourage leadership development among underrepresented genders through mentorship and project ownership opportunities

3.3 Gender Equality in Recruitment and Career Progression

  • Ensure gender-neutral language in job postings
  • Strive for balanced shortlists and diverse hiring panels
  • Monitor promotions, training opportunities, and leadership assignments to ensure equal access

3.4 Integration of Gender Dimension in Research and Innovation

  • Where applicable, we will consider the gender dimension in the design, analysis, and communication of our digital products and services
  • In proposals and client work involving user research, we will ensure gender-relevant factors are considered in the methodology

3.5 Measures Against Gender-Based Violence and Harassment

  • Easy Pie Digital Ltd has a zero-tolerance policy for all forms of harassment and gender-based violence
  • We provide a clear, confidential pathway for reporting concerns
  • Staff are informed of their rights and responsibilities during onboarding and through our internal policy documents

4. Monitoring and Review

This plan will be reviewed annually by the leadership team. Updates will be informed by staff feedback, monitoring data, and evolving best practices. A summary of progress and updates will be shared with the team internally each year.

5. Contact

For questions, feedback, or to report a concern related to gender equality, please contact:

Julia Valchanova
CEO, Easy Pie Digital Ltd
📧 julia@easypiedigital.com