Initiatives and partnerships
Through projects and initiatives, we work every day to create a company driven by innovation, open dialogue and shared responsibility, enabling each individual to bring their own uniqueness to the workplace.
Gender Equality Certification and Policy
We have obtained Gender Equality Certification, a recognition that formally acknowledges our concrete commitment to promoting and valuing gender diversity. At the heart of this achievement is our Policy, the document that formalises the Group’s commitment to ensuring a fair architecture of opportunities for everyone, supporting both professional and personal growth.
Parenting Manifesto and Parental Kit
Our commitment to supporting parenthood is reflected in our promotion of open dialogue, constructive discussion and practical support tools. That’s why we have developed a six-point Parenting Manifesto setting out our inclusive and respectful approach to parenthood in all its forms.
The Wom: a special award from Assolombarda
In March 2025, we received the Special Advisory Board Award Assolombarda per il Sociale at the third edition of the Assolombarda Awards. The recognition was presented to the Mondadori Group for the social value and impact of The Wom, our digital magazine that has become a benchmark for younger generations. The award acknowledges the quality and consistency of our actions in promoting opportunity and intergenerational dialogue. The Wom has distinguished itself in promoting a culture based on authenticity, acceptance and inclusive dialogue. In particular, recognition was given to the approach adopted for the event The Womderful Inclusive Fashion Show by Benedetta De Luca, held during Milan Fashion Week, which offered a tangible opportunity to celebrate uniqueness beyond labels.
"Con le parole giuste" training project
We developed the training project "Con le parole giuste" as a corporate citizenship pathway. Through contributions from authors and colleagues across the Group, in collaboration with Mondadori Studios, the programme invites reflection on verbal violence in the workplace and on the role of language in professional relationships.
“Beliefs and microaggressions”
We promote an inclusive culture through training and awareness programmes open to all our people. These initiatives reflect our commitment to exploring social sustainability in depth and to providing practical tools for recognising and overcoming cultural barriers in the workplace. As part of this journey, we hosted the webinar “Beliefs and microaggressions: between bias and artificial intelligence”. The session examined the conditioning factors that influence professional relationships and the impact of cognitive biases. The topic was explored through a multidisciplinary perspective, enriched by contributions from leading experts.
Psychological support service
We place great importance on the psychological wellbeing of our people, recognising it as fundamental to promoting a positive and inclusive working environment. With this in mind, we have partnered with Mindwork to offer an online psychological support service that is anonymous and confidential, allowing individuals to look after their wellbeing through consultation with a qualified team of psychologists. The initiative provides a practical tool to support personal and professional wellbeing at every stage of life.
Supporting those who care for loved ones
In partnership with the association Atelier della Mente, we have launched a support service for employees caring for relatives with suspected cognitive decline. Through a personalised guidance pathway, colleagues can access information and support aimed at improving the quality of life of the entire family unit. This initiative forms part of the Mondadori Care project, a suite of services designed to support our people in caring for themselves and their loved ones.
Global Inclusion 2025 and Human Rights Policy
We took part in the Global Inclusion 2025 event organised by Il Sole 24 Ore, a forum dedicated to dialogue around equity and the promotion of diversity within organisations. On that occasion, Francesca Rigolio, Chief Sustainability Officer, presented the Group’s new Human Rights Policy, a document that formalises our commitment to respecting every individual in all their diversity. The adoption of this Policy represents a concrete act of responsibility and defines the principles guiding both our operations and those of our external stakeholders, with the aim of preventing discrimination and actively promoting inclusion across all areas of activity.
#InPiediControLaViolenza
On the occasion of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, our Group promoted an awareness initiative featuring an artistic installation of 100 red chairs along the central walkway of Palazzo Niemeyer. An invitation to pause and reflect on the role we all play, women and men alike, in promoting a culture of respect and non-violence within our society. This initiative forms part of the broader commitment our Group pursues, through its publishing houses, brands and bookshops, to raise awareness and promote understanding of this important and sensitive issue.
Audiobooks in the dark
A sensory experience dedicated to accessibility and inclusion through audio storytelling. The initiative, organised at the Fondazione Istituto dei Ciechi di Milano, aimed to raise awareness of the importance of universal and inclusive access to culture and reading through the potential of audiobooks. An immersive journey designed for audiobook listeners of all ages, as well as enthusiasts and those curious to explore this format.
PariPasso
In 2025, Rizzoli Education launched PariPasso, a project focused on inclusion and on teaching and learning practices centred around inclusive education. The initiative is reflected in both the content and the study and teaching methodologies promoted by the publishing house. Validated by a scientific committee of sector experts, the project draws on core principles set out in the publisher’s Manifesto to promote a culture of inclusion.
“Facciamo luce” campaign
On International Women’s Day, Mondadori Store promotes the Facciamo luce campaign. The initiative invites readers to reflect more consciously on the role of women and what they represent, encouraging dialogue around women’s rights, identity and evolution within contemporary society. Through this campaign, our network of bookshops aims to move beyond the celebration of a single occasion, opening spaces for genuine dialogue, raising awareness and nurturing the future through books, stories and words.