Gender equality in Ukrainian companies: A study based on the WBA gender benchmark methodology, June 2025

This research assesses gender equality in Ukrainian companies using the World Benchmarking Alliance’s (WBA) Gender Benchmark methodology. The analysis applies international standards to the Ukrainian corporate context, highlighting progress and persistent gaps. A systematic review of benchmark indicators and corporate disclosures forms the basis of the evaluation, offering an up-to-date perspective on how companies perform against global gender equality criteria...

Seven of the nine studied companies demonstrate a clear commitment to gender equality and/or women’s empowerment, generally adopting similar approaches across sectors. Only two companies do not express such intent in their publicly available materials. Specific pledges to gender equality and women’s empowerment are notably scarce, with most companies making broad statements about equal opportunities. These statements often reference wider concepts such as human rights and corporate social responsibility. The focus is primarily on prohibiting gender-based discrimination and promoting workforce diversity within the companies...

A common trend among the companies studied is the absence of measurable, time-bound targets for gender equality. Three companies outline specific gender equality goals, but none include timelines for their achievement...

There is a noticeable lack of published information regarding women’s involvement in risk identification and assessment processes across all sectors. However, all companies provide mechanisms for employees to raise concerns or file complaints...