In the world we want tomorrow, society is inclusive. Yet women around the globe face barriers at all intersections of society — race, religion, ability, sexual orientation, economic status. Even before the COVID-19 crisis, the United Nations estimated it would take more than a century to close the gender opportunity gap. Now, the pandemic has set progress for gender equality back by 25 years. 

Women make up the majority of our consumers and customers, but even more importantly, they’re critical to Mars in our offices, factories, veterinary hospitals and supply chain.

That’s why we’ve launched the #HereToBeHeard campaign, as part of the our Full Potential platform for action on gender equity in our workplaces, sourcing communities, and the marketplace. We’re asking women everywhere to use their voices so that together, we can help shape tomorrow.

The responses will inform the concrete actions Mars will take – both within our value chain and in broader society — to close the gender opportunity gap.

We’re energized by the thought-provoking conversations that are happening around the world and in our workplace. Listen as a few of our inspiring Women of Mars join in by sharing life and career lessons through this Hear to be Heard interview series.

How to rewrite the script for an increasingly diverse workforce

How we all can work together to unlock opportunities for women

Setting boundaries and empowering allies

How empowered women empower women

How to help our daughters be fearless and hyper-focus our support

Join the conversation at mars.com/heretobeheard to share your thoughts by answering the question: “What needs to change so more women can reach their full potential?”