Avery Dennison among best organizations for women

Avery Dennison South Asia has received the Best Organizations for Women 2026 award by ET Edge, marking its sixth consecutive year of receiving this distinction. According to the company, the recognition reflects its sustained commitment to building an equitable, inclusive and people-first workplace culture. 

The award was presented by Dr Kiran Bedi, former IPS officer to Bhavprita Harshawardhan and Bhawna Luniyal, who accepted the recognition on behalf of the Avery Dennison India team. The ceremony brought together leading organizations across sectors, spotlighting those that are setting benchmarks in building inclusive, future-ready workplaces through sustained action and leadership commitment.

The ET Edge Best Organizations for Women recognition is among India’s established benchmarks for workplace equity, evaluating organizations on key parameters such as policy frameworks, leadership diversity, employee experience and cultural inclusion. Avery Dennison’s six-year presence on this list underscores a consistent and measurable approach to building an inclusive workplace, moving beyond intent to tangible impact, according to the company.

'At Avery Dennison, our commitment to inclusion is embedded in our policies, our leadership culture, and the way we show up for each other. For us, building a truly equitable organization is a continuous journey, and this recognition motivates us to raise the bar even further. We are deeply grateful to our employees, our leaders, and every individual who contributes to making this an environment where women can lead, grow, and thrive without limitation,' said Amitabh Sagar, human resource director, South Asia (MG).

'True progress is measured by how effectively organizations translate intent into impact. At Avery Dennison, we have consistently focused on embedding inclusion into the core of our business strategy, enabling diverse talent to contribute, lead, and shape the future. This recognition strengthens our commitment to building a resilient, forward-looking organization driven by equity and innovation,' said Saurabh Agarwal, vice president and general manager, South Asia, Avery Dennison.

In India, Avery Dennison continues to strengthen its position as a progressive workplace through focused investments in talent development, mentorship and inclusive leadership practices. With a growing and diverse workforce, the company remains committed to advancing equity as a core driver of organizational performance and long-term growth.