Sustainability

“Financial education: the guide you've been waiting for”

Online special dedicated to Io Donna readers consisting of 16 articles written in collaboration with three Banca Widiba financial advisors, to spread financial culture as regards savings and loans.

Free virtual roadshow "The Effect of Advisory Services"

Launch of a cycle of eight free online meetings organised in collaboration with the newspaper Advisor, to shed light on today's financial choices through the in-depth study of topics such as sustainability, financial planning and gender equality.

Membership in FEduF to spread financial culture

Membership in the "Foundation for Financial Education and Savings" (FEduF) to jointly promote financial education projects aimed at developing the knowledge of citizens, especially children and youth.

“Economics and the imagination – teaching children about financial education"

Launch of a cycle of eight free online financial education meetings organised in collaboration with FEduF (Foundation for Financial Education and Savings), to provide parents with economic and financial skills useful for sharing the value of savings to their children.

Launch of the "Women Dreaming Coach" initiative

Initiative to support an entrepreneurship project for women, selected from those posted on the Banca Widiba Facebook page, through a dedicated coaching team comprised of marketing and financial consultancy experts as well as motivational coaching.

SPID identification for opening accounts

An initiative that contributes to the diffusion of a safe and secure system aimed at guaranteeing access to digital services through the integration of the SPID in the identification systems of new customers when opening a Widiba Current Account.

Launch of "Dialogue", a new videobanking function

Innovative videocall function to interface with the bank through a new remote relationship channel that facilitates dialogue and proximity between the bank and its customers while preserving a face to face interaction.

Inclusive financial research with the Catholic University

Research project on inclusive finance in collaboration with the Catholic University of the Sacred Heart to increase the level of financial competence and promote new ideas, with the creation of an observatory and financial literacy workshops.

Financial education podcast with Will Media

Four podcasts on Actually, produced in collaboration with Will Media, which feature authoritative guests who discuss the central role of financial culture and go in-depth as to the importance of respecting ESG criteria in building a more sustainable and inclusive society.

Participation in "Financial Education Month"

Initiative promoted by the Committee for the planning and coordination of financial education activities, to increase basic knowledge on financial, insurance and pension matters through events and webinars created by Banca Widiba's financial advisors.

Launch of the "School project" with FEduF

Initiative carried out in collaboration with FEduF with the participation of Financial Advisors, to bring the Foundation's financial education programmes to schools through training courses for each school level, from elementary school to high school.

Participation in the "Elle Active" forum

Talk on women's finance dedicated to women and work, aimed at exploring the new professions of tomorrow and providing women with inspiration, training and practical tools to improve their careers and acquire the knowledge to progress professionally.

Christmas Box iniziative

Charity initiative consisting in distributing Christmas boxes carefully prepared by our employees and filled with objects that warm the heart. Over 300 boxes were collected for the less fortunate.

ESG in banking: sustainability is development

Participation in the annual event, promoted by ABI, dedicated to the theme of sustainability in the banking industry, to share the path and best practices of Banca Widiba in support of a sustainable transformation.

Women and money: a challenge for inclusion

Presentation of a research project conducted by Banca Widiba in collaboration with Milan's Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore to disseminate qualitative and quantitative results on gender differences linked to money, in order to promote a more inclusive financial culture.

Participation in Salone del Risparmio 2022

A conference conducted in collaboration with Vanguard, Candriam and Prometeia to highlight the role of asset management consulting in building a responsible, sustainable and inclusive finance model.

Innovation Day Widiba

Employee training meeting on technological innovation. Yealthy and Pictet AM speakers tell us about the positive impact of technology on health services and on the sustainable management of our cities.

Paperless & Digital Awards

Partner and member of the jury in the first “Paperless & Digital Awards. This initiative, developed by Salvino Solution (a company specialised in digitisation processes), rewards those companies that stand out for their good digital practices.

Survey: Women and Money - Workshops of the Future

Start a cycle of creative laboratories, in collaboration with Milan’s Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, to identify obstacles to female financial inclusion and identify the actions needed to facilitate the entry of women into the world of finance.

ESG: Environment and more: what is happening from a social point of view

Participation in the event organised at Forum Banca 2023 and dedicated to social sustainability, with a focus on the role of banks in enhancing financial education and building an increasingly inclusive society.

Participation in Financial Education Month 2022

Webinars and training sessions on financial, insurance and social security issues, carried out as part of the initiative promoted by the Committee for the Planning and Coordination of Financial Education Activities.

Legofin - Building a financial future together

Training sessions, carried out in collaboration with FeduF, to investigate the main economic and financial concepts with the help of the famous bricks and with the participation of Luciano Canova – Lego Serious Play® trainer.

2022 Christmas Boxes 2022

For the second year, Banca Widiba has joined the solidarity project as a collection point for Christmas boxes for the less fortunate, collecting and distributing 114 boxes with the help of employees.

Women and money: a challenge for inclusion

Launch of a cycle of Focus Groups involving financial advisors and head hunters with the aim of exploring the reasons behind the gender gap in financial consulting and investigating the steps leading women to embark on this profession.

LET'S GET STARTED

An initiative targeting employees, aimed at creating culture and generating reflections on gender and on different points of view on the occasion of International Women's Day.

Anasf - Consulentia 2023 Conference

Participation in the Conference “Make way for young people! Innovation, sustainability and inclusion: the financial industry speaks to the newer generations” to underline our commitment to the progressive integration of young professionals through training and dedicated programmes.

Global and European Money Week 2023

Three “Project for Schools” events, launched in collaboration with FEduF and implemented with the contribution of financial advisors, to address issues such as a civil and sustainable economy, money and savings management, and gender stereotypes in the financial sector.

Webinars on Diservity&Inclusion topics

Seminars and training courses aimed at employees, to analyse, recognise and break down cultural stereotypes and unconscious biases that can hinder the spread of an inclusive culture in the workplace.

ESG in banking

Participation in the third edition of this annual event, promoted by ABI to discuss the theme of the integration of banks in the ESG ecosystem and share the path and best practices of Banca Widiba in support of a sustainable transformation.

WIDIBA JOINS THE "WOMEN IN BANKING" CHARTER

Banca Widiba has joined the "Women in Banking" Charter, an initiative promoted by ABI (the Italian Banking Association) to enhance gender diversity as a key resource for value creation, development and sustainable growth in the corporate and social context.

PARTICIPATION IN FINANCIAL EDUCATION MONTH 2023

Webinars and training sessions on financial, insurance and social security issues, carried out as part of the initiative promoted by the Committee for the Planning and Coordination of Financial Education Activities.

"ESG PILLARS" BANKING FORUM

Participation in the 16th benchmark event for the Italian banking sector, organised by iKN Italy, to discuss ESG issues and illustrate the Bank's strategy in integrating sustainability factors into its business model.

MALE, FEMALE

Initiative aimed at all Widiba employees, to raise awareness on the fight against gender violence and overcome stereotypes on the occasion of International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women.

RESEARCH: WOMEN AND MONEY – FINANCIAL CONSULTANCY

Presentation of the second phase of the research conducted with Milan’s Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore to analyse stereotypes and perceptions related to the role of the Financial Advisor and identify projects that can change women's attitudes towards this profession.

GENDER EQUALITY POLICY PUBLICATION

Banca Widiba is committed daily to enhancing female talent and fighting any form of discrimination, in line with the Montepaschi Group's Gender Equality Policy: a set of guiding principles for a fairer and more inclusive working environment.

ZO’È

A directory where employees can share best practices and both trivial and in-depth information, so that we can all do our part in taking care of our planet through simple daily gestures.

SUSTAINABILITY ON OUR SOCIAL CHANNELS

Dematerialisation and paperless services, inclusivity and work-life balance. These are just some of the sustainability topics that Widiba has addressed during the year on its social media channels, generating a large number of shares and comments

CHRISTMAS BOXES 2023

Banca Widiba renews its commitment to the solidarity project designed to bring a smile to the faces of those in need. For the third year, the Bank is serving as a collection and delivery point for Christmas boxes destined for those less fortunate. A total of 203 boxes have been collected.

“Equal Opportunities and Workplace Harassment” Survey

Survey designed to gather the views of the company’s staff on the Bank’s initiatives to fight all forms of discrimination and violence and, together, identify those actions that may promote equality and inclusion yet further.

Gender equality certification

Banca Widiba, together with the Montepaschi Group, has obtained the RINA gender equality certification in acknowledgement of the Bank’s commitment to promoting a fair, inclusive and discrimination-free work environment.

Zo'è

We have decided to continue publishing our section dedicated to the climate crisis in 2024. This has been created alongside the Bank’s employees with a view to engaging and encouraging their joint and responsible participation in creating a sustainable culture and their active commitment to protecting the environment.

Financial education courses

Annual training programme providing the Bank's financial advisors with information and tools with which to promote conscious savings management among individuals, young people and families.

Global Money Week ed European Money Week

We will be participating in the events promoted by the OECD with two school-based initiatives, conducted in collaboration with Feduf, designed to promote a conscious use of resources and money, reflect on gender stereotypes, and provide the tools to overcome them right from school age.

Women in Fund selection 2024

For the Citywire event celebrating women’s talent in asset management, Banca Widiba’s female professionals share their experience in the world of finance.

Board of Protection

The bank has set up an internal to combat and prevent harassment in the workplace by offering the possibility of reporting any improper circumstances, behaviours or events attributable to gender discrimination.

Women and Money Webinars

Three appointments addressing the financial advisors, both male and female, at Banca Widiba with a view to raising awareness, reflecting and providing useful tools for managing any gender stereotypes that may emerge between these professionals and their clients.

Gender equality on social media channels

Post dedicated to inclusion, equal opportunities and overcoming gender stereotypes, to enhance the female component in the banking sector and financial consultancy.

Employee awareness initiatives

Initiatives carried out in the first half of the year to promote staff reflection on the issues of gender, humanity and coexistence. The events will be carried out on significant dates dedicated to remembrance, women, the value of diversity, and the family.

Sustainable finance training

A training programme for the Bank's financial advisory network, organised in collaboration with Raiffeisen, to explore regulatory and commercial issues relating to sustainable investment.

HUB ESG – Sustainable Finance Cetif – Catholic University

Participation as members of the steering committee in a discussion organized by the Research Center of the Catholic University of Milan and addressing finance professionals, with the aim of encouraging discussion between companies and deepening their role in the field of sustainability

Partnership with This Unique

Training webinar to raise awareness within the company on menstrual well-being and to break down stereotypes related to this issue.

Gender equity education pathway

Alongside the Montepaschi Group, the bank has kicked off a new training course on the issue of Gender Equity, to promote inclusion and equality and to break down stereotypes that hinder equal opportunities, career paths and growth

“Equal Opportunities and Workplace Harassment” Survey

The Bank’s commitment to combating all forms of discrimination and violence in the workplace continues with a new survey aimed at gathering the opinion of the corporate population on the initiatives put in place to ensure equal rights and respect for diversity.

Assoreti training

Online courses for Financial Advisors to explore the impact of ESG regulations on insurance contract consultancy and distribution, and the importance of global-based investment in achieving clients’ life goals

Banking Forum

Participation in the 17th Forum organised by IKN Italy to bring the bank’s privileged point of view to the round table “Promoting financial culture and inclusivity of teams between genders and generations”.

Give Blood, Give a Future

Participation in AVIS Milan’s Business2Blood! project to promote solidarity and encourage employees to donate through blood collection days held directly on the company premises.

Participation in Financial Education Month 2024

Webinars and training sessions on financial, insurance and pension topics to increase basic knowledge of economic issues and promote more informed management of personal and family assets.

Financial Awareness Stories

Creation of a video and social format on the topic of economic violence against women with the involvement of 5 Banca Widiba women who tell their own story of financial emancipation on the occasion of International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women.

Salone dei Pagamenti

Participation in Salone dei Pagamenti, Italy’s payments industry fair, with a speech on financial education for the younger generations as part of the conference "BANKING FOR GENERATION ZERO - Meetings for high schools", organised by ABI and FEduF.

Employee awareness initiatives

Initiatives carried out in the second half of the year to promote the well-being of the corporate population on World Mental Health Day and to promote the right to choose freedom on International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women.

Christmas Boxes

For the fourth year in a row, Banca Widiba collects and delivers charity boxes for the less fortunate with the involvement of the corporate community.