2022 Environmental Social Governance (ESG) Report

ERG & MISSION

EXAMPLES OF HOW ERGS ARE MAKING AN IMPACT

PACT (Parent & Caregivers Together)

PACT continued to serve as a resource for parents and caregivers by hosting education and awareness programming throughout the year. Sessions included a deep dive into company health benefits and a session with social worker Erica Sandoval, LCSW who provided advice and tools to help both parents and their children transition into the new school year. UNITY’s theme in 2022 was “Can’t Hide Our Pride,” which focused on how to better promote and support the career development of UNITY members and best practices for a culture of belonging. In 2022, UNITY members and allies participated in local Pride parades, training sessions on how to support the transgender community and sessions with (1) a renowned transgender rights activist and author and (2) a diversity & inclusion change coach. The Veterans ERG, in collaboration with the Military and Veteran’s Program at Cushman & Wakefield, continued to focus on the importance and value that Veterans and their families create in the workforce. The ERG featured programming that showcased employee stories about their military training and background, leadership capabilities and transferrable skills that help them thrive in a corporate environment. In addition, the Veterans ERG featured a panel to highlight Cushman & Wakefield’s participation in the Department of Defense Skillbridge Program , which allows transitioning service members to work in our business in unique internships that support a successful transition from military to a civilian career. Also, in collaboration with the UNITY and APSIRE ERGs, the Veterans ERG hosted a session on safety best practices for the office, home and in the community. In 2022, WIN created a professional development fund for education courses and professional certifications for members, as well as a robust mentorship program and career development curriculum. In addition, 10 women were awarded a spot to participate in a one-year development and mentorship program with CREW Network, a global organization that advances all women in commercial real estate through business networking, industry research, leadership development, and career outreach. Participants earn a recognized industry certificate that demonstrates the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in CRE. To commemorate International Women’s Day and Women’s History Month, WIN provided multiple keynote speakers and facilitated panel discussions on topics about leadership, equity and resilience. Across EMEA, WIN held events that focused on equity in work-life balance, gender roles in the workplace and celebrating women’s achievements. WIN EMEA also launched business masterclass sessions that featured executive women leaders who discussed their career journey in a male-dominated industry.

PACT is designed as a network to support working parents and caregivers, partnering people with a unique bond and fostering the exchange of ideas and strategies to achieve work/life harmony.

UNITY (LGBTQ+ Integrated Network)

UNITY’s mission is to increase visibility and provide an open minded support system for conducting business and addressing the personal requirements of our lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer/questioning (LGBTQ+) and ally community. The Veterans ERG at Cushman & Wakefield offers a culture that celebrates veterans’ contributions and leadership, rewarding work related to veteran skills and talents, and a community of camaraderie. This network is designed to form a working community at Cushman & Wakefield by sharing information, best practices and experience to help its constituency develop Veterans at Cushman & Wakefield

leadership skills and career advancing opportunities.

WIN (Women’s Integrated Network)

WIN develops and supports the talents of women at Cushman & Wakefield by providing a platform that values diverse perspectives and leverages leadership skills to benefit our firm, clients and the industry as a whole.

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