GN has taken several actions in response to potential negative impacts on a case-by-case basis. Depending on the nature of the impact, actions are determined based on international and local standards and regulations, internal policies, and input from employee engagement processes. GN ensures adequate resource allocation for addressing each material impact with clearly defined roles and responsibilities. Execution of actions is anchored in GN’s existing governance structures, which defines roles and responsibilities, and ensures sufficient resource allocation. To evaluate effectiveness of actions implemented, GN conducts assessment and collects the necessary data for analysis. The results are reviewed by senior management to identify areas that require attention, allowing for necessary amendments to be made where needed. For longer term initiatives, GN performs continuous assessments to address any emerging issues promptly.

To ensure the well-being of our employees and maintain a diverse, engaged, and passionate workforce, employee engagement takes place on an ongoing basis through several channels: biannual professional and personal development dialogues, employee surveys, and employee groups representing specific demographics and their allies. Employees are also represented in the Board of Directors through the employee-elected board members. Employees can raise concerns confidentially through GN’s whistleblower hotline or regular HR channels. Views of employees collected through these channels are integrated in strategy development, policy creations, adjustments, and other decision-making on a continuous basis. Where necessary, specific initiatives are developed to ensure employee well-being. Employees are informed about ESG topics regularly through internal communication channels, which also allow for engagement on topics communicated.