Gender violence

Gender violence and Whistleblowing: a shared commitment to a safe and respectful work environment

12.11.2025 - Italy


Gender violence is one of the most severe and persistent social and cultural issues. A phenomenon that is often ignored or minimized but must be addressed with seriousness and commitment.

Markas promotes the well-being of all its employees by creating an inclusive, safe, and respectful working environment.

Every day, the company ensures that every individual, regardless of gender, can work in an environment where they feel protected and valued.
Gender Violence
What is gender violence?

Gender violence refers to any form or act of violence, abuse, or discrimination It can manifest in multiple ways:
 
  • Physical
  • Psychological
  • Verbal
  • Sexual
  • Economic

Gender violence does not only occur in private settings but can also manifest in the workplace and affects women, men, non-binary people, and individuals with diverse gender identities. In general, it is related to gender.
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Our daily commitment

Markas is committed to creating a safe and inclusive work environment for all employees, where every individual feels protected and valued.

For this reason, as a company, we continuously raise awareness on these issues and adopt preventive measures against all forms of violence and discrimination.

The Whistleblowing Channel: a protection tool

Markas has also implemented easily accessible and concrete actions, such as the Whistleblowing reporting channel: a secure and confidential tool provided for those who wish to report behaviors that go against the principles of respect and dignity.
Whistleblowing channel
Main features of the Whistleblowing Channel
 
  • Seriousness and confidentiality: All reports are handled with the utmost discretion.
  • Accessibility: The portal is available online at markasitaly.whistlelink.com or through the reporting form on the notice board.
  • Protection: The system is designed to protect the whistleblower, guaranteeing protection against retaliation or negative consequences.

Gender violence is a serious and complex issue that requires attention and adequate support. It is important to remember that the Whistleblowing channel is not the only way to address incidents of violence or discrimination but represents only one of the available tools for reporting such situations.

Every employee can also rely on other internal resources, such as direct support from their supervisors or the HR department, to address these issues in an appropriate and confidential manner.
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For external and immediate support, the free 24-hour Anti-Violence Helpline 1522 is also available.

Together, for a respectful work environment Creating a healthy work environment means creating a space where everyone can feel protected, respected, and free to express themselves.

And this depends on the collective commitment of each of us: at Markas every employee has the responsibility to report inappropriate behaviors and promote a culture of mutual respect.

Only together can we build an environment where the well-being of every individual is a priority.

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