We, at Mazzucco & Mello Advogados, believe that an excellent work environment must be guided by the appreciation of diversity and inclusion of people with their own identities, cultures, ethnicities and special physical or intellectual needs.

They are people who develop the services we provide and it is precisely the unique vision of each professional that contributes to the delivery of highly technical and creative legal content, necessary for the strategies formulated with our clients and partners.

Developing a team of great talents is only possible if, together, we align ourselves with this purpose. And that is precisely why we developed our Diversity and Inclusion Policy.

Appreciation for an inclusive, respectful and accessible environment requires special attention to certain vulnerable groups and minorities, with affirmative actions taken to truly promote human rights. This is how we want, every day, to inspire inclusive practices in relationships between leaders, teams, customers, partners and suppliers.

We know that inclusion involves respecting freedom and ensuring good social coexistence for people with different identities, cultures, origins and religions. Effective inclusion demands that each professional's individuality be actively valued, understanding diversity naturally, with autonomy and empowerment, regardless of their physical characteristics or personal peculiarities.

This is how the Mazzucco & Mello law firm is committed to establishing and expanding an environment of inclusion, promoting diversity within the office and in its relationship with the communities in which it operates, in accordance with Brazilian and international regulatory guidelines and good practices. .

Antonio Mazzucco and Rafael Mello

Basic

The guiding principles of Mazzucco & Mello Advogados' Diversity and Inclusion Policy are in line with the 1988 Constitution, which highlights among the fundamental objectives of the Republic the promotion of the good of all, without prejudice to origin, race, sex, color, age and any other forms[1]; and, at the same time, any discrimination related to the exercise of functions and admission criteria based on sex, age, color, marital status or worker status with special needs is prohibited[2]. Based on constitutional provisions, Mazzucco & Mello Advogados establishes this Diversity and Inclusion Policy, applicable to all partners, associates and administrative staff, with the following principles:

  • Valuing the plurality of identities, cultures and religions;
  • Active promotion of the inclusion of vulnerable groups and minorities;
  • Responsibility and social integration, collaborating with the efforts of civil society;
  • Guarantee of ethical and human values ​​in all relationships established;
  • Coexistence and respect for ethnic, cultural, social, religious, sexual diversity and special physical or intellectual needs.

Guidelines and Objectives

We need to provide opportunities for all people, guided by equity. Our guidelines are empowerment, inclusion and combating prejudice, which must be widely disseminated among our employees and partners.

discrimination, at Mazzucco & Mello we adopt active measures that encourage work free from any prejudice and discrimination, encouraging each person to express their identity freely, with their individualities respected and valued. Therefore, our actions are guided by the objectives of ensuring:

  • Inclusion of people with special physical or intellectual needs;
  • Diversity of genders and orientations (LGBTQIA+);
  • Plurality of ethnicities;
  • Respect for different religious practices;
  • Gender equality; It is
  • Socioeconomic integration.

Our Commitments

I. Ensuring an environment favorable to diversity and inclusion

We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment, in which everyone is respected and valued, regardless of gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, age, religion, political beliefs, ethnicity or socioeconomic status. In addition, content and training will be produced, as well as internal leadership encouraged to build social integration plans, in order to guarantee the plurality of our team, respecting individualities and offering equitable opportunities. Prejudiced behavior or behavior that is in any way offensive to the principles and objectives of this Diversity and Inclusion Policy will not be welcome. Reports in good faith regarding possible non-compliance are encouraged, which may be forwarded to the Administrative Committee.

II. Promoting a diverse and plural team

To build an inclusive and plural people management, in all our hiring there will be express mention of this Diversity and Inclusion Policy and a declaration that applications from people with the most diverse identities, ethnicities, religions and origins are welcome, in a to encourage the integration of minorities and vulnerable groups. Exclusive vacancies may also be made available to demonstrate that the selection processes will not only be broad, but exclusive, reinforcing our commitment to the active integration of these people.

III. Responsibility and social integration

The commitment to diversity and inclusion presupposes collective integration that fosters knowledge and appreciation of different ethnicities, cultures and genders. Therefore, we commit to strengthening our social coexistence by accompanying and providing support to the most diverse civil society institutions that engage in this topic, to strengthen not only personal development, but the social integration of our society.

IV. Education and training

Finally, as a form of constant improvement, to promote our commitment to respecting and valuing diversity and inclusion and to form a plural team, in accordance with this Diversity and Inclusion Policy, periodic dissemination of information materials will be carried out. study, articles, internal lectures with guests involved with our objectives, as well as periodic training for our employees.

If you have any questions or suggestions or to find out more about our initiatives, write to comiteadministrativo@br-mm.com.com.