The Faysal Bank Limited (FBL) has been honoured by the Global Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Benchmark (GDEIB) Awards 2025, according to a press release.

“Faysal Bank secured a remarkable set of 14 awards, comprising 10 Best Practice Awards, and 4 Progressive Category Awards. This accomplishment consolidates the Bank’s position as a leader in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives in Pakistan,” it said.

The bank, which is one of Pakistan’s leading Islamic banks, won 10 accolades in the ‘Best Practice’ category including awards for: vision, strategy & business impact; leadership & accountability; dei structure & implementation; advancement & retention; job design, classification & compensation; work-life integration, flexibility & benefits; DEI communications; DEI learning & development; connecting DEI & sustainability; and services & product development.

The four awards in the progressive category were for: recruitment; assessment measurement & research; community, government relations & philanthropy; and marketing & customer service.

With a significant 25% increase in the bank’s inclusivity score from 73% in 2024 to an impressive 88% in 2025, the FBL is among the “Top 10 Most Inclusive Organisations, and the Top 2 Most Inclusive Commercial Banks in Pakistan.”

Moreover, the Faysal Bank also stands out as the “only Islamic bank” recognised for its inclusive practices, reaffirming its commitment to creating a workplace that celebrates diversity and promotes equity.

“Our recognition at the GDEIB Awards 2025 reflects Faysal Bank’s unwavering dedication to fostering a culture of inclusion and equity,” FBL Head of Human Resources Monis Mirza said.

He described the achievement as a “testament” to the bank’s sustained commitment to setting new standards for DEI in the banking sector while creating a meaningful impact across our communities.

“We remain committed to building on this foundation and continuing our journey toward an even more equitable, and inclusive future,” Mirza said.