Bank of Cyprus' certification by the National Certification Body for the Implementation of Good Practices on Gender Equality in the Working Environment, is a recognition of the Bank's philosophy concerning equal opportunity regardless of gender or any other trait.

The certification bestowed by the National Certification Body confirms Bank of Cyprus' ongoing commitment to the equal treatment of the genders across the spectrum of the Group's operations.

Following an in-depth assessment, the certification is awarded to companies that implement policies for their staff ensuring gender equality, equal advancement opportunities, reconciling professional and family life, and the principle of equal pay between men and women for the same work or for work of the same value.

This certification constitutes an important recognition of the Bank's longstanding policies, and affirms the Bank's commitment to promoting equal treatment of the genders, by implementing a comprehensive human resources management system.