SDGs Pledge/Materiality

Published the SDGs Pledge

Published in September 28, 2020

Tokai Tokyo Financial Group supports the spirit meant by UN’s 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. We pledge to work toward the realization of sustainable society by being innovative business entity and by cherishing communities, people, and the environment. We believe we can accomplish this pledge abiding by our corporate vision, “We will contribute to the growth of our nation’s economy by fulfilling the role as a financial service provider to help customers with their wealth formation and capital enhancement.”

Materiality identification process

We reviewed our materiality in September 2023. In reviewing “Materiality” at the SVJ Council, we considered not only the impact on our businesses but also the results of examinations from a wide range of perspectives such as a variety of international guidelines, SDGs, ESG evaluations, and the latest social trends. Further, we went through the process of identifying social issues, discussing and priorities setting at the management level, exchanging opinions both inside and outside the Company, and reporting to the Board of Directors. Then, we revised the “Materiality” as you see below.

Materiality (September,2023)

Priority Areas	Prioritized Issues	Major Initiatives Undertaken
Achieving good life management	Support household assets formation Offer inspiring experiences Improve financial literacy by offering general public opportunities for financial education	Organize variety of seminars and events Orque d’or Establish endowed and cooperative courses at Universities in Nagoya and Tokyo
Innovation	Respond to diversifying customer needs by deploying advanced financial services such as digital and other innovative technologies Solve social issues by supporting companies, including start-ups, that engage in innovation Deliver products and services that facilitate the realization of a sustainable society	CHEER Securities, Okane no Compass, STO Support startup businesses Drive forward ESG Fund
Partnerships	Support the regional economy and revitalize regional communities by expanding cooperation with regional financial institutions Respond to diverse customer needs by forming wide-ranging partnerships with those from the non-financial industry	Regional revitalization through stepped-up cooperation with dominant regional banks Digital gift certificate with premium as a security instrument
Well-being	Elevate the level of engagement Implement health management Develop a workplace environment in which diverse human resources can work with peace of mind in diverse environments (DE&I) Support employees’ special skill sharpening	Job-based personnel system Set up CHO/Health Management Council and support sports activity Encourage senior employees and female employees to take active roles in workplaces “Stop the Harassment” Pledge Increase MBA scholarship applicants and administer training dedicated to the respective employee segmentation concerning work experience, age, and other attributes
Green	Support the realization of a green and sustainable society through financial services Reduce the environmental damage, including our own decarbonization initiatives	SDGs Bond – underwriting and placement Utilize recyclable energy and replace company cars with fuel-efficient vehicles Switch to highly energy-efficient lighting and air conditioning