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The 2020 CEI evaluated LGBTQ-related policies and practices, including non-discrimination policies, employee benefits, demonstrated organizational competency and accountability around LGBTQ diversity and inclusion, public commitment to LGBTQ equality, and responsible citizenship. A&F Co.’s efforts in satisfying all of the CEI’s criteria resulted in a 100 percent score, as well as the designation as a Best Place to Work for LGBTQ Equality.
“We are committed to embedding equality throughout our organization – including our culture, values, partnerships, policies and practices,” said
A&F Co.’s brands are proud to partner with like-minded organizations to support the LGTBQ+ community; since 2010,
“These companies know that protecting their LGBTQ employees and customers from discrimination is not just the right thing to do -- it is also the best business decision,” said
For more information on the 2020 Corporate Equality Index, or to download a free copy of the report, visit www.hrc.org/cei.
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A&F cautions that any forward-looking statements (as such term is defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995) contained herein or made by management or spokespeople of A&F involve risks and uncertainties and are subject to change based on various important factors, many of which may be beyond the Company’s control. Words such as “estimate,” “project,” “plan,” “believe,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “intend,” and similar expressions may identify forward-looking statements. Except as may be required by applicable law, we assume no obligation to publicly update or revise our forward-looking statements. The factors disclosed in “ITEM 1A. RISK FACTORS” of A&F’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended February 2, 2019, and in A&F's subsequently filed quarterly reports on Form 10-Q, in some cases have affected, and in the future could affect, the company’s financial performance and could cause actual results for fiscal 2019 and beyond to differ materially from those expressed or implied in any of the forward-looking statements included in this press release or otherwise made by management.
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The brands share a commitment to offering products of enduring quality and exceptional comfort that allow consumers around the world to express their own individuality and style. The Company operates more than 850 stores under these brands across North America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East, as well as the e-commerce sites www.abercrombie.com and www.hollisterco.com.
Investor Contact: | Media Contact: |
Pam Quintiliano | Ian Bailey |
Abercrombie & Fitch Co. | Abercrombie & Fitch Co. |
(614) 283-6751 | (614) 283-6192 |
Investor_Relations@anfcorp.com | Public_Relations@anfcorp.com |
Source: Abercrombie & Fitch Company