foodpanda™ has introduced a dedicated mental health holiday, reaffirming its commitment to employee welfare. This initiative aligns with foodpanda’s mission to foster a holistic and healthy work-life balance for its workforce.
Prioritizing Mental Health in the Workplace
foodpanda’s dedication to employee well-being takes center stage by introducing a dedicated mental health holiday. This addition to its employee welfare shows the company’s commitment to nurturing the personal and professional aspects of its employees.
Employee Voices
Abdul Ghaffar, Lead – LEA at foodpanda, eloquently captures the essence of this innovative approach. He emphasizes that mental health holidays highlight foodpanda’s care for well-being, emphasizing the importance of self-care as a necessity, not a luxury.
Midhat Ayub: Midhat Ayub, Expert – Talent Development & Culture, underscores foodpanda’s holistic approach to employee well-being. The availability of mental health resources, an in-house gym, and an employee-friendly work environment significantly contribute to a healthy work-life balance.
CEO’s Perspective
Muntaqa Peracha, the CEO of foodpanda, reaffirms the company’s commitment to its employees’ overall well-being. He emphasizes that a healthy work-life balance is paramount. Creating an environment where employees can thrive professionally and personally is important for the company.
A History of Prioritizing Mental Health
Last year, the company launched a unique Health and wellness category in its app, offering 24/7 access to teleconsultation services from professionals, including doctors, dieticians, psychiatrists, and psychologists.
Supporting Employees
foodpanda extends its mental health focus to its employees, offering them free mental health services through Saaya Health and hosting regular therapy sessions.
The company promotes mental and physical health with weekly yoga sessions, a dedicated in-house gym, and an internal buy-and-sell Slack channel called “pandabay.”
Empowering Working Mothers
foodpanda is also dedicated to empowering working mothers and promoting gender diversity. The company offers four months of paid maternity leave, complemented by two additional months of flexible working arrangements.
Additionally, an in-house daycare facility in Karachi and a nanny allowance in other cities cater to the needs of working mothers.