The Fast Retailing Foundation contributes to the Asian University for Women in Bangladesh, with the aim of promoting female leadership in Asia and supporting the advancement of female leaders on the world stage. Through this initiative, many motivated women obtain an opportunity to study at university, irrespective of their financial status or cultural background. Since 2013, the Fast Retailing Foundation has supported more than 200 women with $2.95 million in scholarships and $5 million in support for the construction of new school buildings.

Supporting people in crisis

No. of beneficiaries in this area (FY 2021) : 4,608,058

UNIQLO has provided support to many people facing difficult situations due to COVID-19. In Malaysia, we collaborated with an NGO, The Lost Food Project, to provide approximately 500,000 meals to socially vulnerable people. In Russia, UNIQLO worked with local charitable organizations to support people in need, donating its HEATTECH clothing to homeless people, as well as to elderly people who became isolated because of COVID-19.

Emergency and disaster support

No. of beneficiaries in this area (FY 2021) : 2,091,314 (Including COVID-19 related support)

In February 2021, UNIQLO donated approximately 25,000 clothing items to people hit by a wave of low temperatures in Austin, Texas. We delivered a LifeWear package created in response to conditions at the time of the disaster. Each package contained items of clothing that were easy to carry and useful for controlling body temperatures.

Promoting culture and the arts

No. of beneficiaries in this area (FY 2021) : 236,566

UNIQLO is widening the horizons of our contribution to the arts around the world. Beginning with the Museum of Modern Art of New York, our folio of global art partnerships has grown to include other major institutions around the world, such as London’s Tate Modern and the Louvre Museum in Paris. Through such partnerships, we sponsor free admission programs, guided tours, and collaboration products, aiming to make art more accessible and enjoyable for all.

Local environment conservation initiatives

No. of beneficiaries in this area (FY 2021) : 405,500

In Europe and North America, UNIQLO participated in the garbage collection activities of World Cleanup Day, a global event. In France, World Cleanup Day presented an opportunity for employees to think about the issues of homeless people while cleaning the city together with homelessness support groups. In Korea (UNIQLO) and Taiwan (UNIQLO and GU), we participated in beach cleaning activities.

Diversity & inclusion initiatives

No. of beneficiaries in this area (FY 2021) : 16,125

Since 2017, Theory has been conducting Be Heard, its program to empower women. Through Be Heard, Theory invites female entrepreneurs and innovators to talk about social issues and diversity topics and share inspirational stories about their careers. To date, 19 panelists have presented to a total of over 17,000 participants.