When AS Watson became a signatory early this year of the Women’s Empowerment Principles, a global movement under the United Nations Women Entity for Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women, the global health and beauty retailer strengthened its commitment to promoting inclusivity and opportunities for women.

Watsons Philippines, in particular, has 80 percent of its workforce made up of women, according to its senior assistant vice president for marketing, public relations, and sustainability, Sharon Decapia. This is 10 percent higher than the global level, she pointed out during the “Move with PowHer” forum held last Monday at KMC One Ayala in Makati City.

“Majority of our customers are also female,” Decapia told Lifestyle at the event. “At least 60 percent, based on our club membership.” Thus, the mounting of “Move with PowHer” for the first time, she pointed out.