We recognize that Aflac will need to adapt continuously in order to become and remain an industry leader in ESG." Through its Women's Empowerment Program, Aflac Japan surpassed its goal of reaching 30% of women in leadership positions (assistant manager or higher), one year ahead of schedule and raised the bar by setting a new target of 30% of manager or higher positions filled by women by the end of 2025, having already achieved a milestone of 20% by 2020. The new report also shows Aflac's commitment to gender pay equity and its 25-year devotion to children and families facing childhood cancer, including the latest updates on the award-winning My Special Aflac Duck® program, which provides comfort to children dealing with a diagnosis of and treatment for cancer.