Pacifico Mexinol (“Mexinol”) proudly joins the global observance of the International Day Mexinol Stands Against Violence Toward Women, prevent, and address gender-based violence and harassment (GBVH) in every form it may take. This annual international day serves as a reminder of the scale and urgency of the issue. According to data from the United Nations, one in every three women worldwide will experience some form of gender-based violence in her lifetime. This stark reality underscores the pressing need for continuous and collective action across all sectors of society—including the private sector, which plays a crucial role in shaping safer and more equitable communities.
Mexinol and its parent company, Transition Industries, firmly believe that the private sector must be an active and responsible participant in driving social change. Companies have the ability not only to protect their own workforce through strong policies and training, but also to influence broader community norms through collaboration, education, and capacity-building. Guided by this philosophy, Mexinol continues to strengthen its internal systems while extending knowledge, awareness, and practical support to the communities where it operates.
In 2024, Mexinol took a significant step forward by launching its Gender-Based Violence Risk Management Plan. This comprehensive plan outlines the company’s commitments and provides clear guidance on how to prevent GBVH within the workplace. It also sets expectations for how the company will promote awareness and advocate for the elimination of GBVH in the surrounding communities of Ahome, Sinaloa, where Mexinol’s Net Zero methanol production facility will soon begin construction. Once completed, the plant is expected to become operational by 2029, marking a major investment not only in sustainable methanol production but also in long-term community partnership and well-being.
Collaboration has been central to Mexinol’s approach. The company has worked closely with the Ahome Women’s Secretariat, local NGOs, civil society organizations, and social service providers to develop training programs designed to improve the community’s ability to identify, prevent, and respond to GBVH. These joint efforts have resulted in more than 30 training sessions delivered to over 400 members of the local community. Through these sessions, participants have learned how to recognize the early warning signs of violence, where to seek support, how to intervene safely, and how to foster supportive networks for women, families, and vulnerable individuals. These programs have also helped strengthen local institutions and create safer environments where survivors feel heard, respected, and empowered.
Lucero Gastelum, Mexinol’s Head of Community and Gender, emphasizes that the company’s ambitions extend far beyond checking boxes or meeting regulatory obligations. According to Gastelum, the ultimate goal is nothing less than the eradication of gender-based violence. “To achieve this,” she explains, “we must learn to identify each of its manifestations, act decisively, and know where we can go for help. This is not a one-day task; it requires consistency and a daily commitment. Only in this way will we be able to build truly healthy, violence-free communities.” Her message reflects the company’s holistic approach: recognizing GBVH as a complex issue that requires education, prevention, immediate response mechanisms, and long-term cultural change.
Alongside community engagement, Mexinol has also strengthened a wide array of internal policies and procedures to ensure that its workplace is safe, inclusive, and aligned with international best practices. The company has adopted a gender-inclusive procurement policy, ensuring that procurement decisions consider gender impacts and encourage the inclusion of women-led businesses. All company plans and policies undergo gender expert due diligence to confirm that they reflect responsible, equitable, and rights-based approaches. Every worker—regardless of level or role—is required to complete mandatory training on GBVH, gender equality, and inclusion. The company also ensures that all personal protective equipment is designed and available in gender-appropriate forms, allowing women to work safely and comfortably in industrial environments.
Mexinol’s expectations extend to contractors and third parties as well. All partners are required to uphold contractual obligations related to gender-based violence prevention and follow a strict code of conduct. The company engages independent experts to conduct human rights evaluations, ensuring that its operations do not cause harm and that grievances can be addressed effectively. A zero-tolerance policy for GBVH is enforced across all company operations, reinforcing the message that violence, harassment, and discrimination have no place in Mexinol’s workplace or supply chain.
Karin Nunan, Transition Industries’ Global Director of Corporate Affairs, highlights that these efforts are rooted in deeply held company values. “At both Transition Industries and Mexinol, we are firmly guided by our ethics and policies, including our Gender Equality and Inclusion Policy, and we believe that everyone has the right to live and work free from discrimination, violence, and harassment. Mexinol’s ongoing GBVH training and awareness programs, forums, and partnerships throughout Ahome exemplify our commitment to gender equity as a universal human right.”
At the heart of Mexinol’s approach is the belief that meaningful progress must be responsible, inclusive, and sustainable. The company’s project was founded with a clear commitment: to respect every individual it interacts with; to care for and invest in the communities where it operates; to promote a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment; and to uphold a culture grounded in trust, transparency, and integrity. Through its continued efforts—both internally and in partnership with the community—Mexinol aims to contribute to a future where women and girls can live free from violence and where equality forms the foundation for shared progress.
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