VFS Global, leader in providing tech-services for governments and diplomatic missions, has earned a place among the world’s highest performing organisations in sustainability, with the prestigious EcoVadis Platinum Medal, an achievement driven significantly by the leadership of Shireen Mistree, Head of Sustainability at the company. The organisation secured an impressive 88-point score, placing it within the top one per cent of companies assessed globally by the respected sustainability ratings platform.

The Platinum rating recognises excellence across Environment, Ethics, Labour and Human Rights and Sustainable Procurement. These benchmarks have become increasingly demanding worldwide, making VFS Global’s high score a strong reflection of its sustained focus on responsible governance and transparent environmental practices.

Central to this success is Shireen Mistree’s strategic approach, which has helped embed sustainability into everyday decision-making across the organisation’s global operations. She emphasises that the accolade reflects the collective mindset shaped by VFS Global’s people-first philosophy. According to her, ethics, respect for human rights and a culture of continuous learning form the backbone of the company’s sustainability framework and guide its teams worldwide.

Under Shireen’s stewardship, VFS Global has strengthened its environmental governance, accountability systems and supply chain practices. These initiatives are detailed in the company’s annual Integrated Report, which outlines long-term commitments to carbon-conscious operations and ethical procurement across multiple geographies.

The EcoVadis Platinum Medal stands as a significant global recognition for VFS Global and a testament to Shireen Mistree’s leadership in shaping a sustainability-driven culture. Her work highlights how purposeful strategy can position an organisation as a responsible global stakeholder while creating meaningful impact for employees, communities and partners worldwide.