Blog Post 6: Diversity

Diversity

Diversity is very important in every aspect and it is also very important to me. If there was no diversity, everything would be the same and everyone would expect the same from everyone else. As long as we have diversity, we can learn from each other and learn to become better educated and build better personalities. Diversity is what changed the world, it brought us together. I know that having diversity in my career in the future will allow me to learn new skills that are not typically taught where I was taught. It will also give me the chance to meet new people and learn how they perceive themselves to me and how they perceive me. 

Diversity Statements from 5 Companies

Smithfield

Customers

Smithfield Foods is always seeking new markets for its products. We continually strive to reach out to a diverse customer base, and produce good food that will be enjoyed by families across the globe. Our new initiatives include product development, marketing and advertising with diverse media outlets, sponsorships and forming successful partnerships with key influences.

Johnson & Johnson

Our People & Diversity

People and values are our greatest assets. We know that every invention, every product, and every breakthrough we’ve brought to human health and well-being has been powered by people. Not ordinary people, though, but people whose personal values drive them to make a difference in the world. We believe the shared values embodied in Our Credo help us attract and keep the most talented values-driven people in the world.

Diversity is a central part of the cultures across the Johnson & Johnson Family of Companies. It’s a key to our people’s passion for improving the health and well-being of people the world over. Further, our commitment to diversity and inclusion is deeply rooted in the values instilled by Our Credo and is exemplified in a number of our companies’ programs and activities.

We recognize that differences in age, race, gender, nationality, sexual orientation, physical ability, thinking style and background bring richness to our work environments. Such differences help us connect better with the health needs of people in communities around the world.

We believe that attracting, developing and retaining a base of employees that reflects the diversity of our customers is essential to our success. We also believe success hinges on relationships with diverse professional and patient organizations, civic groups and suppliers.

Babcock & Wilcox Company

The Babcock & Wilcox Company supports diversity and is committed to the concept of Equal Employment Opportunity.

With that in mind, the company has established procedures to ensure that all personnel actions such as recruitment, compensation, career development, benefits, company-sponsored training and social recreational programs are administered without regard to race, color religion, gender, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or veteran status.

Spectrum Brands

The Executive Management of Spectrum Brands, Inc. is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action as set forth in Spectrum Brands’ policy.

It is the responsibility of all managers and supervisors to ensure that all personnel actions, including recruiting, employment, work assignments, advancement opportunities, promotions, training, compensation, benefits, leaves of absence, educational refunds, social and recreational programs, etc. are administered in accordance with Spectrum Brands’ Equal Employment Opportunity Policy and Affirmative Action Plans and without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, gender, disability, age, citizenship or veteran status.

In support of our policy, Spectrum Brands has developed affirmative action plans and procedures for minorities and women, for individuals with disabilities, and special disabled veterans and veterans of the Vietnam Era. The Equal Opportunity Officer for Spectrum Brands is Joseph Wickham, Vice President, Corporate HR. He is responsible for coordinating and monitoring the effectiveness of the Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Programs. These plans are available for review during normal business hours in local Human Resources departments.

A fundamental element of Spectrum Brands’ policy is to ensure that all employees work together in an atmosphere fostering mutual respect and promoting a harmonious, productive workplace free of harassment, intimidation or any form of discrimination based on race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, gender, disability, age, citizenship or veteran status. All employees are encouraged to bring any question or concern related to this matter to their immediate supervisor, local manager or Human Resources representative.

Any employee filing a complaint can expect Spectrum Brands to conduct a complete, confidential investigation and to be informed of the results. Spectrum Brands will not permit or tolerate any form of retaliation against an employee filing a complaint. If the investigation reveals reasonable evidence that Spectrum Brands’ equal employment opportunity Policy or Affirmative action Plans have been violated, appropriate action to eliminate future violations will be taken.

All Spectrum Brands employees are expected to support our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy and Affirmative Action Programs both to ensure legal compliance and to provide a work environment consistent with Spectrum Brands’ values.

American General Life and Accident

American General Life and Accident has a proud heritage of achievement. At AGLA, we have an abiding commitment to diversity and strive to appreciate the differences among us. By creating a climate that promotes understanding within diverse populations, we benefit not only as individuals, but also as a company.

At AGLA we seek to provide an environment that enables all employees to reach their full potential, and in doing so, maximize our business strategies. Our society is ever-changing. The demographics of the workplace, and those that we provide services to, continues to change rapidly. These changes can mean substantial benefits for our company. Inclusion of individuals from different backgrounds and beliefs brings unique perspective to the business challenges facing our enterprise. Greater diversity enhances our ability to innovate and maintain a competitive edge.

AGLA’s commitment to diversity recognizes the value of our differences. At the heart of our diversity strategy is a set of values and, as with other values and principles, these must consistently be at work in all that we do.

The AGLA community must examine ourselves and make decisions that will encourage inclusiveness in governance and address the needs of our internal and external constituencies. In doing so we can achieve great things.