Diversity and inclusion
What is Diversity
Diversity in the workplace refers to employing people from diverse backgrounds that reflect the communities in which we operate. Diversity incorporates all the elements that make an individual unique, whether these elements are visible or not.
What is Inclusion?
Inclusion means creating a work environment that involves and empowers people so that they are recognized, treated fairly and respectfully, and have equal access to opportunities and resources.
What are the Four Pillars of Action?
In 2019, to better focus our efforts, we formalized our Diversity & Inclusion strategy and hired a manager to oversee talent and diversity management. We also held awareness campaigns for managers, including webinars on unconscious bias, and integrated diversity and inclusion content into our leadership training modules.
We are committed to providing a barrier-free and bias-free workplace. An environment that values the independence and dignity of all employees, clients and stakeholders. Our Code of Ethics is our framework for building a global foundation of practices and policies that respect and encourage individual and group differences. It is a key element of our company’s success and sustainability.
We are building a work environment that reflects our vision of D&I, respected and accepted through the four pillars of action.
We recognize and promote diversity and inclusion initiatives internally and externally. We establish controls for all executives.
We attract, hire and onboard a diverse workforce of individuals of varying gender, race, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation and other attributes.
Through welcoming and guiding individuals, we cultivate a strong sense of belonging, enabling each person to leverage their distinctiveness and strengths towards our organizational goals. We continually adjust our policies and practices to eliminate systemic obstacles to achieving the diversity and inclusivity we strive for.
We ensure equal rights to career advancement and opportunity to grow within our diverse workforce. We provide support and development opportunities for all employees in order to support their career plan.
Our D&I ambassador
As a company deeply committed to the flourishing of our global workforce, we are revitalizing our efforts to foster a truly diverse and inclusive environment. How do we plan to achieve this goal? In short, by establishing a network of ambassadors who are dedicated to championing diversity and inclusion. Each ambassador has undergone comprehensive training on unconscious bias and inclusive behaviours, arming them with the tools and knowledge necessary to serve as effective advocates for diversity and inclusion at Bombardier.
As part of their role, D&I Ambassadors:
- Serve as a point of contact and resource for fellow employees regarding diversity and inclusion initiatives.
- Motivate and sway others to emulate their example by embracing behaviours and mindsets aligned with our vision and mission for diversity and inclusion.
- Engage in collaborative working groups to explore innovative strategies aimed at advancing the company’s diversity and inclusion objectives.
