BOISE, ID - Improving accessibility should be a topic everyone is discussing as we work to build a more inclusive world. Albertsons is working to be a leader in that conversation, and was recently recognized for its efforts. The retailer earned a 100 on the Disability Equality Index (DEI), securing the designation as a “Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion.”
“We are incredibly proud to share that Albertsons Companies earned a score of 100 on the DEI, especially on this historic day that the Americans with Disabilities Act was signed into law 33 years ago,” said Monique Lanaux, General Vice President and Chief Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging Officer. “As one of the largest retail employers in the country, we are honored by this recognition and pledge to put people first by caring for our associates’ well-being and investing in their personal and professional growth.”
According to a press release, this report is the world’s largest and most comprehensive benchmarking tool for the Fortune 1000 to measure disability workplace inclusion policies and practices. The 2023 DEI measured Culture and Leadership, Enterprise-Wide Access, Employment Practices, Community Engagement, Supplier Diversity, and Non-U.S. Operations.
Since 2012, Albertsons Companies Foundation has donated more than $60 million to nonprofit organizations focused on supporting people with disabilities. Support ranges from volunteer time, event participation, and in-kind products, along with generous donations from customers at the register. The company’s grocery banners offer more than 500 products and nearly 200 brands from certified disability-owned business enterprises.
“Businesses have the power to drive the global advancement of disability inclusion, and we’re thrilled to see more companies than ever leverage the Disability Equality Index to measure their progress. We recognize these top-scoring companies as a ‘Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion’ for their passion and efforts to lead the way in creating greater equity for people with disabilities in the workplace, marketplace, and supply chain,” said Jill Houghton, President and Chief Executive Officer of Disability:IN.
Albertsons also launched the diverseABILITY associate resource group last fall for associates with diverse abilities, their caretakers, and allies.
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