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Workplace Diversity

GroupUPS is one of the most diverse workforces of any company in the nation and is widely recognized for its commitment to diversity. UPS's workforce is multicultural, multidimensional, and reflective of the communities where we live and work. In 2006, Black Enterprise magazine named UPS to its "The 40 Best Companies for Diversity" list. In recognizing UPS, Black Enterprise cited the company's continued commitment to a multicultural environment indicative of its global reach.

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From the Community Internship Program to its partnership with the National Federation of the Blind, UPS is committed to fostering a workplace that values diversity and treats all employees with respect and dignity.

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Communicating Diversity Internally and Externally

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Company Policy Book

UPS has clear workplace policies and practices and maintains aggressive training programs to ensure all employees are treated with respect and dignity.

Company Policy Book

All employees receive training in UPS policies, which encourage an atmosphere of respect. These policies include:

  • Operating on a personal basis founded on teamwork and first-name relationships.
  • Promotion from within.
  • Practicing objective, careful hiring methods.
  • Encouraging and assisting employee development by communicating regularly with employees.
  • Providing training opportunities and recognizing accomplishments.
  • Compensating employees fairly and maintaining a safe work environment.
  • Shunning favoritism.
  • Respecting each employee's point of view.

 


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Professional Conduct and Anti-Harassment Policy

UPS encourages a positive work environment through its "Professional Conduct and Anti-Harassment Policy," which prohibits harassment based on race, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, age or religion. New employees receive a detailed orientation on the policy and regular refreshers throughout their UPS careers.

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Executive Speeches

In recent speeches, UPS senior executives have focused on the importance of diversity in the workplace.

Mike Eskew, Former Chairman and CEO

"When you align a diversity of people and experiences behind a solid vision...you can indeed move mountains."

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