UNFI Earns Top Score in Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s 2022 Corporate Equality Index
UNFI’s work to foster a culture of inclusion earns a top score of 100 in annual assessment of LGBTQ+ workplace equality
“UNFI aims to be an inclusive place for all. National surveys indicate that nearly half of LGBTQ+ people are not out in the workplace, and one in 10 have faced discrimination at work. We understand the impact this could have on an associate’s psychological safety and ability to connect with their colleagues. We are proud to receive this recognition and are committed to continue learning and adapting to better serve our associates and customers,” said
UNFI is working to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace by fostering a culture of inclusion and empathy through open dialogue, effective associate training, and by honoring holidays and special events that speak to the company’s associates’ identities. In the past year, UNFI took a variety of steps to progress on this mission including:
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Launched the
UNFI Diversity Council ; - Rolled out belonging and innovation groups (BIGs); voluntary and social-led groups focused on common interest, backgrounds, and demographics with the core purpose of fostering a sense of belonging;
- Introduced Real Talk, a series of virtual discussions focusing on the intersection of diversity and inclusion with career, wellness and leadership development;
- Created UNFI Inclusion 101 which educates associates on the LGBTQ+ community, including gender identity and expression;
- Developed UCount, a way for associates to share more about themselves, including transgender and non-binary identities; and
- Designed new policies to include workplace gender transition and equal access to facilities
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The CEI rates companies on detailed criteria falling under four central pillars:
- Non-discrimination policies across business entities;
- Equitable benefits for LGBTQ+ workers and their families;
- Supporting an inclusive culture; and
- Corporate social responsibility.
The full report is available online at www.hrc.org/cei.
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