At DHL, we all come from different walks of life with individual experiences, perspectives and skills. Across all regions, we are working side by side united by our common values and beliefs. It is the diversity of our people that makes us so unique and successful.
As the most international company in the world, it is essential to create an inclusive workplace that offers the same great working environment and equal opportunities to everyone.
Under this year’s overall theme #YouAreIncluded DHL Express is proud to partner with Copenhagen 2021 WorldPride and EuroGames. This powerful, all-encompassing statement underlines that everybody is part of the society including all gender, ethnic and national origin, race, color, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation and identity or any other characteristics protected by law.
“We are proud to partner with Copenhagen WorldPride 2021. Reaching diversity, equity and inclusion is one of the major tasks in our modern society”, says John Pearson, CEO DHL Express. “Living diversity and promoting inclusion is an integral part of the Group’s DNA and unity with acceptance is a core strength of our network. Throughout our business, no one should have to hide because of sexual orientation or gender identity. We accept all employees as they are and we want the best working conditions for everyone, without exception. As a world leader, we see it as our responsibility to make a strong commitment to this and to continue to promote the topic within our society that’s why it is firmly anchored in our strategy.”
“As a truly global event, Copenhagen 2021 WorldPride and EuroGames is delighted to partner with an authentically global brand like DHL,” said Benjamin Hansen, Executive Managing Director of Copenhagen 2021. “While we provide activities for thousands of people in Copenhagen and Malmö, we’ll simultaneously deliver a digital program to a global audience with a potential reach of many millions.”
The progressive partnership with Copenhagen 2021 WorldPride and EuroGames allows us to further more reinforce our shared values of Diversity, Inclusion and Equity whilst helping us in creating a Great Place to Work for All.