Retailer achieves top score of 100 on
national Disability Equality Index
GRAND
RAPIDS, Mich., July 17,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Meijer was recognized today as a
Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion by the Disability
Equality Index (DEI) for the eighth year in a row, demonstrating
its ongoing commitment to championing a culture of dignity and
respect for its team members.
The DEI is a comprehensive benchmarking tool that helps
companies build a roadmap of measurable, tangible actions they can
take to achieve disability inclusion and equality. It is a joint
initiative of Disability:IN and the American Association of People
with Disabilities (AAPD) that measures key performance indicators
across organizational culture, leadership, accessibility,
employment, community engagement, support services, and supplier
inclusion. Now in its 10th year, the DEI helps businesses
positively impact the employment of people with disabilities,
create long-term value, and mitigate risks from new legislative
requirements.
"At Meijer, treating our team members with dignity and respect
is more than a statement – it's something we live out every day.
From our humble beginnings in Greenville,
Mich., to now celebrating our 90th anniversary with more
than 70,000 team members across the Midwest, this sentiment remains
a core part of our values and culture of belonging," said
Timothy Williams, Meijer Vice
President of Diversity & Inclusion. "We are especially proud of
our team member resource group, Meijer Disability Awareness and
Advocacy Group (mDAAG), which continues to contribute to our
success. We appreciate Disability:IN for not only this recognition,
but for their work to drive disability inclusion and equality in
the workplace."
The mission of mDAAG is to advance the company's commitment to
respecting and valuing diversity and inclusion by serving as a
resource and liaison on issues of disability inclusion and
equality.
"On the 10th anniversary of the Disability Equality Index, we're
extremely proud of the 542 national and international companies
that are taking a proactive role in leading progress towards
disability inclusion, setting a benchmark for others to follow,"
said Jill Houghton, President and
CEO of Disability:IN. "Their dedication to fostering inclusive
workplaces not only attracts top talent but also drives innovation
and creates sustainable performance in today's global market.
Together, we are creating a future where everyone can contribute
and thrive."
About Meijer: Meijer is a privately owned,
family-operated retailer that serves customers at more than 500
supercenters, grocery stores, neighborhood markets, and express
locations throughout the Midwest. As the pioneer of the one-stop
shopping concept, more than 70,000 Meijer team members work hard to
deliver a friendly, seamless in-store and online shopping
experience featuring an assortment of fresh foods, high-quality
apparel, household essentials, and health and wellness products and
services. Meijer is consistently recognized as a Great Place to
Work and annually donates at least 6 percent of its profit to
strengthen its communities. Additional information on the company
can be found by visiting newsroom.meijer.com.
About American Association of People with Disabilities
(AAPD): AAPD is a convener, connector, and catalyst for change,
increasing the political and economic power for people with
disabilities. As a national cross-disability rights organization
AAPD advocates for full civil rights for the 60+ million Americans
with disabilities. Learn more at www.aapd.com.
About Disability:IN®: Disability:IN is a global
organization driving disability inclusion and equality in business.
More than 500 corporations partner with Disability:IN to create
long-term business and social impact through the world's most
comprehensive disability inclusion benchmarking and reporting tool,
the Disability Equality Index; best-in-class conferences and
programs; expert counsel and engagement; and public policy
leadership. Join us at disabilityin.org/AreYouIN #AreYouIN.
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