Diversity and Inclusion
At ABB, we are committed to solving some of the biggest global challenges of our time. This is only possible through our exceptional people who work every day, towards this endeavor. A culture of diversity and inclusion is critical to our business success and makes us stronger. We strive for a culture where individual differences are not only welcomed but celebrated. Our Executive Committee are committed to fostering a working environment where everyone in ABB can come to work as their full selves. Our Diversity and Inclusion approach is part of our ABB Way and how we work, as well as aligned with our values of Care, Collaboration, Courage and Curiosity.
Diversity and inclusion is not only a moral imperative - it is a business advantage. When people bring different perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds, they fuel stronger performance, innovation, and more sustainable outcomes. That’s why we are committed to creating a safe, fair, and inclusive environment where everyone can come as they are.
Heidi Robertson, Group Head of Diversity and Inclusion
Three pillar model
Governance
Processes, policies, tools and best practices that enable an environment of diversity, inclusion and equal opportunities.Inclusive Leadership & Culture
Plans, actions and mechanisms to create both individual and collective ownership of D&I outcomes.Partnerships
Engagements within and outside ABB to create awareness, garner support and drive employer attractiveness.Dimensions
Gender
Celebrating gender inclusion
LGBTQ+
Inclusion of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and other LGBTQ+ identities.
Abilities
Inclusion of people with disabilities, chronic illnesses and neurodivergent conditions.
Generations
Inclusion for people of all ages.
Ethnicity
Inclusion of people from all nationalities, cultures and ethnic backgrounds.
Diversity of Thought
Inclusion of different ways of thinking, viewpoints, experiences, skill sets and personality traits. Diversity of thought extends across all dimensions.
Our initiatives
Commitments and recognitions
<p>Amongst more than 50 leading European companies, we signed the <b>#EmbraceDifference</b> pledge to create the right environment and conditions for all employees to reach their full potential. We were recognized in <b>Europe’s Diversity Leaders by Financial Times for 2026</b>.</p>Global people policy
<p>Our global people policy reflects our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive, feel valued and empowered to come as they are. Implementing this policy is a spans across both global and local levels.</p>Global programs and processes
<p>A review of our programs and benefits confirmed that all under scrutiny were inclusive for our employees covering paid parental leave, life insurance, retirement plans, disabilities and critical illness, and our employee assistance program.</p>Inclusive Hiring
<p>Our inclusive hiring approach is designed to shape a workforce that reflects the world we serve. We have global partnerships to reach underrepresented talent, embed inclusive practices into trainings and interviews, drive adoption of accessible tools and processes, and measure progress.</p>Employee Assistance Program
<p>In partnership with Workplace Options, we developed this global program supports our employees and their families through different stages of their private and professional lives. It offers resources for counselling, life coaching, family support, emotional support, coming out, transitioning and more.</p>Global development programs
<p>Our learning experiences are designed to turn inclusion into everyday practice. Our offerings help our employees recognize unconscious bias, engage in open conversations, and commit to small but powerful actions that build a culture where everyone feels they belong.</p>Self-paced learning
<p>We offer a diverse range of online learning tools and resources covering diversity and inclusion topics. They include online learning pathways, online courses, articles, toolkits, and other resources from partners.</p>Celebrating our leaders and colleagues
<p>Through our communications channels, we continuously showcase leaders, colleagues and teams who demonstrate outstanding contributions to fostering inclusion.</p>Connecting colleagues
<p>Our “Coffee Connect” initiative enables colleagues to be randomly paired with another colleague to connect and explore inclusion topics. Meetings can be in person or virtual, giving our people the chance to meet others they wouldn’t normally interact with.</p>Employee resource groups (ERG) and employee networks
<p>Our employee resource groups and employee networks are voluntary, employee-led groups that support inclusion and help create a workplace where everyone feels valued and a sense of belonging.</p>ABB is a global company committed to upholding our core values and our Code of Conduct everywhere where we operate. We strive to foster an inclusive culture while adhering to all applicable laws. Any statements, goals, policies, or practices outlined in this ABB global website only apply where legally permitted and to the extent that it does not conflict with any applicable local laws. In the event of a conflict, the relevant ABB entity will prioritize compliance with local laws over the policy.