Covestro LLC, a Pittsburgh-based producer of high-performance polymers in North America, earned top scores in the 2024 Disability Equality Index with a maximum score of 100. This recognition by the American Association of People with Disabilities and Disability: IN marks Covestro’s second straight year as a top scorer and fourth consecutive designation as a Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion.
The index measures criteria related to disability equality, including culture and leadership, employment practices, community engagement, enterprise-wide access and supplier diversity. Covestro achieved maximum scores in each category, according to a news release.
In 2023, the company formed the Covestro Accessibility Resource Effort, or CARE, an employee resource group committed to raising awareness about disabilities — both visible and nonapparent — while also highlighting the unique abilities that people with disabilities possess. The team aims to foster an environment that supports employees who have a disability, identify as neurodiverse or who are a caregiver for someone with a disability or special needs.
“At Covestro, we are committed to ensuring all of our employees can work safely and productively, and that they are actively supported by the organization,” said Adrienne Woodard, head of diversity, equity and inclusion at Covestro. “The designation as a Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion demonstrates that we prioritize our workforce as our most valuable asset and strive to provide the tools and environment for everyone to thrive.”
Read our guide on building a diverse and inclusive work environment: Building a Diverse & Equitable Workplace: A Guide for Retailers.
