Alight, Inc. (NYSE: ALIT), a leading cloud-based and human capital technology services provider, has been named a Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion by Disability:IN. The leading nonprofit resource for business disability inclusion presented Alight with a top score of 100 in its 2024 Disability Equality Index.
"Receiving this inaugural designation from Disability:IN is a significant honor for Alight,” said Michael Rogers, Chief Human Resources Officer at Alight. “We are committed to creating a holistic, intentional environment that promotes an inclusive workplace culture that values every employee.”
The Disability Equality Index has become the leading independent, third-party resource for the annual benchmarking of corporate disability inclusion policies and programs, and is now trusted by more than 70% of the Fortune 100 and nearly half of the Fortune 500.
The index focuses on areas of culture, leadership, enterprise-wide access, employment practices, community engagement, supplier diversity and more.
Disability:IN’s scorecard noted the following highlights that contributed to Alight’s distinguished score:
- A demonstrated commitment toward ensuring that individuals with disabilities can access digital content in Alight Worklife®.
- The presence of internal or external experts who can resolve accessibility and compatibility issues for employees with disabilities to use internally facing digital products.
- An emergency preparedness policy or business continuity plan for employees that includes ways in which assistance for people with disabilities are addressed.
The scorecard also recognized Alight’s commitment to inclusivity as it relates to its new Chicago headquarters which was thoughtfully designed with employee accessibility in mind.
“Receiving a top score from Disability:IN is a testament to Alight’s dedication to championing our people and creating a strong sense of belonging,” said Xan Daniels, Vice President of Global Inclusion and Diversity at Alight. “Inclusivity is crucial in making everyone feel welcome and valued, reinforcing the idea that the right environment can empower individuals to thrive regardless of their disabilities.”
Alight’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) strategy is deeply rooted in the company’s core value of Championing People, striving to create a workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging. Alight’s commitment to empowering colleagues and their families with long-term, temporary or situational disabilities is demonstrated through initiatives like its colleague-led community (CLC), Able @ Alight, along with inclusivity and cultural awareness training, inclusive hiring practices and more.
Able @ Alight plays a pivotal role in bringing awareness to the unique needs of colleagues with disabilities. The community fosters a supportive environment where colleagues can share their experiences, advocate for necessary accommodations and promote a culture of understanding and empathy.
In addition to this recognition, Alight has also been named one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity in 2024 by Newsweek and Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® in 2024 by Great Place To Work® and Fortune magazine.
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
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