Navigating the professional world as an Indigenous or Native American employee often comes with unique challenges. Studies show that about a third of Native American workers have experienced discrimination in the workplace when searching for a job, a promotion, or equal pay.
Imagine being able to share your cultural heritage at work without hesitation, participate in traditional practices, or access resources tailored to your community's needs. These aren't just dreams but realities at organizations that are working to change the narrative for Indigenous and Native American team members.
We’re highlighting 12+ companies that have made significant strides in supporting their Indigenous and Native American employees. From implementing cultural awareness programs to offering dedicated mentorship opportunities, these companies are committed to fostering environments where every team member can thrive.
Kinaxis
Kinaxis cultivates inclusivity for our Indigenous employees by actively engaging with community partners for guidance, empowering our Indigenous Allies group, and establishing meaningful partnerships. Our Indigenous Allies group creates a safe space for Indigenous employees and their allies, drives internal educational initiatives and engages in external events such as robotics workshops for Indigenous youth to support established goals from our partners.
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Collins Aerospace
Our company supports our Indigenous employees through the RTX RAIN or RTX Alliance of Indigenous Nations Employee Resource Group (ERG). RTX RAIN champions Indigenous causes and drives positive change for indigenous communities. Dedicated to preserving our history inspiring the next generation of 'Indigineers', RAIN helps employees build professional and personal connections and gain leadership experience at all levels of the company. As with all our ERGs, RTX RAIN is supported by an executive sponsor that is heavily engaged in the ERG activities and initiatives. Through this ERG, we have built a community for our Indigenous employees and allies through discussion forums, career development opportunities, local meet ups, volunteer projects, education and awareness events on Indigenous cultures and issues.
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Northrop Grumman
Northrop Grumman supports indigenous employees through encouraging community mentorship, engagement, and participation in our Native American Caucus (NAC) Employee Resource Group (ERG). NAC is committed to celebrating Native American culture, history and contributions to Northrop Grumman. The group’s mission is to support the advancement of Native American employees and engage all employees in opportunities for learning and development in an inclusive environment. NAC has 7 chapters and more than 1,000 members. Learn more - Employee Resource Groups at Northrop Grumman | Northrop Grumman
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At Reddit, we lead with inclusion at all levels of the organization, including our employee benefit programs. We take intentional steps to address gaps and remove barriers to provide equitable health for all employees, which is just one way we foster an inclusive and supportive culture.
During our Open Enrollment process, we work lockstep with our Family-Forming Provider to mitigate health inequities within our BIPOC employees specific to reproductive healthcare. Earlier this year, we introduced a flexible fertility card through our provider that helps remove roadblocks to accessing fertility care and makes coverage more accessible and affordable. Offering support for the upfront cost of fertility services eliminates that friction point and having to wait for reimbursement. We’re always looking for ways to expand our robust benefits offerings and continue to find ways to help achieve health equity and better outcomes within marginalized communities.
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Visa
At Visa, we believe in creating an inclusive culture that respects and values diversity. Our NATIVE Employee Resource Group (ERG) leads the way in fostering an inclusive environment for Indigenous and Native peoples. To embody our Visa Culture of Inclusion, diversity, and belonging, we collaborate with internal teams like Talent Acquisition to annually participate in the AISES Career Fair, one of the most significant congregations of indigenous talent in North America. We conduct a variety of programs and events throughout the year, such as book clubs, community engagement through our financial literacy program, and showcasing our indigenous culture and cuisine. Our ambition transcends the confines of Visa as we aim to reach out to Indigenous students, parents, teachers, and small business owners, providing practical financial tools and generating a positive influence on their lives.
Learn more about Visa.
Nestlé
Nestlé USA's newest employee resource group honors our indigenous employees in North America. Indigenous Network & Friends (INF) was established in 2021, and, as the name implies, aims to create a home for all Nestlé employees who identify as indigenous as well as their allies, family and friends. They strive to create an inclusive community that spreads awareness of the diverse and rich cultures within this eclectic group and ultimately to foster professional networking opportunities.
Learn more about Nestlé.
Pictured: INF visit to Seattle's Burke Museum to see Native Art
Shure
Shure is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where our differences are recognized as a source of strength. Our Cultural And Racial Equity Associate Resource Group (C.A.R.E. VIBE) partners with Corporate Communications and Global Learning and Development regularly to ensure that Associates have various opportunities to learn and celebrate one another throughout the year. In recognition of International Day of World’s Indigenous People, our teams have curated a pathway via our learning platform for Associates to learn the history of Indigenous People and Native Americans, how we can celebrate them, and what we can do to support their success in the workplace. Additionally, Associates are encouraged to share their own stories in meetings, via our intranet, or even via personal photos on our digital walls. We believe inclusion is a team sport --- let’s play!
Learn more about Shure.
SoftwareOne
SoftwareOne is committed to supporting Indigenous Peoples. Our U.S. headquarters in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, which opened in 2023, was constructed by Greenfire, a company wholly owned by the Potawatomi Business Development Corporation. This indigenous entity aims to generate wealth and enhance the quality of life for the Potawatomi Tribe. Similarly, throughout the year, we patronize small businesses owned by indigenous and various other historically marginalized groups. Our goal of accomplishing Net Zero emissions from direct and indirect sources by 2030, and our contribution of over 3,000 trees to reforestation help address the vulnerability that climate change poses to Indigenous Peoples. On World’s Indigenous Peoples Day, and every day, SoftwareOne honors and celebrates Indigenous Peoples worldwide.
Learn more about SoftwareOne.
Expedia Group
Our Indigenous Diversity, Expedians and Allies (IDEA) Inclusion Business Group was established to build a strong and safe space for Indigenous communities and allies who support them.
Their goals focus on:
- Awareness: Facilitate and launch education around Indigenous identities, cultures, and allyship.
- Development: Provide mentorship and sponsorship of professional development in partnership with Indigenous communities such as the AISES conference.
- Inclusion: Learn and partner with Expedians to cultivate an inclusive and safe workplace.
- Traveling Consciously: Develop programs that enable our employees and our travelers to be mindful of the world and the people we encounter during our travels.
Learn more about Expedia Group.
RS Americas
At RS, we bring together members and allies of our ethnically diverse communities through embRACE, our employee resource group (ERG). Meeting monthly to support and celebrate each other, EmbRACE allows employees to have open conversations, foster greater awareness of racial equality and diversity by celebrating heritage months that represent our people and their cultures, and affect positive change and inclusivity for all in our workplace.
Learn more about RS Americas.
Autodesk
Our Autodesk Indigenous Network (AIN) employee resource group (ERG) gives a voice to Indigenous Autodesk employees, creating awareness and sharing the Indigenous experience with others. The ERG works to create a community where Indigenous employees can share their common experiences and express their distinctness, access professional development opportunities and support, build alliances and ties to Indigenous cultures and lands, and partner with our Diversity & Belonging and Talent Acquisition teams to build partnerships with local communities. Each November, we shine a spotlight on AIN members through our @AutodeskLife social channels and the Autodesk Life blog. Here, you can discover Autodesk careers.
Learn more about Autodesk.
Supporting Indigenous and Aboriginal communities
The Google Aboriginal & Indigenous Network (GAIN) is one of our 16+ Employee Resource Groups. GAIN is dedicated to bringing the influence of Aboriginal and Indigenous Peoples to Google employees and Google users through product inclusion, social responsibility initiatives, and internal efforts related to hiring and retention. GAIN also builds relationships between Google teams and external Aboriginal & Indigenous-led nonprofits and organizations.
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T. Rowe Price
At T. Rowe Price, our associate-led resource groups play a vital role in helping to maintain and evolve our culture. These are inclusive communities for those with diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds, diverse abilities, members of the LGBTQ+ community, women, and veterans. Specifically, MOSAIC @ T. Rowe Price and its Indigenous Peoples Heritage Group help enable and use the power of our culturally diverse associates to help our firm succeed and further our DEI strategy.
Learn more about T. Rowe Price.
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