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Global Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Ford is committed to supporting an equitable and inclusive workplace.

Our Global DEI Vision

We respect the different cultures and beliefs of our team members, customers, and the communities we serve.

Our journey is ongoing and our commitment unwavering as we nurture an equitable workplace where each person is valued, empowered to do their best work, and inspired to move freely and pursue their dreams.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Ford is committed to supporting and sustaining a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. As we move forward, our intention is to harness the power of our talented team to help fuel our transformation and further empower Ford to better serve the diverse customers and communities where we live and work.

As the company transforms, so have our plans to advance global DEI. We are focused on the long-term cross-functional work required to put the resources and systems in place to equitably support each employee’s career journey, and to grow and sustain an inclusive, global workplace.

Programming & Celebrations Gallery

Ford Black History Month event with group of employees sitting in auditorium smiling at the presentation

Four members of the Supplier Diversity Team smiling around a white Ford Bronco

A crowd of Ford employees gathered around a Pride flag outside of Ford World Headquarters

Three women sitting around a table smiling at each other during International Women's Day

Employees sitting in chairs in an auditorium listening to a speaker during Veterans Day Celebration

Two men of different faiths shaking hands at Ford's International Day of Prayer event

28 smiling Ford employees of different faiths, standing on risers in front of a National Day of Prayer sign

Dozens of Women of Ford members gathered on large staircase smiling

Employee Resource Groups

Employee Resource Groups are voluntary, employee-led global organizations that operate as part of the Global DEI Office. ERGs connect individuals, and allies, who share common affinities, interests, and experiences and serve as a place for employee learning, collaboration, and development.

Supplier Diversity & Inclusion

Ford’s commitment to engaging minority businesses dates back to 1968 when it initiated an inner-city supplier development program. In 1978, the company officially began its Minority Business Development Program, and the effort has continued to evolve throughout the years.

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Dealerships

Ford customers are very diverse; they represent different backgrounds, cultures, perspectives, and needs. To better serve our diverse customer base and to ensure equal opportunity and inclusion, we remain committed to evolving our network by making dealer diversity a top priority.

In 2023, we added 23 new ethnic minority dealers in the U.S., and we have dedicated candidate identification coordinators to cultivate and maintain a robust pipeline. We also maintain strong relationships with minority dealer associations.

Our efforts also include offering Ford dealerships resources to support their own DEI efforts. We encourage Ford dealers to participate in the Ford Guest Experience Immersion. FGE includes learning opportunities to help dealers better connect with customers, build cultural competency, and to integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion concepts into their workplace.

As we move forward, Ford remains committed to operating in ways that best serve the diverse customers and communities where we live and work.