Be You. Be Bayer.
Diversity and Inclusion at Bayer
At Bayer, we are committed to creating an environment with equal opportunities and inclusion for everyone. That‘s foundational to our mission Health for all, Hunger for none, governs how we operate as a company and makes us stronger and more innovative. We believe the key to breakthrough innovation is bringing together unique perspectives which is why we’re committed to fostering a culture that embraces the unique experiences, backgrounds, abilities and perspectives of our team.
Recognized as a Top Workplace
We are proud to be recognized for our efforts toward creating a people-focused culture which includes awards by the following organizations:
Since 2018, Bayer has earned a score of 100 on the Human Rights Campaign (HRC) Corporate Equality Index (CEI). HRC strives to increase understanding, visibility and support for the LGBTQ+ community in all aspects of their identities.
Bayer has been awarded by The Disability Equality Index (DEI) as a “Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion” since 2019. Additionally, since 2021, Bayer has received a top score of 100% in the DEI, which is the most comprehensive disability inclusion tool designed and embraced by both business leaders and disability advocates across the country.
Since 2022 (for the fourth consecutive year), Bayer has been designated as a Military Friendly Employer®, a resource that tens of thousands of veterans transitioning out of the military turn to as they seek employment. Military Friendly® is the standard that measures an organization’s commitment, effort, and success in creating sustainable and meaningful benefits for the military community
Around the world, we are working to foster a people-focused and inclusive culture with team members fully engaged in our mission.
Our Partners
In the U.S., Bayer partners with leading organizations to ensure broad outreach to talent such as MANRRS, Out and Equal, oStem, Catalyst, Society of Women Engineers, Healthcare Businesswomen Association and LAGRANT Foundation, and supports universities including University of Missouri, Penn State and Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) such as Howard University and Tennessee State University, so that all talent have equal access to opportunities.
For several years, Bayer has brought important conversations around health equity to life at the Congressional Black Caucus and the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institutes leadership conferences in Washington, D.C. Bayer hosted health screening events, fireside chats and panel discussions on topics including advancing equity in food and agriculture policy, the prevalence of kidney disease and the impacts of allergies, while discussing how to increase access to self-care medications and healthcare among all Americans.
Bayer supports youth in rural and urban communities with the resources, experience, and education they need to pursue careers in agriculture. We’re proud to work with time-honored organizations like 4-H and the National FFA Organization and participate in forums and grants to open new doors for youth.
Bayer and FFA work to support agricultural communities by providing grants, educational programs and real-world experiences to youth in agriculture. Our partnership with 4-H equips future generations to support farming through community building projects for youth in agriculture and hands-on opportunities to learn and innovate. Read more here:
As a philanthropic arm of Bayer in the U.S., Bayer Fund has a deep rooted commitment to improving people’s lives in the communities in which we live and work. We do this by developing programs and making strategic investments in qualified non-profit organizations tackling big – or local – challenges. Bayer fund focuses on:
- Food & Nutrition — From supplying food directly, to providing education and resources that help improve nutrition, reduce obesity and support families.
- Health & Wellness — We support charitable organizations offering services and programs designed to support patients and their families in the fight against cancer and cardiovascular disease
Explore Business Resource Groups
We strive to cultivate an inclusive workplace where everyone can be their best selves every day and thrive. Bayer’s nine Business Resource Groups (BRGs) in the U.S. are voluntary, company-sponsored groups of employees who work together to promote cultural awareness and provide a multidimensional lens that helps us better engage with our customers and the communities we serve. BRGs are open to all employees and encourage participation regardless of background. They provide a multitude of perspectives, awareness and education, offer professional career development, networking and mentoring and help with the attraction, recruitment and retention of all talent. Bayer’s nine U.S. BRGs are:
BASIA (Bayer Asian Society Inclusion Alliance): Fostering an environment for Asians to thrive and grow, while providing Asian perspectives to the business, supporting employee development and celebrating culture.
BayAfro (a BRG for employees of Black or African descent and allies): Enabling an environment that attracts, retains, and develops employees of Black or African descent, while enhancing the value of our company with customers, business partners and communities.
BLEND (a BRG for LGBTQ+ and allies): Creating a better work environment for LGBTQ+ employees as a strategic partner in inclusivity, advancement, and authentic representation.
BRAVE (a BRG for military members and veterans): Providing resources to veteran employees, families and friends and ensuring Bayer is an attractive career destination during and after military service.
ENABLE (a BRG for people with apparent & non-apparent disabilities, the neurodivergent community and allies): Supporting and advocating for people and their family members with apparent & non-apparent disabilities and the neurodivergent community. Promoting the enhancement of accessibility in all areas of our business.
Family Connections (a BRG to support all types of families): A BRG that enhances the company’s efforts to ensure contributions at work are balanced with the employee’s fulfillment of personal needs and family responsibilities.
GROW (a BRG that advocates for women's advancement): Helping women have equitable presence, leadership impact and recognition at all levels and championing women's growth and achievement, and fueling Bayer's competitive advantage through an accountable and inclusive culture.
MERGE (a BRG for multigenerational employee exchange): Enhancing a multigenerational voice and community that enables networking, leadership, and development – helping meet the needs of any generation.
Unidos (a BRG for LatinX employees and allies): Our mission is to unlock Latinx potential through our voice, our talent, and our values. We work together to achieve this goal by providing opportunities for professional development, networking, and community service.
