Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Diversity,
Equity, and
Inclusion

Diverse talent and a culture of inclusiveness drive
innovation and growth.

We at Samsung Electronics want all colleagues to feel a sense of belonging
and to be able to realize their full potential and equally seize opportunities.

Policy and Status

Be Yourself,
We Build a Better Tomorrow

To shape a better tomorrow for our customers, partners and local communities,
Samsung Electronics ensure that all of our employees are given equal opportunities

Policy and Governance

Empowering
women at work Learn more
Supporting employees
with disabilities Learn more
Communicating
intergenerationally Learn more

Women at
Samsung

We are continuing our efforts to empower all our female employees as they demonstrate
outstanding competencies in various fields as next-generation leaders.

We are continuing our efforts to empower all our female employees as they demonstrate outstanding competencies in various fields as next-generation leaders.

Percentage of women by job function: 2013 - Product Development: 16.3% Sale and marketing: 30.5%, 2018 - Product Development: 17.7% Sale and marketing: 30.8%, 2023 - Product Development: 19.2% Sale and marketing 34%, Percentage of women in leadership: 2013 - Executive: 3.8% Manager: 11.8%, 2018 - Executive: 6.3% Manager: 14.2%, 2023 - Executive: 7.3% Manager 17.6%

Employee Resource Groups

Embracing Diversity, Building Communities Together

Employees voluntarily form Employee Resource Groups(ERGs) under the themes of women, persons with disabilities, inter-generation, race, veterans and more. ERGs serve as a platform for networking, mentoring, volunteer work and employee education.
Approximately 5,600 employees are operating 37 different types of ERG meetings in the U.S., Europe, Latin America and Southwest Asia.

ERG Objectives

Women

Our women ERGs strive to ensure equal opportunities
regardless of gender and empower women. They serve as an
important channel for communication and exchange and
support community outreach activities promoting gender
equality.
Persons with disabilities

Our PwD(Persons with Disabilities) ERGs support and advocate for employees with disabilities and accessibility needs; creating inclusive communities that support with learning and development, awareness and the promotion of accessibility improvements across the workplace. They also provide critical perspectives across our business landscape of products, services and user experience.
LGBTQ+

Our LGBTQ+ ERGs work to raise awareness, provide support,
and create an inclusive workplace for LGBTQ+ employees.
Inter-generation

Our inter-generation ERGs strive to attract young talent,
promote communication between different generations
and build a forward-looking corporate culture through
diverse networking and outreach programs.
Race

Our race ERGs facilitate connections among colleagues from diverse cultural backgrounds; promoting a more inclusive and equitable workplace culture by educating colleagues on racial diversity and celebrating cultural differences.
Working parents

Our working parents ERGs provide opportunities for working
parents to share their experiences and encourage one
another to lead successful professional and personal lives.
Veterans

Our veterans ERGs provide support for veterans and their
families through sponsorships and volunteer activities in
collaboration with government organizations for veterans
and local communities. They also seek ways to build a more
inclusive corporate culture by sharing issues concerning veterans.

Initiatives

Building an inclusive culture across regions

DEI Council Operations

In August 2023, DX Division at Samsung Electronics launched the DEI Council,
comprising executives from the People Team. The council, which is composed of the
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion subcommittees, addresses the company’s diversity status
and improvement goals and deliberates major issues related to DEI.
Stellar Forest

In March 2023, Samsung Electronics established Stellar Forest to create sustainable jobs for people with developmental disabilities. This subsidiary-type standard workplace, located in Yongin, South Korea, began business operations based on the know-how from Bear.Better., a company specializing in employment of persons with developmental disabilities. As of December 2023, we have employed 150 individuals with developmental disabilities to make cookies, madeleines, muffins, and other baked goods for Samsung Electronics employees. Moving forward, we plan to continue working with local organizations such as welfare centers, special needs schools, and the Korea Employment Agency for Persons with Disabilities(KEAD) to create suitable job opportunities for these individuals.
Target Gender Equality Participation

In 2023, our DEI Office joined the Target Gender Equality(TGE) program, hosted by the UN Global Compact Network Korea, to learn how to set goals and bolster female leadership.

TGE supports more than 1,500 companies in 50 countries to establish and attain gender equality through performance analysis, capacity-building workshops, and peer learning.
Samsung Family Supporters

Samsung Family Supporters is a voluntary advisory group on product accessibility and usability comprised of employees and their families with disabilities. In 2023, we launched the second generation of this initiative, seeking the group’s feedback on our accessible TV features such as Audio Subtitles, Sign Language Zoom, and Relumino Mode. The group’s input, gathered through a series of true or false questions, has shaped the accessibility direction for our home appliances. This group also actively participates in various campaigns aimed at improving disability awareness among employees.
Women’s Leadership Training
in
Southwest Asia Office

The 'SheLEADs' program, the first women's leadership development program
in SIEL-S(India), aims to identify and nurture female talent within Samsung,
building a talent pipeline suitable for future leadership positions.

We provide tools and support to enhance the capabilities of female employees,
striving to create a leadership environment characterized by diversity and inclusivity.
Sign Language Counseling Services for the Hard of Hearing

Since 2015, we have provided sign language consultation services for the hard of hearing, beginning in Türkiye. Since 2021, these services have expanded globally and are now operating in 57 countries. This expansion caters to users with hearing difficulties who previously could not access consultations or technical support when experiencing difficulties with our products.
Support for Women and Youth
in India and Spain

At the Samsung Innovation Campus, we support an array of programs aimed at nurturing the capabilities of diverse youth groups. We achieve this by providing equal educational opportunities and diversified learning formats. Our particular focus lies in promoting women’s participation in technology and assisting diverse leaders to realize their full potential.
Samsung Pioneers Initiative
in the UK

Samsung Pioneers is SEUK(United Kingdom)'s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion platform, designed to champion greater equality in the technology industry. The programme also advocates for lasting change in the company to create a culture of inclusivity and allyship.
Learn more

Recognition

Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion efforts have received recognitions around the globe

USA Corporate Equality Index
- Best Places to Work
(2022)
USA Best Place for Working Parents
(2023)
Canada Top Employer for Young People
(2023)
Thailand Plaque of honor for inclusive product design and services for the visually impaired people
(2023) Plaque of honor for inclusive product design and services for the visually impaired people
(2023)
India Meaningful Contribution in Managing Hybrid Workplace
(2021)
Mexico Best CX Contribution in Social Responsibility
(2023)
Korea Family-friendly Company
(2021)
Global World’s Best Employers
(2023)

Inclusiveness of Organizational Culture

The 2023 results* showed that 89% of our global employees viewed our programs and initiatives as being fairly operated
regardless of age, gender, race, or place of origin.

* 2022-2023 global employee survey results