{"id":27871,"date":"2024-04-15T22:36:39","date_gmt":"2024-04-15T12:36:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.vibewire.com.au\/?p=27871"},"modified":"2024-04-15T22:36:39","modified_gmt":"2024-04-15T12:36:39","slug":"amtrak-releases-its-fourth-annual-diversity-report","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.vibewire.com.au\/?p=27871","title":{"rendered":"Amtrak releases its fourth annual diversity report"},"content":{"rendered":"

Amtrak<\/a> released its 2023 Annual Diversity Report showcasing the company\u2019s representation data across all levels and departments through Fiscal Year (FY) 2023. The report measures progress against annual and long-term goals and outlines future initiatives for FY24.<\/p>\n

\u201cEach of us brings a different life experience. We are stronger when those voices are heard,\u201d said Amtrak Executive Vice President and Chief Human Resources Officer, Robert Grasty. \u201cAs we see results \u2014 in the diversity of our new hires, in our retention of employees and the growth of diverse representation in our workforce \u2013 we continue to evolve. While there is always work to be done, I\u2019m proud to be part of a team that\u2019s committed to moving the organisation and industry forward.\u201d<\/p>\n

The report highlights the company\u2019s efforts in people, workplace and the community. It also features the Amtrak Diversity in Action pledge that challenges everyone at Amtrak to take action by supporting inclusive environments, learn by taking unconscious bias training and engage with each other, resources and leaders. Highlights from the report show increases in:<\/p>\n

Diverse representation: Amtrak\u2019s total workforce of 22,658 people includes over 12,500 diverse employees
\nCandidate diversity: Progress in Amtrak\u2019s candidate-to-job offer pipeline has led to more offers and acceptance from diverse candidates
\nDiverse talent pipelines: Through a concentrated effort in the promotion and succession planning process, Amtrak exceeded goals with 55% of promotions that include diverse talent in FY23
\nEmployee participation in Employee Resource Groups (ERGs): Over 60% year-over-year membership growth in ERGs, which offer camaraderie, personal and professional development opportunities<\/p>\n

Rebuilding core infrastructure and fleets, enhancing station facilities, modernizing the customer experience, and delivering Amtrak service to millions of customers in new markets across this country is critical to America\u2019s future. These efforts can be enhanced by leaning into employees\u2019 diverse talents, skills and experiences.<\/p>\n

Amtrak has grown the team to more than 22,000 people as Amtrak continues to connect more people and places, in communities all across America. For more information about Amtrak\u2019s commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging, please visit amtrak.com\/diversity.<\/p>\n

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