Inside Microsoft
Every day, we strive to create an inclusive environment that brings the power of diversity to life.
We’re accountable to our commitments
Our 2021 Diversity & Inclusion Report tracks our progress on our commitments to increase diversity and foster inclusion at Microsoft and in our communities. It also includes an update to our 2020 Racial Equity Initiative.
Our different experiences connect us
We engage and connect to communities inside and outside Microsoft through several opportunities in partnership with our nine Employee Resource Groups.
Blacks at Microsoft (BAM)
Founded in 1989, our first employee resource group, BAM, has led investment in programs like the BAM scholarships and Minority Student Day, an outreach event it hosts annually to educate students on careers in the tech industry. BAM also partners with community organizations across its 15 chapters.
GLEAM
The Global LGBTQIA+ Employees and Allies at Microsoft (GLEAM) employee resource group, provides support, advocacy, networking opportunities, external outreach to community non-profits, and promotes education within Microsoft. GLEAM also actively helps to attract, retain and develop LGBTQIA+ people and raises awareness about the LGBTQIA+ community to increase ally engagement.
Disability at Microsoft
Representing employees with conditions such as hearing loss, blindness, visual impairments, ADD, mobility disabilities, and dyslexia, the Microsoft Disability employee resource group drives internal visibility and collaborates with product teams to design, develop, and build accessible, inclusive products.
Military at Microsoft
Military at Microsoft advocates for current and former military members, spouses, and supporters worldwide. The group works closely with Microsoft Software & Systems Academy (MSSA) to provide transitioning service members and veterans with critical technology career skills.
Asians at Microsoft
Representing 17 ethnicity groups, the mission of the Asians employee resource group is to accelerate the advancement of Asian employees at Microsoft, increase the community’s influence, and build a network of camaraderie and support within the community and with allies.
Families at Microsoft
The Families employee resource group provides resources, shared experiences and information, and serves as a voice of support for our diverse families across Microsoft. Signature events include Bring Your Kids to Work Day and the annual MS Adoption Fair.
HOLA
The Hispanic/Latinx employee resource group (HOLA) serves as a resource for promoting products and services to Hispanic and Latinx communities and organizations worldwide. The group also helps inspire future Hispanic and Latinx employees and advance the careers of current ones.
Women at Microsoft
Women at Microsoft actively helps to attract, retain, and develop women around the world. Its programs focus on sparking girls’ interest in technology careers, supporting women-focused initiatives and organizations, and providing career and professional development resources for women once they are employees at Microsoft.
Indigenous community
As the ninth and newest employee resource group, Indigenous at Microsoft strives to honour, share and celebrate Indigenous cultures within and beyond Microsoft while shaping inclusive technology to empower future generations.
