Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

UniGroup is committed to delivering industry-leading transportation solutions with an eye toward social responsibility and sustainability. We understand our position as a leader in the transportation industry creates unique opportunities to make an impact. That’s why our sustainability plan is built on a holistic approach, dedicated to improving the environmental, social and governance capabilities needed to move our cooperative network forward. 

DE&I Committee and Inclusion Council  

DE&I Leadership Committee  

Senior UniGroup executives partner with members of the agency network to set diversity and inclusion priorities and goals on a regular basis. 

Inclusion Council    

UniGroup addresses diversity and inclusion through the policies and priorities we set and how we go about our work. A highly-engaged group of UniGroup employees meet monthly to identify new ways to foster an ongoing culture of inclusion. This team also advises leadership on tactical ways we can meet our goals, which fall in two categories: 

• Priority #1: Recruiting and Retaining a Diverse Workforce
• Priority #2: Building an Environment and Culture of Inclusion

Recruiting and Retaining a Diverse Workforce  

Based on hiring needs throughout the year, we partner with recruiting sources that prioritize diversity and inclusion in candidate searches. UniGroup tracks and regularly reviews demographic data for our applicants and staff. Teams at UniGroup are also identifying areas where more education is needed around best interviewing practices.

Building an Environment and a Culture of Inclusion  

A recent employee engagement survey showed 86% of UniGroup employees felt positively about the culture of inclusion at UniGroup. Highlights include June Pride Month events focused on awareness, education and history. The Inclusion Council often mans a table at UniGroup’s Fall Festival, providing interactive inclusion education opportunities for employees. Monthly newsletters showcase the wide variety of ethnic holidays, celebrations and days of observance.   

UniGroup Goals

Recent Initiatives: 

• Hosting network-wide, in-person training sessions offered to leaders at nearly 500 agents across the nation. 
• Engaging professional development speakers focused on creating inclusive workplaces at corporate-wide events 
• Creating and distributing the UniGroup Diversity and Inclusion Toolkit to all members of our cooperative network. 
• Providing quarterly virtual inclusivity training for all employees. 
• Hosting a Women’s Leadership Workshop for current and emerging leaders across the UniGroup network 
• Celebrating diversity through employee engagement events and culture corner articles in weekly newsletters