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Workplace Inclusion and Belonging
Embracing diverse perspectives makes us stronger
Our diverse perspectives contribute to our strength at B. Braun. We recognize, respect and appreciate our unique identities as they support a work environment where we all can thrive. By promoting inclusivity, fairness and equal opportunities, we ensure that we reflect the broad range of patients and customers we serve.
Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
Our ERGs are open to all employees across the region. Each group works to raise awareness and provide resources and support for its members.
The LATIN ERG supports the recruitment and retention of LATIN employees, promotes cultural awareness, builds relationships with each other, shares ideas and assists in professional development and advancement. Our approach acknowledges and affirms the importance of intersectional and holistic development. We also provide and nurture a sense of community while helping the Company recognize our members' achievements and how they impact B. Braun’s business strategy.
The Asian ERG aims to elevate and empower our members in business decisions, recruiting, retention and workplace culture. Additionally, we advocate for an inclusive workplace that values, respects and supports our members to reach their full potential. As a diverse community, we affirm and celebrate the contributions of our unique cultures.
The People with Unique Abilities ERG advances awareness and inclusion and promotes a safe harbor for members and their allies to bring their whole selves, and be heard, understood and utilized at their full potential. We support the Company’s mission and business strategy through our collective voices to create a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace environment.
The Women’s ERG promotes personal and professional development and enables women to grow, thrive and achieve career goals. Our mission is to foster an inclusive environment that supports and encourages women to find their voices and be heard. Through networking and professional development, we help the organization attract and retain women at all levels.
Allyship SPARK is not an identity but a commitment by individuals to intentionally collaborate in the promotion of workplace diversity, equity and inclusion through supportive working relationships. We achieve this by empathic listening, learning, engaging and connecting our diverse workforce. As stewards of diversity, equity and inclusion, we take actions that support all the Company’s employees and enable them to bring their whole selves to work and contribute fully to the organization’s Transform our Future strategy.
The purpose of B.U.I.L.D is to be a strategic partner with B. Braun to promote a culture of diversity and inclusion through continual learning, employee development and growth. B.U.I.L.D will advance the understanding and inclusion of employees with a common background, set of interests and/or goals. The Vision, Purpose, Goals, Policies and Activities of B.U.I.L.D are fully aligned with those of B. Braun’s Vision, Purpose and Goals.
Veterans support our proud employee community and encourage each other through shared experiences, veteran recruitment, hiring, career development, community engagement, professional growth and retention. Bringing together our military backgrounds, we explore mobilizing our strengths to serve the Company better.
The Company’s Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer+ (LGBTQ+) ERG advances an inclusive workplace culture supporting LGBTQ+ employees. We champion the Company’s strategic direction by creating a more inclusive workplace through education, networking, advocacy and mentorship.
The purpose of the ASPIRE ERG is to create a space for new employees to B. Braun and early-career professionals to come together and build community together. ASPIRE will provide opportunities for networking and solidify our sense of belonging within the organization through creating a space for transparency and support.
Celebrating a culture of inclusion at B. Braun
Women's History Month
We are honored to share the stories of women across our company who have influenced and inspired others through their mentorship and leadership.
Black History Month
In recognition of Black History Month, we are honored to share individual messages from some of our B.U.I.L.D ERG members. These members speak to what the monthlong observance means to them.
National Coming Out Day
On National Coming Out Day, we are honored to elevate the personal stories of three B. PROUD ERG members. The members emphasize compassion, resilience and acceptance in their journeys.
Strength through Diversity: B. Braun Employees Share their Stories
Maria V. Butler, eDMS & Training System Specialist, Irvine, USA
Not every impairment is visible
Since I was 13 years old, I have suffered from depression and anxiety. I have the illness mainly under control, but I struggle with it every day. I have a very lively temperament - but then a mood swing overtakes me, and I suddenly become very quiet and withdrawn. I had problems with this in my previous job. My supervisor thought I was unfriendly and grumpy during these quiet periods and reprimanded me. I changed employers.
At B. Braun, everything was different from the start. I work at the Irvine manufacturing facility as a trainer for new employees. When I applied for the job, I stated that I had "unique abilities," which is a way of referring to disabilities here in the United States. I also confided in my supervisor and my team, and everyone was very considerate about it. I felt understood. Then one day this system was put to the test. I made a mistake at work and one of my coworkers was upset. She made it clear to me. However, when I am confronted with something loud, I automatically fall silent.
“If people seem withdrawn and apathetic, it doesn't necessarily mean they don't want to do their job. They could also be depressed.”
Maria V. Butler, eDMS & Training System Specialist, Irvine, USA
My supervisor noticed the situation, stepped in and explained to my colleague what was going on with me. She understood immediately, and we went for a walk and solved the problem. I am now going to talk about my illness at B. Braun's Global Diversity Week. I want to raise awareness that not all disabilities are visible at first glance. And that people who suffer from depression and sometimes seem apathetic still want to do and love their jobs. In my case, for example, I prefer to be around people, even when I'm feeling down. When I'm alone, I get overwhelmed. That's why I said in my application that working from home is not the right thing for me, I want to be with colleagues. My colleagues now know that - and I couldn't ask for a better place to work. Here at B. Braun, I am allowed to be myself.
Allison Hughes, Director, Health Systems Solutions Key Accounts, B. Braun Aesculap Division, USA
Diversity and healthcare equity
In my role as Co-Lead of the Employee Resurce Group (ERG) Black Unity in Leadership and Development (BUILD), I work to promote awareness and education around issues affecting the internal and external African American community. I note that the BUILD ERG is a group that has had a significant impact on sharing pertinent information with the general body and with other ERGs within the company. B. Braun has been supportive of our message and activities.
One issue that exists in the U.S. today is health care inequity. People with black or brown skin are more likely to be stuck multiple times when attempting to start an IV or when drawing blood as the veins in people with darker hued skin are not always as prominent as those with lighter skin. This can be painful and potentially dangerous to patients and is an example of how greater awareness of diversity can improve medical care.
B. Braun has developed a training program to raise awareness of this issue among prospective medical staff with our VeinViewer® product. This demonstrates a positive step and a commitment toward promoting diversity and equality in health care. By working together to promote awareness and education, we can create a more just and equitable world.
Inclusive Hiring
Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)
B. Braun is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applications without regard to race, color, ancestry, citizenship, ethnicity, creed, religion, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.
Commitment to hiring Veterans
We’re honored to employ veterans and grateful for their contributions to our company and our country. That’s why we actively recruit military personnel transitioning to the business world and why we value the experience and dedication veterans bring to the workplace.
Accommodations for Individuals with Disabilities
The B. Braun group of companies does not discriminate against qualified applicants with disabilities and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to the known disabilities of such individuals so as to ensure equal access to benefits and privileges of employment.
If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please send an e-mail to AccommodationRequest@bbraunusa.com.