Inclusion at 3M
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3M has offices in more than 70 countries, with more than 35,000 employees in the in US and close to 55,000 in the rest of the world. We are creating an inclusive environment where our people feel safe, respected and valued, and free to create and innovate.
In 3M, diversity is essential to innovation. We seek and value differences in people – in thinking, experience, ethnicity, age, gender, faith, personalities and styles. The different skills, experiences and abilities of our people are what drive our company forward and keep us relevant.
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People
We seek and value differences in people – in thinking, experience, ethnicity, age, gender, faith, personalities and styles. The different cultures, nationalities, backgrounds, insights, and physical and mental abilities of our people power our creativity and ideas. The different skills, experiences and abilities of our people are what drive our company forward and keep us relevant and reflective of our customers and markets. -
Culture
We strive for an inclusive environment where employees feel safe, engaged and free to create and innovate. Inclusivity is woven into our Leadership Behaviors. Our “I’m in” campaign, launched in 50 countries, is designed to strengthen and build upon our culture of inclusivity. We want everyone at 3M to feel valued and free to bring their authentic selves to work each day.
Programs and Events
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International Women’s Day
International Women’s Day was created by the United Nations General Assembly in 1977. 3M recognizes International Women’s Day with a global celebration. 3Mers are encouraged to wear red, recognize and honor the women who have inspired them, and much more. See how locations around the world celebrated International Women’s Day. View a global summary of how 3M celebrated International Women’s Day in more than 50 countries in 2015, including this video on the UK/Ireland celebration.
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World Day for Cultural Diversity
In 2002, the United Nations General Assembly declared May 21 to be the annual World Day for Cultural Diversity. In 2011, a grassroots campaign, “Do One Thing for Diversity and Inclusion” was launched celebrate World Day for Cultural Diversity encourages people around the world to take concrete action to support diversity. At 3M, we educate our people about World Day for Cultural Diversity and encourage them to participate. Here are a few resources and ideas:
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3M Global Inclusion Month
The key to unlocking our diverse potential is inclusion. Inclusion leads to engagement, engagement fosters creativity, creativity sparks innovation, and innovation manifests as growth. In September, events and activities at 3M to show how 3Mers can contribute to an inclusive environment.
