2023 Moving to Equity Report - Report - Page 11
Let’s delve into why intentional
inclusion matters to our employees.
“As a member and leader of Prism, an employee resource
group for LGBTQ+ employees and their allies, modeling
Intentional Inclusion is essential to fulfilling our purpose
and our mission. Intentional Inclusion takes courage and
vulnerability as we embrace the diversity within our own
communities and openly welcome those who are learning
and growing along with us.”
Keith Harrison, Southern Power
“Intentional Inclusion is deliberately including underrepresented
groups and individuals into our company’s culture and
ensuring that their values, input, roles and perspectives
are heard, understood and appreciated. It’s making our
environment a place where individuals can thrive and achieve
success. That’s what the Asian Pacific American employee
resource group (ERG) is all about.”
Andrea Sieber, Georgia Power
“Intentional Inclusion to me, as a leader of VetNet ERG,
means actively creating an environment where the unique
experiences and perspectives of veterans are not only
recognized but are necessary to our decision-making process.”
Veterans Support Network
Deshaun Gadson, Southern Company Gas
Our Impact
Southern Company’s Thriving Employee-Led
Networks: Shaping a Diverse and Inclusive
Culture
Our 30 employee-led groups, councils and networks
continue to grow and enrich Southern Company’s
culture by organizing events, promoting awareness
during heritage months and providing valuable
mentoring and networking opportunities for
employees. They also actively engage in service and
volunteering initiatives within our communities.
These employee-led groups exemplify Southern
Company’s commitment to fostering diversity and
inclusion by creating a vibrant tapestry of voices
and perspectives within the organization.
Southern Company’s Workforce Thrives:
86% Report Feeling Respected
The 2023 biennial Voice of the Employee Survey
reflected a highly engaged workforce, with 76%
of employees participating. Results showed that
86% feel treated with respect and dignity at work,
regardless of their beliefs or identity.
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