How does Kodak define diversity? Diversity at Eastman Kodak Company refers to the degree and depth of richness represented by the population of people supporting Kodak, along the dimensions of: - Civilizational orientation
- National identification
- Organizational factors
- Societal formation
- Individual identification
- Personality / Style*
*Dimensions adapted from Lee Gardenswartz and Anita Rowe, Diverse Teams at Work,(Homewood, IL;. Business One Irwin, 1994) How does Kodak define inclusion? Inclusion is the search for value and full, effective utilization of the richness of Kodak.s human capital. Human capital includes Kodak.s board of directors, customers, employees, and external business alliances. What makes diversity and inclusion important at Kodak? The basic premise is the greater variety and depth of differences, the more creative and innovative we are in creating products and services for a diverse world. How are leaders held accountable for diversity and inclusion at Kodak? The performance of Kodak's leaders with respect to diversity & inclusion is measured through ACT: Senior Leadership Accountability Tool. The few critical focus areas outlined in ACT are aligned with our business growth objectives. Leaders are evaluated based upon the annual commitments they make for each of our (3) Global Diversity & Inclusion Priorities: - Organizationally Inclusive Culture (Workplace & Marketplace)
- Knowledge and Skill Development for Global Inclusion
- Global Employee Demographics
Actual performance vs. ACT Commitments is monitored, evaluated, and tied to performance compensation. How do employees participate in diversity and inclusion initiatives at Kodak? Kodak sponsors eight employee networks, local diversity councils and employee advocates, which support a culture of inclusion and provide a pulse on cultural developments at the grass roots level. What makes Kodak a good place for diverse groups to work? Kodak's has been consistently recognized by many external organizations for its work in diversity and inclusion. For example: - Kodak was named to the Readers' Choice list of Diversity Careers in Engineering & IT for the past three years.
- For every year of its Corporate Equality Index, the Human Rights Campaign has given Kodak a perfect score for its policies that support gay , lesbian, bisexual and transgender (GLBT) employees.employees.
- Kodak is recognized by Profiles in Diversity Journal as a Diversity Leader company.
How does Kodak demonstrate its commitment to the diverse external community? Kodak has an active corporate contributions and volunteerism program designed to instill employee pride, respond to family and community needs, foster education and build public trust. Coupled with corporate contributions the volunteerism of Kodak employees in giving their time and talents improved the circumstances of families and individuals in all communities where Kodak has a presence. Examples include but are not limited to: supporting STEM education initiatives that reach educators and urban middle school students; support of United Way programs in communities where Kodak people live and work; providing keepsake photos of cancer survivors at Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure events; and providing in-kind product and/or equipment contributions to 501(c)(3) charitable organizations. What kinds of programs does Kodak have to accommodate diverse lifestyles? Kodak is recognized as a leader in policies and programs that provide employees and managers with resources and flexibility in meeting personal needs while contributing to the companies success. They include: - Employee Assistance Program
- Nursing Mothers Program
- On-site Fitness Centers
- Self-Care Centers
- Free flu shots for employees
- Child Care Resources/Referrals
- Adoption Assistance
- Flexible Benefits Program
- Domestic Partners Benefits
- Flexible work arrangements
How does Kodak assist its employee population with managing the conflicts inherent in its diversity? Kodak is committed to providing effective means for the internal resolution of workplace concerns and diminishing the need for external sources of support and problem solving. Kodak Alternative Resolutions for Employees (KARE) provides employees with a way to resolve most employment - related concerns. Some examples include disciplinary action, termination and performance assessments. Options to resolve concerns include Mediation, Consultation, Single Adjudication and Peer/Management Review. KARE provides a confidential place to be heard and an independent review of the concern. |