Diversity, Equity + Inclusion

Fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive community

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We’re building a community rooted in inclusion and belonging, continuously working to push our progress forward.

Our commitment to progress DE+I

At Danaher, we strive for a fully diverse, inclusive and equitable organization. While we know there is always more work to be done, we are proud of how far we’ve come. We amplify diverse perspectives and invest in an inclusive environment to better enable innovative breakthroughs, with continuous improvement moving us towards full representation at every level.

38%
of global associates are women - our 2025 goal is 40%
41%
of US associates are People of Color - our 2025 goal is 38%

Initiatives in action

Across Danaher, we’re taking action to advance DE+I. Below are a few initiatives that highlight the important work we’re doing.

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We are committed to building and sustaining a more diverse, equitable and inclusive organization where everyone feels respected, that they belong and have equal opportunity to realize their full potential.
Nicole Wormley
Vice President, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
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We make pay decisions based on merit and are publicly committed to advancing equity globally. In the U.S., we’ve achieved pay equity and maintained it since 2020. Globally, we analyze our pay fairness in detail across many of the countries in which we operate, striving to accurately represent our associates around the world. 

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To create a truly inclusive culture, we need leaders who cultivate opportunities for their teams to learn, engage and bring their authentic selves to work. As part of our annual review process, each People Leader is required to have a performance or development objective related to DE+I. This requirement ensures we’re holding leaders accountable and acknowledging the essential role they play in cultivating an environment that puts DE+I at the forefront.

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Meaningful change requires having difficult conversations, confronting biases, learning and leading with vulnerability and transparency. Our annual Day of Understanding is an opportunity for our global People Leaders to engage their teams in meaningful discussions, address potential bias in the workplace and cultivate a culture of inclusion and understanding. 

Our associates make us great

At Danaher, Associate Resource Groups (ARGs) play a key role in building on our culture of inclusion and belonging. Our associate-led groups ensure we promote a workplace that encourages diversity of background, thought and perspective. 

Each ARG has its own mission statement to unite and motivate its members. 

 

Asian Descent + Friends

To promote an environment where Asian Descent associates can fulfill their professional aspirations and be valued for who they are.

Black + Friends

To cultivate an environment in which Black associates can be, grow & lead.

Latinx + Friends

Uniting and elevating Danaher’s Latinx community by capitalizing on passions and realizing aspirations.

LGBTQ + Friends

To cultivate an accepting environment where our LGBTQ community can express their authentic selves.

Women + Friends

To establish an inclusive culture, in which women can connect and be themselves in a supportive space. 

Join our team

Join a culture that accepts you as you, where you feel welcome and have space to thrive.