"We are honored to be named a 'Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion' for the fifth consecutive year," said
As part of its commitment to empowering people with disabilities, Quest launched the DiverseAbilities Employee Business Network (EBN) in 2016, an open-door network of over 350 members. The vision of the group is to create and foster an inclusive culture of knowledge and dynamic acceptance of the disability community and support the company's goal of becoming an Employer of Choice for the disability community. Earlier this year, the DiverseAbilities EBN launched the Cancer Awareness Connections sub-team to bring education and awareness that supports cancer patients, survivors, and caregivers. The DiverseAbilities EBN is one of 10 EBNs throughout Quest which are actively engaged in driving advocacy and influencing a culture of belonging.
"Quest is committed to building an inclusive culture that supports all employees," said Desyra Highsmith Holcomb, Director, Diversity & Inclusion at
The Disability Equality Index (DEI) is a comprehensive benchmarking tool that helps companies build a roadmap of measurable, tangible actions that they can take to achieve disability inclusion and equality. The DEI was created by the
This is the fifth consecutive year Quest has been recognized by the DEI, which is acknowledged as the most comprehensive benchmarking tool to measure disability workplace inclusion. The 2022 DEI measured: Culture & Leadership; Enterprise-Wide Access; Employment Practices (Benefits, Recruitment, Employment, Education, Retention & Advancement, Accommodations); Community Engagement; Supplier Diversity; Non-
"Disability inclusion is a rapidly expanding aspect of corporate culture, and it's gratifying to partner with 415 companies on the 2022 Disability Equality Index," said
Read more about Quest's award-winning culture on the company's ESG Resources page. Find the full 2022 Disability Equality Index® here.
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About the Disability Equality Index®
The Disability Equality Index (DEI) is a comprehensive benchmarking tool that helps companies build a roadmap of measurable, tangible actions that they can take to achieve disability inclusion and equality. Each company receives a score, on a scale of zero (0) to 100, with those earning 80 and above recognized as a "Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion." The DEI is a joint initiative of the
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Disability:IN is a global organization driving disability inclusion and equality in business. More than 400 corporations partner with Disability:IN to create long-term business and social impact through the world's most comprehensive disability inclusion benchmarking and reporting tool, the Disability Equality Index (DEI); best-in-class conferences and programs; expert counsel and engagement; and public policy leadership. Join us at disabilityin.org/AreYouIN #AreYouIN.
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