“Diversity and inclusion are important considerations in every facet of business. From the composition of a workforce, to the types of products offered to clients, companies understand the value of embracing and integrating difference.

"If an organization is going to be a true ambassador of diversity and inclusion, however, then actions must be more than mandatory training exercises and corporate declarations. Instead, diversity and inclusion must be bold principles – woven within the core of an organization – that both guide business goals and allow employees to bring their whole-self to work and achieve their highest potential.

"I have embraced these principles throughout my life. As someone who has lived on four continents, I know firsthand the value that different perspectives and experiences bring to an organization and how an inclusive environment fosters true innovation. 

"At AXA Equitable, all of our people add to our ability to fulfill our commitment to the communities we serve. By offering people financial guidance catered to their specific needs, we help them protect themselves and their loved ones”.

- Mark Pearson, Chairman and CEO
AXA Equitable Life Insurance Company

“AXA Equitable’s commitment to diversity and inclusion is an important part of how we conduct business. We view these efforts as core components of our success – differentiating elements that provide our company a competitive advantage with key constituents that include employees, clients and the communities in which we operate.

"An engaged workforce of the best and brightest talent – complete with a diverse set of outlooks and experiences – is the best way to provide the sort of innovative solutions that support our customers. It is only when employees feel they have the opportunity to openly contribute their best ideas that true success is possible”. 

- Tracey Gray-Walker, Chief Diversity Officer
AXA Equitable Life Insurance Company

Our Differences Make the Difference...

At AXA Equitable, our employees are our greatest asset. Together we seek to grow a diverse and inclusive culture where our thoughts and ideas are valued, respected and appreciated.  Diversity at AXA Equitable means accepting, understanding, and valuing the many differences among individuals regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, disabilities, culture and sexual orientation or any other facet of diversity.   It means engaging every one of our employees and providing development opportunities that allow employees to maximize on their talents.  Our Employees help to drive this commitment through our Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Council and Employee Resource Groups.

Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Council (DIAC)

The DIAC comprises up to 15  individuals from a from a variety of business areas and locations. The DIAC supports and advises senior management in driving business excellence through diversity and inclusion. The group works collectively on inclusion-themed initiatives and meets regularly with AXA Equitable’s CEO and Executive Management Committee members.

Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)

ERGs are comprised of employees who share a common interest or dimension of diversity and are open to all employees.  ERGs work toward common business goals supporting AXA Equitable’s diversity and inclusion strategy. AXA Equitable sponsors the following ERGs:

AXA ABLE (Awareness of overcoming Barriers and creating a Lifestyle of Equality) AXA ABLE hopes to foster awareness of disabilities/special needs within the AXA Equitable community by developing a support platform for AXA Equitable employees who have disabilities/special needs, or who are caregivers to individuals with disabilities/special needs.
AXA B.L.A.C.C. (Building Leadership & Cultural Connections) AXA B.L.A.C.C. is committed to exploring the diverse experiences of individuals of African descent.  AXA B.L.A.C.C. seeks to create opportunities for colleagues, the company, and the community at large by fostering professional development, spreading cultural awareness and promoting financial literacy.
AXA CARES (Creating Awareness Recognition Encouragement Support of military veterans and their families) With pride and appreciation, AXA CARES raises awareness and provides support to our military employees, their families, and service men and women throughout the community.
AXA Pride (LGBT)  AXA Pride is composed of lesbian, gay, bi-sexual and trans-gender employees and allies. AXA Pride’s mission is to create and sustain an AXA Equitable presence in the LGBT community and to promote equality for all employees inclusively.
DPN (Developing Professionals Network)  DPN’s goals are to help grow careers by increasing awareness of career development opportunities; develop networks through engaging new and current employees and create a sense of community across AXA Equitable.
FR.EN.CH (Francophile ENgagement Challenge) FR.EN.CH. promotes and leverages the engagement of AXA Equitable's Francophile community to raise cross-cultural awareness and communication across a multilingual environment.
HERO (Hispanic Employee Resource Organization) HERO promotes Hispanic cultural awareness through education, empowerment and engagement in the AXA Equitable community.
PARC (Pan Asian Resource Council) PARC is a culturally diverse employee initiative committed to advancing a deeper understanding of Asian culture, enhancing employee engagement and professional development and pursuing external business opportunities in Asian American communities.
WOW (Women's Outreach at Work) WOW’s goals are to inspire, empower and support women in the pursuit of professional and personal development for career, home, and community.

Philanthropy

AXA Equitable, through its philanthropic arm the AXA Foundation, works to improve the quality of life in communities across the country where the company has a presence. Its signature program,  AXA Achievement^sm, awards over $1.3 million a year in scholarships, making AXA Equitable one of the nation's largest corporate providers of scholarships. More than 3,600 students have won AXA Achievement^sm Scholarships since the program launched in 2003.

In addition to our efforts around AXA Achievement^sm, the AXA Foundation funds nationally recognized organizations that meet the needs of various diverse populations. 

These include: 

• The Organization for Chinese Americans (OCA)
• The United Negro College Fund (UNCF)
• Hispanic Scholarship Fund (HSF)
• Sponsors for Educational Opportunity (SEO),
• St. John’s University School of Law – Ronald H. Brown Center for Civil Rights and Economic Development
• Dress for Success
• Young Women’s Leadership Foundation.

Learn more about AXA Foundation

Supplier Diversity

AXA Equitable has a formal supplier diversity program with established policies and procedures to ensure that diverse suppliers are represented in contracting and procurement opportunities.

We focus not only on the diversity of our suppliers, but also on the diversity of our suppliers’ workforce and supplier base.

Our supplier diversity program is aligned with the company’s core values and is committed to driving value for our diverse suppliers, our clients and our shared communities.  Our goals are to:

• Promote supplier diversity through education and networking;
• Facilitate diverse supplier development; and
• Participate in supplier diversity organizations.

Learn more about Supplier Diversity and how to register your company to become a potential supplier.

Outreach

AXA Equitable is an active member of the following organizations:

• National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC)
• The NY/NJ Minority Supplier Development Council (NY/NJ MSDC)
• The Women Presidents’ Educational Organization (WPEO)
• The Executive Leadership Council (ELC)
• Women’s Bond Club (WBC)
• United State Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (National Membership)
• Small Business Services Department of New York City (Corporate Sponsor)

In 2012, AXA Equitable was recognized by the Human Rights Campaign (HRC) with a score of 95 out of 100 on the Corporate Equality Index (CEI). The CEI provides an in-depth analysis and rating of large U.S. employers and their policies and practices pertinent to lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender employees. It is the premiere national benchmark for LGBT workplace inclusion. All consumer-oriented businesses are included in HRC's Buying for Workplace Equality Guide for 2013.
In 2012, AXA Equitable was recognized by Working Mother magazine as one of the 25 Best Companies for Multicultural Women.  Judged not only on their programs but also for their ability to hire, retain and advance multicultural women, the 2012 winners were recognized for their commitment to helping women of color build powerful networks, both personally and professionally.
In 2012, AXA Equitable received the Women Presidents' Educational Organization (WPEO) Corporate Leadership Award. WPEO is a regional affiliate of the Women's Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC), a leading organization for women-owned businesses. AXA Equitable was recognized for having the highest cumulative value of contracts with women-owned businesses.
In 2012, AXA Equitable was named as one of Equal Opportunity Magazine’s Top 50 Employers.  Readers of Equal Opportunity were asked to name the employers, both in the private and public sectors, for whom they would most like to work or that they believe would provide a positive working environment for members of minority groups.
In 2011, AXA Equitable placed on DiversityInc.’s Top 50 list for the first time. Over 500 companies submitted applications and were evaluated in four areas: CEO commitment, human capital, corporate and organizational communications, and supplier diversity.  In 2012, AXA Equitable was recognized by DiverstyInc’s editorial staff as one of DiversityInc’s 25 Noteworthy Companies.
In 2011 and 2012, AXA Equitable’s Diversity and Inclusion Advisory Council (DIAC) was recognized and honored as one of the Nation's Top 25 diversity councils and received the Diversity Council Honors Award. Applicants were evaluated in four categories: demonstrated council results, demonstrated management commitment, measurement and accountability, and communication and education.
In 2011, AXA Equitable was selected by Savoy as one of its Top 100 Companies to Work For. The magazine’s editorial staff conducted extensive research of Fortune 500, S&P 500, large non-profit companies, government agencies and the nation’s largest private companies.  Savoy surveyed former and current employees to determine whether the company had characteristics including:  Blacks in management and senior management positions, strong diversity outreach efforts, strong supplier diversity program, and support of national Black organizations.
In 2008, 2010 and 2011, AXA Equitable was recognized with Profiles in Diversity Journal’s Diversity Leaders Award. This award honors organizations with outstanding diversity communication practices.  In 2009, AXA Equitable was recognized with Profiles in Diversity Journal’s International Innovation in Diversity Award.  This award recognizes organizations that have developed innovative solutions offering measurable outcomes in workforce diversity and inclusion.

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