"For 50 years,
- People: To create an equitable, inclusive work environment where all our people feel at home and can thrive. Through targeted actions,
Bed Bath & Beyond will continue to support diversity, equity and inclusion, while providing best-in-class total rewards, expanding learning and development, and introducing innovative upskilling opportunities for our teams. - Community: To provide the safety and sense of home to our neighbors through a combination of national and local community action at scale.
- Planet: To significantly improve our environmental performance -- leading by example to build a better home for the next generation through targeted goals and initiatives that drive sustainability improvements throughout our value chain.
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The Company is taking several immediate steps to extend its positive impact for people, community and planet while establishing key milestones for the next decade and beyond.
People: Become a Top 10 Retail Employer by 2030 by creating an equitable, inclusive work environment where all our people feel at home and can thrive
In line with its goal of being a top 10 place to work in retail, the Company unveiled plans for an industry-leading paid parental leave policy and an investment in an associate relief fund to support associates during unexpected challenges. In addition,
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Planet: Lead by example to build a better home for the next generation by becoming Net Zero by 2040, and offering more access to sustainable products
Additionally,
To lead and deliver this ambitious strategy,
About the Company
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