Henkel Earns Top Disability Inclusion Recognition in 2026
Event summary
- Henkel recognized as a 2026 World's Top Disability Inclusive Business based on its performance on the Disability Index®.
- The Disability Index® is developed by Disability:IN and is used by hundreds of leading companies globally.
- Henkel's Awareness of Visible and Invisible Disabilities (AVID) Employee Resource Group played a significant role in this recognition.
- Recent activities include expanded awareness of inclusive communication and accessibility learning sessions.
The big picture
Henkel's recognition underscores a growing trend among multinational corporations to embed disability inclusion into their core operations. This shift is not only about fostering a more inclusive workplace but also about driving innovation and building resilient organizations. The Disability Index®, trusted by over 70% of the Fortune 100, provides a data-driven framework for companies to assess and improve their performance in this critical area.
What we're watching
- Sustainability of Initiatives
- Whether Henkel can maintain and expand its disability inclusion programs amid potential resource constraints.
- Industry Benchmarking
- How other companies in the consumer goods and industrial manufacturing sectors will respond to Henkel's recognition, potentially driving broader industry standards.
- Impact on Talent Attraction
- The extent to which this recognition enhances Henkel's ability to attract and retain top talent, particularly among employees with disabilities.