Samsung is the South Korean mega-conglomerate that started life in 1938 selling noodles and fish (yes, really) before deciding gadgets were more profitable, and now they basically own the Android universe with Galaxy phones, TVs that cost more than a used car, and enough semiconductors to power your wildest dreams. They're the ultimate jack-of-all-trades chaebol, building everything from foldable phones that crease like bad origami to skyscrapers and ships, all while throwing shade at Apple with "innovation" like S-Pens and eight cameras because one rear shooter is for quitters.
On the woke front, Samsung is quietly sliding into the club with a full DEI office, employee resource groups (including a Pride one hiding in Texas because Korea might not approve), endless ESG reports about going carbon neutral while churning out plastic bricks, and that corporate favorite "belonging" push that makes sure everyone feels included right before they ask you to work overtime.
Samsung published an article linking Black Lives Matter and Pride movements through flag symbolism in 2020. The article discusses intersectionality of race, gender identity, and sexual orientation within the company.
Samsung has set a goal of net zero carbon emissions company-wide by 2050. The plan includes transition to renewable energy and reduction of direct greenhouse gas emissions.
Samsung Austin Semiconductor operates a Pride employee resource group that was launched in 2022. The group focuses on LGBTQIA+ employees and allies within the company.
Samsung maintains Belonging and Culture efforts focused on equal opportunities in teams. These efforts include initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Samsung operates Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion subcommittees. These subcommittees address the company's diversity status, improvement goals, and major DEI-related issues.