DEI And CSR at Booking.com

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) at Booking.com

Environmental Sustainability

• Booking Cares: The company’s flagship CSR initiative, focusing on environmental conservation and sustainable tourism.

• Carbon Footprint Reduction: Implementing measures to reduce carbon emissions across operations.

• Sustainable Travel Program: Encouraging and supporting sustainable travel options for customers.

• Eco-friendly Accommodations: Promoting properties that implement sustainable practices.

Community Engagement

• Booking Booster Program: A three-week accelerator program for startups in sustainable tourism, providing grants and mentoring.

• Volunteering Programs: Employees are encouraged to volunteer in local community projects.

• Support for Local Communities: Initiatives to support local economies and communities impacted by tourism.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) at Booking.com

Inclusive Workplace

• Employee Resource Groups (ERGs): Supporting various underrepresented groups within the company.

• Inclusive Hiring Practices: Efforts to diversify recruitment processes and reduce bias.

• Training Programs: Offering training on unconscious bias, inclusive leadership, and cultural competency.

• Mentorship and Sponsorship Programs: Supporting career development for employees from underrepresented groups.

Representation Goals

• Leadership Diversity: Initiatives to increase representation of women and underrepresented minorities in leadership roles.

• Gender Parity: Programs aimed at achieving gender balance across all levels of the organization.

Projects and Collaborations

Environmental and Sustainability Projects

1. Booking Booster Program:

   • Collaborations: Partnerships with sustainable tourism startups, providing grants and mentorship to foster innovation in sustainable travel.

   • Notable Projects:

     • Sustainable Travel Goals: Initiatives to develop sustainable travel solutions.

     • Plastic-Free Travel: Projects aimed at reducing single-use plastics in tourism.

2. Booking Cares Labs:

   • Collaborations: Working with local governments, NGOs, and community groups to tackle destination-specific sustainability challenges.

   • Notable Projects:

     • Amsterdam Lab: Focused on urban tourism and sustainable practices in city tourism.

3. Carbon Offset Program:

   • Collaborations: Partnering with organizations to develop carbon offset projects.

   • Notable Projects:

     • Reforestation Projects: Investing in reforestation to offset carbon emissions.

DEI Projects

1. Women in Tech Initiative:

   • Collaborations: Partnering with organizations like Women Who Code and Girls in Tech.

   • Notable Projects:

     • Scholarship Programs: Offering scholarships and internships to women pursuing careers in technology.

2. Pride at Booking.com:

   • Collaborations: Partnering with LGBTQ+ organizations such as ILGA World and Out & Equal.

   • Notable Projects:

     • Pride Sponsorships: Sponsoring and participating in global Pride events.

3. Inclusive Hiring Initiatives:

   • Collaborations: Working with recruitment platforms that specialize in diverse talent, such as Jopwell and Diversify Tech.

   • Notable Projects:

     • Inclusive Job Descriptions: Redesigning job postings to attract a diverse pool of candidates.

Notable Collaborations and Partnerships

• Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC): Collaborating to promote sustainable tourism standards.

• The Ocean Cleanup: Partnering to support ocean conservation projects.

• Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP): Reporting environmental impact and initiatives.

By focusing on these CSR and DEI initiatives, Booking.com aims to create a positive impact on both society and the environment while fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace.