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Micron Releases ‘What Makes Us Micron’ 2023 Diversity, Equality and Inclusion Report
BOISE, Idaho, March 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Micron Technology, Inc. (Nasdaq: MU), today announced the release of its sixth annual diversity, equality and
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[{"type":"text","content":"BOISE, Idaho, March 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Micron Technology, Inc. (Nasdaq: MU), today announced the release of its sixth annual diversity, equality and inclusion (DEI) report, “What makes us Micron.” This publication details the company’s progress in meeting its five DEI commitments,* underscoring the pursuit of an inclusive culture that supports a diverse workforce essential for nurturing innovation and business success. “Micron is focused on cultivating a work environment where diverse perspectives and backgrounds combine to create innovative solutions to challenging technology problems,” said Micron President and CEO Sanjay Mehrotra. “This report showcases our advancements, our learnings and our vision for building an agile semiconductor workforce for the future that reflects the diverse world around us.” In the past year, despite facing one of the most significant downturns in the memory and storage industry’s history, Micron remained dedicated to expanding access and opportunities for all. The company’s proactive approach is evident through its 10 actively engaged employee resource groups (ERGs), which saw membership grow to more than 47% among its global workforce in fiscal year 2023. “This impressive engagement underscores the vibrant, supportive community Micron fosters,” said Vice President and Chief Diversity Inclusion Officer Fran Dillard. “Members of Micron's ERGs play a pivotal role as influential ambassadors in creating an inclusive culture for all, ensuring every team member feels valued and empowered to contribute their best ideas and work.” STEM education and diverse talent development initiatives Micron is at the forefront of making education and careers in engineering more accessible, breaking down barriers to entry in the semiconductor field. By investing in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education for K-12 and supporting traditional and nontraditional pathways into the industry, Micron aims to create a talent ecosystem that is more diverse and inclusive. Through the Micron Foundation initiatives, programs such as Chip Camp, Girls Going Tech, Careers in a High-Tech World and Chip Camp Junior aim to inspire students from underrepresented groups and rural backgrounds to explore STEM careers for the future. In 2023, Micron doubled its K-12 STEM outreach programs by expanding its Chip Cam...