Diversity, equity, and inclusion
We create a culture where everyone belongs and can truly be themselves
Fostering a diverse and
inclusive culture
We believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace sparks greater innovation and cultural enrichment. We have multiple programs in place to cultivate diversity, equity, and inclusion and seven Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) that promote a sense of belonging and empowerment among our people.
Our Global Inclusivity Council An executive-led and diverse cross-functional team drives our diversity strategy and promotes inclusive behavior, allyship, and psychological safety.
An executive-led and diverse cross-functional team drives our diversity strategy and promotes inclusive behavior, allyship, and psychological safety.
Pay equity We are committed to maintaining 100% pay equity across genders globally and among diverse groups in the United States, measuring roles, performance, and location to ensure equitable compensation.
We are committed to maintaining 100% pay equity across genders globally and among diverse groups in the United States, measuring roles, performance, and location to ensure equitable compensation.
AccessAbilityWe identify and address barriers for people with disabilities, neurodiversity, and chronic illnesses. Our global team ensures inclusive workplace policies, drives education, and supports colleagues.
We identify and address barriers for people with disabilities, neurodiversity, and chronic illnesses. Our global team ensures inclusive workplace policies, drives education, and supports colleagues.
Thrive Program Thrive is designed to cultivate, empower, and equip all employees from various backgrounds and experiences with leadership acumen skills.
Thrive is designed to cultivate, empower, and equip all employees from various backgrounds and experiences with leadership acumen skills.
Cultural Ambassador Program Our employees serve as trusted ambassadors, showcasing Ciena's culture, values, and employee experience for prospective employees.
Our employees serve as trusted ambassadors, showcasing Ciena's culture, values, and employee experience for prospective employees.
Our ERGs
Fostering a sense of belonging and empowerment across the company,
our ERGs promote diversity, equity, and inclusion at Ciena.
Cultivating a community to connect, share experiences, and support one another while promoting cultural understanding and awareness and advocating for Asian representation and inclusion within the company
Creating a supportive community to promote cultural awareness and address issues specific to the Black experience in the workplace
Fostering a sense of belonging for Latinx employees, celebrating their cultural heritage, and providing networking opportunities and professional development
Supporting the development and integration of young professionals into the company culture, offering mentorship, networking events, and resources to help them navigate their early careers and reach their full potential
Celebrating and supporting LGBTQ+ employees, allies, and the broader community, promoting a safe and inclusive workplace, as well as LGBTQ+ rights and representation
Supporting veterans and active-duty military personnel transitioning into civilian careers, offering resources and networking opportunities while advocating for the unique needs and challenges veterans face in the workplace
Empowering women to thrive in their careers by providing opportunities for development, valuable connections, and career growth in our business through networking with customers and industry peers
Our EEO-1 reports
Insights
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Finding the right fit: Stories from early career professionals at Ciena
Two early in career team members share their stories of how inclusion helped them cho...
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Making a difference by volunteering with the Ciena Solutions Challenge
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Working at Ciena as a US Army Senior Officer: How Ciena Helps Fahad Balance Sales and Service
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Creating an inclusive workplace for all
Pragya Gupta, an Embedded Software Engineer, shares her story of joining Ciena and th...
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