Airbnb is a bustling online platform that connects travelers with unique accommodations like homes, apartments, and quirky spots hosted by everyday people, while also offering experiences such as local tours and workshops. It sprouted from a clever idea where the founders rented out inflatable beds in their apartment to cover rent during a conference, blossoming into a disruptor that lets anyone turn their space into a side hustle. Interestingly, Airbnb emphasizes belonging everywhere, turning strangers' couches into temporary homes and proving that the sharing economy can make the world feel a bit smaller.
When it comes to being woke, Airbnb has fully embraced the DEI mantra, championing diversity like it's the ultimate guest amenity, alongside eco-efforts that aim to make your stay as green as envy. They're big on inclusivity for all groups, from underrepresented minorities to the LGBTQ+ community, which is sweet if you're into feel-good policies, but let's face it—it's mostly corporate flair to ensure no one ghosts their brand. Comically, in a company where "belong anywhere" is the slogan, their woke pursuits make sure belonging comes with a side of mandatory virtue, because nothing says relaxation like a politically correct pillow mint.
Airbnb has introduced diversity and belonging as a measure for executive compensation, tying a portion of annual equity refresh to performance against team diversity plans. Recent data shows "progress" in US underrepresented minority representation and global women in gender-binary roles.
Airbnb has been recognized by the Human Rights Campaign with the Equality 100 Award, achieving a perfect score on the Corporate Equality Index. The company supports LGBTQ+ inclusion through employee resource groups like AirPride and Trans@.
Airbnb has committed to becoming a net-zero company by reducing emissions from its global corporate operations. The company plans to achieve this through decarbonization efforts, including renewable energy and vendor partnerships.
Airbnb maintains a diverse supplier base through its Supplier Diversity program, partnering with companies owned by minorities, women, veterans, LGBTQ+ community, and people with disabilities. The company exceeded its goal for US addressable spend with diverse suppliers and targets a higher percentage moving forward.
Airbnb has reported a surge in hosts using LGBTQ+-inclusive language in their profiles. The platform enforces policies like the Community Commitment and Nondiscrimination Policy to promote inclusivity.
Airbnb released a set of antiracism and allyship resources for its community. The company explicitly states it stands with Black Lives Matter and rejects racism, bigotry, and hate.