Careers

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Our differences make us successful. At BASF, we value the diversity of people, opinions, experiences, and skills. Only when people with diverse backgrounds come together, contribute their various experiences and attitudes, and look at challenges from different perspectives, creative innovations and groundbreaking solutions are created. The commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion is embedded in our corporate values and we at BASF proudly uphold their principles.

At BASF, we value the diversity of people, opinions, experiences and skills. It is an important factor in our long-term success. That is why we promote an inclusive working environment in which our teams treat each other with respect, trust and appreciation – regardless of gender, age, ethnic background or other characteristics.

Markus Kamieth

Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors, BASF SE

29.9%

Share of women in leadership positions with diciplinary responsibility*

-0.3%

is the Gender Pay Gap at BASF**

*Reporting date 31 December 2025

**Unadjusted gender pay gap based on annual base salary plus variable target compensation. A negative gender pay gap indicates that the average compensation level of women is higher than that of men.

How we promote diversity, equity and inclusion

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Fair gender balance

We strive to achieve a balanced gender ratio at BASF: By 2030, we aspire to increase the proportion of women in management positions with disciplinary leadership responsibility up to 30% worldwide.*

*In so doing, we act in accordance with applicable local laws.

Learn more about women in BASF

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Leaders as role models

Our leaders play an important role in the engagement and development of our employees. With a targeted leadership culture and various learning opportunities, we empower them to promote diversity within their teams and create an inclusive work environment.

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Feedback culture

Our employees are actively involved in shaping their work environment. Through feedback tools, they can give regular feedback on their work environment and corporate culture and provide feedback to leaders regarding their leadership behavior.

Learn more about our feedback culture

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For more belonging

Through our programs, we strive to cultivate a strong sense of belonging among our employees. Through our regular surveys our employees can provide us with their experiences related to belonging.

Learn more about how we encourage a sense of belonging

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Employee networks around the world

We support many employee networks around the world that advocate for equitable opportunities and respect. For example:

Our impact worldwide

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We believe that promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) is not a "one-size-fits-all" approach. While we implement global programs, we recognize the importance of local initiatives that reflect the cultural and situational factors of each region.

Our dynamic network empowers local teams to develop and implement tailored strategies. This collaborative framework ensures that our DE&I initiatives align with the communities we serve and promote inclusion and equity in the workplace.

Our external engagement

Positive influence requires collective efforts. For this reason, BASF is involved in various regional and international networks as well as (partner) organizations, initiatives, and associations.

UN Global Compact (UNGC)

Learn more about the UN Global Compact

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Women's Empowerment Principles (WEPs)

Learn more about the Women's Empowerment Principles

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United Nations' global LGBTI Code of Conduct

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Contact our global DE&I team

Darya Moshynska

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Marco Benedetti

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We value diversity and welcome people with different skills and backgrounds. That's why we actively look for people with a wide range of qualifications and experiences.

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