Diversity at Škoda Auto
We are Simply Diverse.
The world around us is pure diversity, and that’s why we strive to support diversity as much as possible. Škoda Auto is a place where everyone has the opportunity to grow and fully use their potential. We are a responsible company that emphasizes the satisfaction of the people around us, which is why diversity, equity, and inclusion have long been one of the pillars of our corporate culture.
Maren Gräf
Board Member responsible for People and Culture
"I see a significant shift in how the scope of diversity is understood – how many different aspects and projects fall under its umbrella. Diversity touches all of us, and our goal is to make it a part of our everyday lives."
Jaroslav Povšík
Chairman of the Works Council, Odbory KOVO
"Škoda Auto is well prepared for diversity and inclusion because there have always been scores of multicultural employees and their families here. This results in a great brainstorming of abilities, intellect and capabilities born of various cultures from all over the world. This system, when backed by genuine and determined support, gives Škoda Auto a great competitive advantage."
5 Dimensions of Diversity
Within diversity, equity, and inclusion, we focus on five dimensions: gender balance, intergenerational cooperation, internationalization, support for LGBT+ people, and the development of individual abilities. We level opportunities, support families, and fight prejudice. We create a safe environment for colleagues with disabilities as well as international colleagues and care not only about physical but also mental health. All this and much more has long been part of who we are.
Gender Balance
We focus on fair and equal opportunities for women and men across the entire company. The goal is to create an environment where everyone can develop their potential, build a career, and balance work and personal life. This includes transparent processes, family support, and cooperation with the initiative Dobrý táta (“Good Dad”) and with the SG department, for example in organizing the Family Health Day. An important role is also played by the employee group WomeN@work, which promotes equality, experience sharing, and professional development.
Intergenerational Cooperation
At Škoda Auto, people from different generations meet, bringing diverse experiences and work approaches — and connecting them is essential for both stability and innovation. Through intergenerational cooperation, we support respect, knowledge sharing, and open dialogue, including discussions about flexible forms of work. This creates natural collaboration in which everyone’s experience complements one another while learning from each other. To support this topic, we have already implemented a number of online and offline activities and projects that further develop such cooperation.
Internacionalization
International cooperation is a natural part of everyday operations at Škoda Auto and brings new perspectives arising from diversity of cultures, languages, and work approaches. Supporting internationalization means creating an open and respectful environment. Activities of the employee group Internationals@Škoda contribute to the integration of foreign employees and strengthen intercultural understanding.
LGBTQ+
A safe and respectful environment is the foundation of both satisfaction and performance. At Škoda Auto, we therefore support an open culture where everyone can be themselves without fear of prejudice. Respect for orientation and identity strengthens trust and collaboration in teams. We are a partner of the Pride Business Forum, participate in Prague Pride and Fun&Run, and through the group Škoda Proud create a space for support and sharing.
Individual Abilities
Everyone has different abilities and experiences, which is why we create a work environment that adapts to people — offering flexibility and various paths of professional development. In the future, we also want to focus more on neurodiversity (e.g., ADHD or autism) and are looking for further ways to become more open and accessible. This creates conditions in which employees can fully apply their potential and collaborate effectively.
Diversity in numbers
We believe that diversity and inclusion are the engine of innovation, global success and lead to a more tolerant and diverse society. Škoda Auto upholds the principles of D&I and tries to lead by an example.
Women at Škoda Auto
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Škoda stays with us. Even at home
Škoda was a clear choice for us, say Tereza and Sven Nevlida. She works as an assistant to the head of technical development, and Sven as an architect and project manager at Škoda Auto. They are raising three children. This Škoda family team runs like clockwork – partly also because the company supports them in organizing their family life.
How to build diversity at a company?
An inclusive, pleasant and psychologically-safe environment is important for employees, and for the whole team. When someone does not feel right, it is reflected in their performance. How, though, to create a quality environment at the workplace? This is naturally an important issue at Škoda Auto. Natalia Hudecová tells us about.
Employees from the four corners of the world
Skoda Auto is a major employer in the Czech Republic. Its employees include not only Czechs but also Germans, Croatians, and Slovaks. Meet the international experts.
