Diversity and Inclusion

At Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois we support an environment where all employees feel valued, empowered and recognized for their unique talents, perspectives and differences. Our Center for Diversity and Inclusion embeds a commitment to diversity and inclusion throughout all areas of the company, from how we hire, manage and interact with employees, to how we serve our customers and provide for our communities.

We strive to maintain an inclusive work environment where all employees experience equity. Employees know when they come to work each day they will be treated fairly and with the respect they deserve. We see our organization as one united by our differences and empowered by the strengths each employee brings to the table.

Commitment to Our Members and Communities

We are a proud member of the Blues family and we have the largest PPO network in the state of Illinois, which gives you a wide choice of doctors, hospitals, and health care professionals. We recognize that to remain an employer of choice, we must connect to what matters most to our customers and the communities in which they live and work. Health care needs from multicultural homes across the country will vary, and to that end, we are committed to offering a variety of health and life insurance products and related services that will meet the unique needs of our members by meeting them where they are.

Diversity and Inclusion Annual Profile

To learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion (D&I) and the impact a diverse and inclusive workforce has on our enterprise, we are pleased to provide a window into our culture through the D&I Annual Profile. The annual profile highlights our award-winning programs and initiatives, while providing transparency into the diversity of our workforce and demonstrating alignment with our business priorities.

Read the 2018 Diversity and Inclusion Annual Profile

Supplier Diversity

Our Corporate Supplier Diversity (CSD) department maximizes procurement opportunities for minority-owned, women-owned and other diverse companies. One of the primary goals of the CSD program is to promote diversity in the supply chain, thereby helping to create a positive economic impact in the very communities we serve.

Visit the Supplier Diversity page for more information