Social responsibility

With about 209,000 employees in Germany alone, millions of customers and numerous business partners, DB Group is a central part of society. In addition to environmental and economic aspects, our commitment to social issues is an integral part of our holistic approach to sustainability. DB Group’s social commitment is characterized by four standpoints that provide guidance for us and our stakeholders. They correspond to our fundamental convictions and our social values as DB Group.

• Strengthening community: DB Group shapes the daily life and work of many people in Germany. We want to promote good cooperation and act responsibly in our dealings with others. We take care to ensure a respectful working environment for our employees, the attractive design of the station social area and integrity in our relationships with customers and business partners.
• Supporting social engagement: DB Group plays an important role in society and also wants to make a contribution to ensuring that society works as it should. We have supported people in need who are affected by natural disasters, homelessness and other difficult fates. We are also committed to research, science and youth sport.
• Promoting diversity: A positive understanding of social diversity is an integral part of our corporate culture. We want to create an appreciative and non-discriminatory working environment in which all people have the same opportunities to contribute to the success of DB Group. The offer for customers is also intended to be inclusive. In addition, DB Group sends out clear signals for tolerance and diversity with various initiatives.
• Responsibility for our history: We are also aware of our company history. It brings with it a responsibility to preserve the memory of the past – including the history of the Deutsche Reichsbahn during the National Socialist era. In that respect, we want to fulfill an educational mission, especially for future generations. In addition, we are safeguarding the cultural heritage of rail transport in Germany and preserve our company’s history.

The four standpoints on DB Group’s social responsibility consist of various focal points involving numerous activities and initiatives. They make our social commitment specific and tangible. In addition to DB Group, other company-related players also assume social responsibility through their independent commitment. These include, in particular, the charitable Deutsche Bahn Foundation and the network of DBplus partners, including the BSW & EWH Foundation Family, in particular.