Inclusion and participation of people with disabilities

Inclusion is an integral part of DB Group’s corporate culture. Diversity is actively promoted as a success factor. The aim is to permanently exceed the statutory quota of 5 % and systematically remove barriers. To this end, we are implementing targeted measures to promote inclusive working conditions:

• The principles for the successful inclusion of employees with disabilities are anchored in the KBV on inclusion. The Rail Action Plan contains concrete measures to promote inclusion and thus implements the objectives of the National Action Plan and the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities.
• Together with the Group representative for severely disabled employees, special inclusion measures are rewarded and recognized with the DB Inclusion Award “Flagship,” thereby promoting the visibility of successful inclusion within DB Group.
• An internal training program for inclusion officers is intended to create a uniform understanding of this role and a standardized transfer of knowledge about this role and the associated tasks.
• The steady progress achieved in the area of inclusion is characterized by strong cooperation between the employer, representatives of severely disabled employees and external partners.
• The Coordination Office for Subsidies, Pensions and Equalization Levy also provides internal support when applying for subsidies.

Germany (Group companies account for about 98 % of domestic employees). 
Includes employees and young talents with severe disabilities or equivalent circumstances.

As of December 31, 2025, the employment rate for severely disabled employees in Germany was 5.5 %, which is above the legally required quota of 5 %.