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To some, banking is dollars in, dollars out. But Citizens is so much more. We’re rooted in the neighborhood and are invested in helping tomorrow’s LGBTQ+ workforce meet ever-accelerating needs. Together with our partners, we’re making meaningful progress through hard work, innovation, and teamwork. We proudly support Out in Finance (OIF), an organization driven to advance inclusion and equality across financial services, aid in recruiting efforts, and provide a networking forum for LGBTQ+ professionals. We also partner with Out for Undergrad, which helps high-achieving LGBTQ+ undergraduates reach their full potential. Through our partnership, we expose undergrads to Citizens internships that kick-off new careers in a caring and inclusive environment.
It’s Pride Month! And we can’t think of a better way to show support for our LGBTQ+ colleagues than celebrating their freedom to live openly and with dignity. Our commitment to equity for all is being noticed and recognized nationally, as we were recently named a 2023 Top Regional Company by DiversityInc. If you’re a member or ally of the LGBTQ+ community, you’ll find passion for what you do and support for who you are – here at Citizens.
We don’t just honor our military and veteran communities on Memorial Day; we support them year-round. Whether it’s through our program that donates a car to a veteran, our Veterans Business Resource Group or our passion for hiring members of the military community, we understand what it means to serve and want to do our part to support those who have given so much. If you are a veteran, reservist, military spouse or family member, we encourage you to apply today.
At Citizens, we're working to embed diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) throughout every facet of the organization to drive a culture of inclusivity and build a workforce that is equipped to leverage the benefits inherent in a transforming industry and economy. As we continue accelerating our DE&I efforts, our progress is being noticed and recognized nationally, as we were recently named a 2023 Top Regional Company by DiversityInc. Since 2001, DiversityInc, has recognized some of the nation’s top companies for DE&I management. These companies excel in hiring, retaining and promoting women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, LGBTQ+, and veterans; and are assessed in the following six key areas: Leadership Accountability, Human Capital Diversity Metrics, Talent Programs, Workplace Practices, Supplier Diversity, and Philanthropy.
It's Mental Health Awareness Month. Managing your mental health can be a challenge. At Citizens, we offer six free counseling sessions for colleagues or family members through our Employee Assistance Program, and so much more. We’re committed to breaking the stigma around mental health and enabling our colleagues’ wellbeing so that they can bring their whole selves to work every day. Learn how we help our colleagues in all aspects of their lives.
Calling all marketers! We’re honored to receive two prestigious marketing industry awards. The Living Portrait of NYC presented by Citizens won a bronze Clio Award in the “Immersive/New Realities” category and a gold REGGIE Award in the “Local, Regional or Market Specific Marketing” category for our immersive experience, commemorating our entrance to the New York City market. Our Chief Experience Officer, Beth Johnson, said “Our goal is to celebrate and entertain by providing research and the true voices of New York and bringing together dancers, musicians, comedians, and artists – and our friends and neighbors – to recapture the intimacy of in-person interactions that we’ve all missed during the pandemic. This is our gesture of hope and love to New Yorkers.” Check out the recap video below. Want to join an award-winning marketing department? Check out our open roles and apply today!
Every day we work to drive social justice to create greater understanding, knowledge, and empathy in the workplace – and the world. We’re proud to celebrate Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month this month. Here are the journeys and successes of five colleagues who have made our organization stronger.
During Financial Literacy Month and throughout the year, we’re committed to helping our communities meet their financial goals. Through our Citizens Helping Citizens Manage Money Program, we’re donating $2 million to financial empowerment programs across 150 nonprofit organizations this year. Our contributions will provide members of the community with the confidence and tools they need to help make informed financial decisions and build brighter futures . Hear from a few of our colleagues who delivered financial education workshops on the benefits of budgeting, saving, building credit and more.
It's National Volunteer Week! A time to reflect on the importance of volunteerism, while empowering our colleagues to use their time, talent and resources to support causes they are passionate about. Being good citizens is at the heart of who we are. Our commitment to giving back is rooted in the belief that when people and communities succeed, we all benefit.
650,000 people in New Jersey face hunger every day. As stewards of our community, Citizens and the New Jersey Devils help impact our neighbors where we live, work and play. With that in mind, we are launching Food Forward Jersey presented by Citizens to provide pre-cooked meals to people in need across the state. Our commitment to giving back is rooted in the belief that when people and communities succeed, we all benefit.
