Citizenship and Sustainability

Top 50 Companies for Diversity and Hall of Fame, DiversityInc (2001 - 2009)
AT&T was included among DiversityInc's 2009 Top 50 Companies for Diversity for its longstanding commitment to diversity and inclusion across its global operations – earning the No. 2 spot on the list and moving up 20 spaces over last year — from 22nd to 2nd. In 2008, AT&T was also named as one of the Top 10 Companies for Supplier Diversity. In 2005, DiversityInc named the company to its Hall of Fame as a result of making the Top 50 list since the inception of this ranking.

Best Places to Work, Human Rights Campaign (2006, 2008, 2009, 2010)
AT&T was named to this list based on its treatment of LGBT employees. Every year since 2004, the company has also received a perfect 100 percent score on the HRC's Corporate Equality Index for its fair treatment, including protection against discrimination, parity of health care benefits for domestic partners and other criteria. (The HRC did not publish a Best Places to Work list in 2007.)

Best Diversity Company, Diversity/Careers in Engineering & Information Technology (2009)
AT&T was among 100 companies, government agencies and other organizations honored by Diversity/Careers in Engineering & Information Technology readers based on the corporation's support of minorities, attention to work/life balance and commitment to supplier diversity.

40 Best Companies for Diversity, Black Enterprise Magazine (2005, 2007 – 2009)
AT&T was selected as one of the 40 Best Companies for Diversity based on its commitment to diversity in key areas that include supplier diversity and employee base.

The 50 Best Companies for Latinas to Work, LATINA Style Magazine (1998 – 2009)
In 2009, AT&T ranked No. 2 among the 50 Best Companies for Latinas to Work For in the U.S. In 2008, AT&T was named as Company of the Year by LATINA Style for best meeting the workplace needs deemed most important by LATINA Style's Hispanic female readers. The company has ranked among the publication's top 50 companies for twelve consecutive years. In 2006, 2007 and 2009, the company was ranked among the top 12 best companies for Latinas to work.

Diversity Elite 60, Hispanic Business Magazine (2005 – 2009)
In 2008, AT&T ranked No. 1 on this list of the top companies for Hispanics based on the company's commitment to reaching out to Hispanics in the areas of recruitment, promotion, procurement, philanthropy and marketing. In 2009, AT&T ranked No. 8 on the Diversity Elite 60 list.

Corporate Diversity Honor Roll, Latin Business Magazine (2004 – 2008)
Latin Business magazine's honor roll recognized the company for its support of minority communities — particularly Hispanics — and the company's work to improve Hispanic representation in management and involvement with Hispanic suppliers. Companies were surveyed for their commitment outreach, procurement, workforce and philanthropy.

Top 10 Companies for Recruitment & Retention, DiversityInc (2006, 2007, 2009)
AT&T Inc. was recognized as a leader in recruiting and retaining diverse employees based on its recruitment strategy, employee programs and annual retention rates.

Top 10 Companies for African Americans, DiversityInc (2006, 2007, 2009)
In 2007 and 2009, AT&T ranked No. 1 among DiversityInc's Top 10 Companies for African Americans based the company's strong diversity record and company programs geared toward African American employees. The company was also included in this specialty list in 2006.

Top 50 Companies for Black MBAs to Work, Black MBA Magazine (2007)
AT&T was included among the top 50 companies that make a concerted effort to recruit, develop and retain African American MBAs.

Best Companies for African Americans, Family Digest Magazine (2004, 2006 — 2007)
Family Digest evaluated more than 1,000 companies on employee demographics, recruitment, company culture, and spending with black-owned suppliers, among other criteria.

Top 50 Most Military-Friendly Employers, G.I. Jobs Magazine (2004 — 2007)
The company was selected out of hundreds of companies for inclusion in the G.I. Jobs Top 50 list based on its dedication to supporting the military through events and programs, hiring a large percentage of military veterans, and maintaining policies that ensure reservist employees and their families continue to receive compensation when the soldier is called to active duty.

"Most Honors for Diversity," DiversityIncs Top 10 Specialty Lists (2006)
DiversityInc named AT&T Inc. to six of its Top 10 specialty lists, the highest number of honors received by any U.S. company. The rankings recognize AT&T for its commitment to diversity in the workplace and marketplace. The company was also named to DiversityIncs Top 25 Noteworthy Companies list.

The 10 Companies for Executive Women, DiversityInc (2004, 2006)
AT&T Inc. was recognized as a top company for executive women based on its commitment to advancing women into leadership positions. The company earned praise for its high percentage of women in management positions and on the board of directors.

Top 10 Companies for Latinos, DiversityInc (2004 — 2006)
AT&T Inc. was ranked as one of the Top 10 Companies for Latinos based the company's strong diversity record and company programs geared toward Hispanic employees.

Top 10 Companies for GLBT Employees, DiversityInc (2006, 2009)
AT&T Inc. was included on this list based on its diversity and inclusion programs pertaining to its GLBT employees.

Top Companies for Minorities, The Diversity Network/Fortune Magazine (2006)
AT&T Inc. was included in this list based on its leadership in workforce and supplier diversity. The list was compiled based on research by The Diversity Network, a diversity recruitment and consulting service that recognizes best-in-class companies committed to diversity and inclusion across all business functions. The list was published in Fortune Magazine.

Corporate 100, HISPANIC Magazine (1989 — 2006)
AT&T Inc. was included in this list that includes the top 100 companies that offer the most opportunities for Hispanics. The company has been included in Hispanic magazine's Corporate 100 list for 17 consecutive years. This honor is based on efforts in minority recruitment, marketing and minority supplier outreach.

Corporate Citizenship Award, National Action Council for Minorities in Engineering (2006)
AT&T was recognized for its work in supporting education and local communities and for more than 30 years of commitment to NACME's scholarship programs and research activities.

Eleanor Roosevelt Human Rights Award, American Rights at Work (2006)
The company received this award for its commitment to sound labor policies and the rights of its employees.

Corporate Community Ally, Atlanta Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce (2006)
AT&T was one of three honorees to receive this award, which recognizes individuals, businesses and organizations that have served the GLBT community via their activities and commitments in the Atlanta area.

Top Employers for Women, Fortune Magazine (2005)
The company was listed as a top employer for its treatment of women in the workplace. The survey, conducted by SmartRevenue Research, focused on Fortune 1000 companies and the 200 largest privately held U.S. companies.

50 Top Employers for Minorities, Fortune Magazine (2005)
The company was listed as a top employer for its workforce and marketplace diversity initiatives. The survey, conducted by SmartRevenue Research, focused on Fortune 1000 companies and the 200 largest privately held U.S. companies.

Top 25 Companies for African Americans, Black Professionals Magazine (2005)
This list honors corporations for their outstanding workforce and supplier diversity initiatives.

Top 50 Recruitment Companies, HISPANIC Magazine (2005)
The company was named to the list based on its recruitment outreach and efforts.

Top 50 Companies, CAREERS and the disABLED Magazine (2004 — 2005)
For two consecutive years, the company was listed among the top employers for people with disabilities.

Access Award, American Foundation for the Blind (2005)
This award recognizes individuals, corporations and organizations that are eliminating or reducing inequities faced by people who are blind or low vision.

HACR Corporate Index, Hispanic Association on Corporate Responsibility (2005)
The Hispanic Association on Corporate Responsibility ranked the company among the top 10 Fortune 100 companies for its inclusion of the Hispanic community across various areas, including corporate executive leadership, corporate governance, workforce representation, community reciprocity, and supplier outreach and development.

DiversityFirst Award, Texas Diversity Council (2005)
For its commitment to diversity, the company received the DiversityFirst Award at the Texas Diversity Council's first Diversity and Leadership Conference held in San Antonio in 2005.

Top Companies for Engineers, Minority Engineer Magazine (2005)
The company ranked No. 36 among the top 50 companies for minority engineers.

Top Companies for Women Engineers, Women Engineer Magazine (2005)
The company ranked No. 36 among the top 50 companies for women engineers.

Top 10 Gay-Friendly Companies, The Advocate Magazine (2005)
AT&T was honored as one of the top ten companies based on its domestic partner benefits, nondiscrimination policies and education on sexual orientation issues.

Employer of Choice Award - Southwest Region, Minority Corporate Counsel Association (2005)
The company received this honor for its leadership in creating and maintaining an inclusive corporate legal department. The Minority Corporate Counsel Association advocates for the expanded hiring, retention and promotion of attorneys of color.

Best Places for Minorities to Work, Atlanta Tribune Magazine (2005)
This list recognizes companies that excel in creating and maintaining a diverse and inclusive culture.

Top 10 Companies for Asian-Americans, DiversityInc (2004)
The company was rated as one of the top 10 companies for Asian-Americans for its efforts in employing, promoting and valuing the company's Asian-American employees. The company earned high marks for its Asian-American representation in management positions.

30 Great Places to Work At, Essence Magazine (2004)
Essence magazine acknowledged the company as being a great place for African-American women to work at. The company earned excellent marks for its inclusive culture and commitment to promoting career success among African-American women.

Torch of Liberty Award, Anti-Defamation League (2004)
The Anti-Defamation League honored AT&T executive Michele Macauda with the Torch of Liberty Award for her commitment to ending bigotry and racism in the business environment.

New Freedom Initiative Award, U.S. Department of Labor (2003)
The company was honored for promoting equal opportunities and support for Americans with disabilities. The award recognizes exemplary and innovative partnership efforts in furthering the objectives of the New Freedom Initiative.

Eagle Award, Disability Rights Advocates (2001)
This award recognizes corporations and individuals that actively employ and accommodate people with disabilities or have contributed to their advancement within society.