GITNUXREPORT 2025

Diversity, Equity, And Inclusion In The Cement Industry Statistics

Diversity, equity, inclusion improve innovation, satisfaction, profits in cement industry.

Jannik Linder

Co-Founder of Gitnux, specialized in content and tech since 2016.

First published: April 29, 2025

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45% of employees in the cement industry report that their company has diversity and inclusion initiatives

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Diversity training programs in the cement sector increased by 40% from 2019 to 2022

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About 40% of cement companies have reported implementing unconscious bias training

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The percentage increase in DEI-focused hiring in cement companies from 2020 to 2023 is approximately 25%

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29% of cement companies have established partnerships with DEI advocacy organizations

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African American and Black employees constitute about 12% of the cement industry workforce in North America

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Women make up approximately 12% of the workforce in the cement industry globally

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33% of cement companies have implemented gender diversity programs

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Minority groups represent about 18% of the global cement workforce

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The percentage of LGBTQ+ employees in the cement industry is estimated at 7%

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42% of new hires in the cement industry are from diverse backgrounds, indicating a focus on inclusive recruiting

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45% of cement companies have specific targets for increasing minority representation

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In North America, 22% of the cement workforce is composed of immigrants

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The average age of cement industry workers involved in diversity programs is 36 years old, indicating a young, dynamic workforce engaged in inclusion efforts

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62% of female employees in the cement industry have experienced mentoring or sponsorship programs

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In regions with active diversity policies, employee retention rates improve by 15%

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90% of companies report that diversity enhances customer satisfaction

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Companies with inclusive cultures see 3 times higher net profits

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Gender pay gap within the cement industry is declining at a rate of 2% annually

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The data shows that expanded diversity initiatives correlate with a 12% reduction in workplace conflicts

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49% of cement firms report that DEI has helped attract and retain top talent

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54% of companies report that employee resource groups have led to increased productivity

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Companies with diverse leadership teams are 21% more likely to outperform their competitors

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Over 60% of cement industry managers support greater inclusion efforts

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Only 8% of cement industry CEOs are women

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Globally, the percentage of women in leadership roles within the cement sector is 10%

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1 in 5 cement company executives believe that DEI initiatives are underfunded

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38% of cement industry companies conduct annual assessments of their DEI progress

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52% of cement industry employees believe diversity improves team innovation

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Companies reporting active DEI initiatives saw a 25% increase in employee satisfaction

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In 2023, 28% of cement industry workers reported experiencing workplace discrimination

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70% of employees in the cement sector support family-friendly workplace policies

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The presence of ERGs (Employee Resource Groups) in cement companies increased employment engagement by 30%

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65% of workers in the cement industry believe that more diverse teams could improve product innovation

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55% of female employees in the cement industry feel there are barriers to advancement

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37% of cement industry professionals feel that their workplace could do more to promote equity

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71% of employees in the cement industry agree that DEI initiatives improve overall workplace climate

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58% of cement industry HR managers believe that DEI efforts are essential for corporate sustainability

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46% of cement company employees have participated in diversity awareness programs

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83% of managers believe that DEI training positively impacts team collaboration

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67% of employees agree that diversity fosters innovation in cement companies

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81% of respondents in the sector believe that leadership commitment is crucial to successful DEI programs

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Key Highlights

Women make up approximately 12% of the workforce in the cement industry globally
Companies with diverse leadership teams are 21% more likely to outperform their competitors
45% of employees in the cement industry report that their company has diversity and inclusion initiatives
33% of cement companies have implemented gender diversity programs
In regions with active diversity policies, employee retention rates improve by 15%
Minority groups represent about 18% of the global cement workforce
Over 60% of cement industry managers support greater inclusion efforts
Only 8% of cement industry CEOs are women
Diversity training programs in the cement sector increased by 40% from 2019 to 2022
52% of cement industry employees believe diversity improves team innovation
Companies reporting active DEI initiatives saw a 25% increase in employee satisfaction
In 2023, 28% of cement industry workers reported experiencing workplace discrimination
70% of employees in the cement sector support family-friendly workplace policies

Despite being a traditionally male-dominated sector, the cement industry is increasingly recognizing that embracing diversity, equity, and inclusion not only fosters innovation and employee satisfaction but also directly contributes to competitive advantage and sustainable growth.

Corporate Initiatives and Policies

45% of employees in the cement industry report that their company has diversity and inclusion initiatives
Diversity training programs in the cement sector increased by 40% from 2019 to 2022
About 40% of cement companies have reported implementing unconscious bias training
The percentage increase in DEI-focused hiring in cement companies from 2020 to 2023 is approximately 25%
29% of cement companies have established partnerships with DEI advocacy organizations

Corporate Initiatives and Policies Interpretation

While nearly half of cement firms claim to champion diversity and inclusion—reflected in a 40% rise in training programs and a quarter increase in DEI-driven hiring—these numbers suggest that the industry is still laying the groundwork for truly solid and equitable foundations.

Demographic Composition

African American and Black employees constitute about 12% of the cement industry workforce in North America

Demographic Composition Interpretation

While African American and Black employees make up roughly 12% of the North American cement industry workforce, this statistic underscores the ongoing need for the industry to lay more solid foundations in diversity and inclusion to truly reflect the richness of the communities it serves.

Demographic Composition and Diversity Metrics

Women make up approximately 12% of the workforce in the cement industry globally
33% of cement companies have implemented gender diversity programs
Minority groups represent about 18% of the global cement workforce
The percentage of LGBTQ+ employees in the cement industry is estimated at 7%
42% of new hires in the cement industry are from diverse backgrounds, indicating a focus on inclusive recruiting
45% of cement companies have specific targets for increasing minority representation
In North America, 22% of the cement workforce is composed of immigrants
The average age of cement industry workers involved in diversity programs is 36 years old, indicating a young, dynamic workforce engaged in inclusion efforts
62% of female employees in the cement industry have experienced mentoring or sponsorship programs

Demographic Composition and Diversity Metrics Interpretation

Despite modest strides toward inclusivity, with nearly half of cement companies targeting minority representation and over six in ten women receiving mentorship, the industry still balances on the concrete edge of broader diversity, requiring a more cemented commitment to truly build an equitable workforce.

Impact and Outcomes of Diversity Efforts

In regions with active diversity policies, employee retention rates improve by 15%
90% of companies report that diversity enhances customer satisfaction
Companies with inclusive cultures see 3 times higher net profits
Gender pay gap within the cement industry is declining at a rate of 2% annually
The data shows that expanded diversity initiatives correlate with a 12% reduction in workplace conflicts
49% of cement firms report that DEI has helped attract and retain top talent
54% of companies report that employee resource groups have led to increased productivity

Impact and Outcomes of Diversity Efforts Interpretation

In the cement industry, embracing diversity isn’t just a moral obligation—it’s the concrete foundation for better retention, higher profits, and a more innovative workforce, proving that inclusion is both good business and good for building a stronger future.

Leadership and Executive Representation

Companies with diverse leadership teams are 21% more likely to outperform their competitors
Over 60% of cement industry managers support greater inclusion efforts
Only 8% of cement industry CEOs are women
Globally, the percentage of women in leadership roles within the cement sector is 10%
1 in 5 cement company executives believe that DEI initiatives are underfunded
38% of cement industry companies conduct annual assessments of their DEI progress

Leadership and Executive Representation Interpretation

Despite overwhelming industry support and the clear performance advantages of diversity, the cement sector's leadership remains predominantly male, highlighting a concrete gap between advocacy and actual inclusion—proof that even in a strategy that BUILDS success, gender equity often remains a work in progress.

Workforce Attitudes and Perceptions

52% of cement industry employees believe diversity improves team innovation
Companies reporting active DEI initiatives saw a 25% increase in employee satisfaction
In 2023, 28% of cement industry workers reported experiencing workplace discrimination
70% of employees in the cement sector support family-friendly workplace policies
The presence of ERGs (Employee Resource Groups) in cement companies increased employment engagement by 30%
65% of workers in the cement industry believe that more diverse teams could improve product innovation
55% of female employees in the cement industry feel there are barriers to advancement
37% of cement industry professionals feel that their workplace could do more to promote equity
71% of employees in the cement industry agree that DEI initiatives improve overall workplace climate
58% of cement industry HR managers believe that DEI efforts are essential for corporate sustainability
46% of cement company employees have participated in diversity awareness programs
83% of managers believe that DEI training positively impacts team collaboration
67% of employees agree that diversity fosters innovation in cement companies
81% of respondents in the sector believe that leadership commitment is crucial to successful DEI programs

Workforce Attitudes and Perceptions Interpretation

Despite a strong consensus that diversity fuels innovation and improves workplace climate, over a quarter of cement industry workers still face discrimination and barriers to advancement, highlighting that cementing equality requires more than policies—it demands unwavering leadership commitment and an ongoing cultural shift.