Why are you proud to work at Vrbo?

"I'm proud to work at a company where I feel comfortable to express myself and encouraged to also speak up when I feel like there are ways we can continue to improve our culture."

– Juliana Leon, Software Engineer

Can you tell us more about the Vrbo Pride affinity group?

Vrbo Pride is an inclusive group of employees who identify with or are supportive of LGBTQ+ issues. The Vrbo Pride affinity group encourages employees to bring their full, authentic self to work, allowing for a safe and inclusive working environment that enables people to perform at their best. This group gives a voice to, and advocates for, the LGBTQIA+ members of our workplace and welcomes allies. Vrbo Pride also creates possibilities for networking and community within a safe and supportive work environment

It aims to:

Foster an environment of inclusion, safety, and understanding at Vrbo.
Provide an anchor in the community to advocate and educate our colleagues at Vrbo and in those in our local communities.
Promote diversity and recognize the value each person brings to the Vrbo team.
Attract and retain a diverse workforce.
Give back to the Austin community through service projects, hosting events at our offices, and other inclusive activities.

What are some of the activities that the Vrbo Pride affinity group participates in?

Partnered with Maven, a non-profit that empowers LGBTQ Youth through tech, to host 20 students at Vrbo to introduce them to a career in technology
Hosted the Startout HackOut Hackathon, one of the only LGBTQ hackathons in the country
Participates in the Austin Pride Parade annually
Organizes and participates in panels and important discussions about diversity

What's something the Vrbo affinity group has done that you're really proud of?

The group worked with our Facilities team in the planning and design of our new office. There are gender neutral bathrooms available on every other floor to provide a better experience for our transgender and non-binary employees.

How is Vrbo celebrating Pride?

Vrbo Pride is displaying historical LGBTQ+ figures and facts around the office to educate and inform employees
Expedia Cares, Expedia Group's global philanthropy and corporate social responsibility program, declared June Pride month with double-matching on LGBTQIA donations
Vrbo has updated our social media avatars with a rainbow Vrbo logo to celebrate Pride
Vrbo will once again participate in the Austin Pride Parade that takes place in August

Learn more about Vrbo and their open roles here.

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