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Our Strength Stems from Our People

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion are more than just words.

Paper Mill Worker Georgia-Pacific Spartanburg, SC
A woman sitting with a child at a school program.
Paper Mill Worker Procter & Gamble Mehoopany, PA
A woman with a microscope looking at fiber samples
International Paper employee planting trees

Advances in DE&I are Critical to Our Success

AF&PA is committed to positively impacting diversity, equity and inclusion while also advancing the essential role the industry has in local, regional and national economies. Our role is to support advancements in DE&I by facilitating the exchange of member ideas and information.

Programs & Partners

Programs & Partners

Through programs and external partnerships, we are committed to improving awareness of opportunities and increasing retention and growth of all individuals with a variety of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives to drive productivity and innovation.

Community Well-Being

Community Well-Being

AF&PA members are committed to the well-being of communities in which we live and work through initiatives that increase economic and social equity and inclusion, and support career development and advancement for all diverse groups.

Supplier Diversity

Supplier Diversity

We promote supplier diversity including, procuring timber from members of the Sustainable Forestry and African American Land Retention Network, and certified Minority/Women-owned Business Enterprises.

Read Our DE&I Statement of Principles

Member Spotlight: Sylvamo

As part of their 2030 goals, Sylvamo is pursuing a workplace represented by 30% women overall, 35% women in leadership and 25% minorities in North American salaried positions.

See How They're Doing It

Photo Credits: Georgia-Pacific, International Paper, Procter & Gamble, Sylvamo