Employees with severe disabilities in Germany
Embracing diversity: Inclusion is a part of our corporate culture
bRequired manual adjustment in the HR management reporting system for dedicated retirement civil servants (12/2025) was exclusively made on the management structure (GH0 level) for headcount and fluctuation; no information is available on other related key figures.
In 2025, the proportion of Deutsche Telekom employees with disabilities remained at a constant level (7.7 %) once again and was significantly above the prescribed minimum of 5 %.
With various measures and initiatives, Deutsche Telekom is specifically committed to the inclusion of persons with disabilities in its workforce. In doing so, the aim is not just to provide them with a secure livelihood; it is also about promoting the career advancement of persons with disabilities over the long term.
To achieve this, Deutsche Telekom has implemented various initiatives to promote an inclusive working environment, including measures to ensure accessible workplaces, customized workstations, as well as the provision of suitable technical aids. Other measures include long-standing measures such as a special hotline for deaf and hearing-impaired employees to answer HR-related questions. This option gives all employees – irrespective of their hearing ability – equal access to support services. Such offerings are proof of Deutsche Telekom’s clear commitment to accessibility and equity.
The Group views people with disabilities as equal employees and believes that they are an important element when it comes to workforce diversity. This forms the basis for shared learning and the long-term success of the company.
Deutsche Telekom is actively committed to implementing the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities – something that is reflected in the Group Inclusion Agreement and the related Action Plan. The values anchored in the Convention are already permanently established in our corporate culture and provide the basis for measures to promote accessibility, equity, and the inclusion of those with disabilities. Deutsche Telekom believes this commitment is more that just an obligation; it is also a key element in shaping a diverse and powerful working world.