Uber has announced an expansion of its employee benefits, including healthcare, mental wellness support, parental leave, fertility assistance, monthly Uber credits, and travel protections. The company emphasized its commitment to fostering a safe and supportive workplace environment, particularly for women.
According to Uber's statement on its website, employees and their eligible dependents are offered comprehensive medical insurance in many countries. In regions lacking such provisions, the company provides allowances to cover healthcare costs. Uber also includes life and disability insurance in its standard benefits package to ensure financial security in cases of serious illness or accident. These measures aim to reduce barriers that may otherwise hinder female employees from advancing in their careers.
Uber explains that it extends beyond traditional healthcare by offering a wellbeing stipend that can be used for gym memberships, mental health apps, or wearable devices to promote long-term wellness. Employees also receive monthly Uber credits for rides and food delivery. The company notes these credits are refreshed monthly and help support work-life balance. These additional perks are positioned as tools to facilitate daily life and enhance safety for women balancing personal and professional commitments.
The company's Employee Assistance Program provides confidential counseling and access to mental wellness tools for employees and their families, recognizing the importance of emotional health. Additionally, Uber offers travel medical benefits for both business and personal trips abroad, covering employees and their dependents. These programs complement Uber’s broader safety initiatives aimed at reinforcing the company's image as a safe employer supporting women navigating stressful environments.
Uber Technologies, Inc., founded in 2009 and headquartered in San Francisco, operates globally across more than 70 countries. Its services include ride-hailing, Uber Eats food delivery, and freight logistics. With a mission to "create opportunity through movement," Uber emphasizes that its culture is guided by values such as safety, diversity, and inclusion.