Inclusive Sourcing

At Upwork, we’re making a strategic investment in diversity, inclusion, and belonging. This includes a dedication to supporting underrepresented businesses in our supply chain. Our Inclusive Sourcing program is designed to fulfill our procurement needs while enabling underrepresented communities to compete, build wealth, and thrive.

Why inclusive sourcing is important to us

Equity

Enables underrepresented businesses to scale and grow, increasing wealth in underserved communities

Innovation

Promotes innovation through the entrance of new products, services, and solutions

Competition

Injects diverse products and services into our supply chain, increasing competition and improving quality

“Upwork is in a unique position to create economic opportunities for traditionally underrepresented communities. Our commitment to diversity, inclusion, and belonging extends to our supply chain, which not only creates economic access and opportunities, but also leads to greater innovation and creativity.”

Joe Stuart

Director, Strategic Sourcing and Procurement

How to work with us

We currently partner with companies that have achieved the following certifications:

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Certified Minority-Owned Business Enterprise (MBE)

Certified Women-Owned Business (WOB/WBE/WOSB)

Certified Veteran-Owned Business (VOSB)

Certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Business (SDV/SDVOSB)

Certified LGBTQ-Owned Business (LGBTQ)

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Read our Inclusive Sourcing program FAQ

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Learn how to get certified