SPE Live Podcast: Disability Inclusion in Oil & Gas - From Compliance to Culture

This session explores how the oil and gas industry can move beyond legal compliance to build inclusive cultures that authentically support employees with disabilities at every level. While policies and regulations provide a baseline, true inclusion requires a deeper, sustained commitment to accessibility, awareness, and organizational mindset shifts. Through dialogue with industry leaders and inclusion experts, participants will gain insights into how companies can foster environments where employees with disabilities are empowered to contribute fully, without barriers or stigma. The discussion will highlight practical strategies, leadership responsibilities, and cultural enablers that support long-term change and innovation in workforce inclusion.

Moderated by Mohammed Althani, Petroleum Engineering Specialist at Saudi Aramco

Speakers: Carlos Sarmiento, Director of Culture, Diversity and Inclusion at SLB Tiana Ellwanger, Manager of Engagement, Culture and Diversity at Petrobras