Thriving People & Communities

The U.S. fuel and petrochemical industries are proud to play an active role in strengthening the communities where we operate. Our members create high-quality jobs, partner with local businesses and invest in workforce development through tailored education and training. By supporting local initiatives, promoting STEM learning and expanding skills training, we help build resilient communities and open new opportunities for people of all ages. Our industries also donate their time, resources and expertise to make their neighborhoods better places to live.

Our Workforce Today

AFPM members actively seek out talented individuals from a wide range of backgrounds. By fostering an inclusive environment where all employees are supported and valued, they help ensure every team member can contribute and succeed.

Internal

AFPM members are committed to building inclusive workplaces by launching initiatives that advance diversity and foster belonging within their organizations.

Employee Resource Groups

Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) give team members a place to connect around shared interests, experiences and goals. Within AFPM member companies, these groups strengthen diversity and inclusion while offering valuable opportunities for career development and personal growth.

Awards

Companies in the fuel and petrochemical industries are regularly honored by leading organizations for their dedication to diversity, inclusion and responsible workplace practices. Ongoing recognition highlights the success of industry efforts to create environments where every employee can thrive.

Supply Chain

AFPM members are working alongside their suppliers to expand sustainability efforts beyond company boundaries and drive positive impact across the supply chain.

Talent Development

Our members invest in the growth of their employees through a wide range of programs that build skills and cultivate leadership potential. From advanced e-learning to one-on-one coaching, these resources equip teams with the knowledge and experience needed to thrive.

Career Development

Through innovative learning programs and career development initiatives, AFPM members prepare their workforce to succeed today and in the future.

Driving Engagement

AFPM members prioritize engagement by fostering dialogue and responding to employee perspectives. Tailored surveys and other feedback tools help capture experiences and ideas that strengthen both workplace culture and performance.

Well-Being

A healthy, supported workforce is vital to AFPM members’ success. Through initiatives that address the physical, mental, emotional and financial needs of employees, our companies create environments where people feel valued and ready to perform at their best.

Our Future Workforce

Across the country, AFPM members support Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) learning and technical skills programs that inspire future generations of workers and innovators. By investing in school resources, internships and training courses, they help ensure that talent from every community is ready to pursue opportunities in these dynamic, high-tech industries.

STEM Education

Our members recognize that investing in STEM is vital to building the next generation of industry professionals. Through dedicated funding and hands-on educational initiatives, we are working to spark students’ interest in STEM fields and support learning opportunities that prepare them for rewarding careers.

Skills Training

Our companies are expanding access to practical, interactive training that builds strong career foundations. Through training initiatives and external learning programs, AFPM members help develop the skilled workforce needed for the future.

Advancing Opportunity

AFPM members are committed to opening doors for students from a wide range of backgrounds to pursue higher education and explore career possibilities in the fuel and petrochemical industries.

Our Community

For fuel and petrochemical manufacturers, supporting the communities where we operate is central to who we are. Our members take this responsibility seriously, working to strengthen neighborhoods by providing funding for local programs, encouraging employee volunteerism and supporting their neighbors after emergencies. These investments help create lasting positive changes and build stronger connections between our industry and the people we serve.

Giving Back

AFPM members contribute extensively to the communities where they live and work. Their support for local initiatives and nonprofits reflects a long-standing commitment to being engaged and valued partners in neighborhood life.

Volunteerism

AFPM members contribute countless hours of their time and talent to local nonprofits and community groups.

Emergency Response

When emergencies strike, the fuel and petrochemical industries rise to the occasion. AFPM members respond swiftly, providing critical financial aid and volunteering their time to help affected communities recover.

Building Trust with Our Neighbors

Election cycles can bring changes on the local, state, or federal level, but our responsibility to the communities where AFPM members operate remains. Being a good neighbor isn’t just a slogan — it’s a commitment. So, what does that look like in practice? We asked leaders from Flint Hills Resources and Phillips 66 to share how they turn that commitment into action.