In 2005, we are embracing  that spirit with the creation of  the Ford Volunteer Corps, an  umbrella organization under  which our employees can  volunteer for a wide range  of corporate citizenship  projects. The first major  project of the Corps will be  to rebuild in areas hardest  hit by the Dec. 26 tsunami  in Asia, continuing the  efforts initiated by Ford  employees in the first hours  following this tragedy. Our history is filled with families who have,  generation after generation, found Ford to be  a great place to work. They show that in their  dedication and their spirit. And that’s one piece  of our heritage that we’ll carry into our future.  ING M O S T Victims of the Asian tsunami in Thailand find  a glimmer of hope and happiness in receiving  toys and care from Ford volunteers, organized  through Ford’s disaster relief initiative. 1 7 A t Ford, our most important asset isn’t real estate,  and it isn’t machinery; it’s our employees.  We make diversity and inclusion a priority.  We emphasize corporate citizenship in the places we  call home. We sponsor programs and opportunities  to help employees improve their work-life balance.  We value the longstanding contributions made  by members of labor organizations around the  world. We also work to inspire our suppliers  worldwide to extend that same level of inclusion to  the people who work for them. Our global terms  and conditions call on them to offer safe and fair  working conditions, no matter where they may be. Ford employees repay that investment by serving  as the heart of our company. From going the  extra mile for customers, to raising awareness  and funds for juvenile diabetes and other charities  worldwide, our extended family has proven  its willingness to reach out and to serve. PEOPLE