Some moments in life change everything. Facing a life-threatening illness is undoubtedly one of them. At Beiersdorf, we stand by our employees during such challenging times. With our global Critical Illness Policy, we provide security and support when it’s needed the most – for those affected and their families.
A severe diagnosis such as cancer, Alzheimer’s, or a stroke often brings uncertainty and concern. Our Critical Illness Policy establishes global minimum standards designed to address gaps in social security systems worldwide. This ensures our employees can focus on what truly matters: their recovery.
Our policy includes key measures to support employees during these challenging times:
Care is one of Beiersdorf’s Core Values and a cornerstone of our corporate culture. By introducing our global Critical Illness Policy in 2024, we reaffirmed our commitment to solidarity within our company – for every employee worldwide. Beyond providing practical support and tips for preventive measures, we aim to foster trust, combat stigmas around severe illnesses in the workplace, and create an open dialogue.
This commitment includes:
In 2024, we have introduced and rolled out our Critical Illness Policy for our employees worldwide. Life-threatening diseases can affect any of us and represent some of life's toughest challenges. With this policy, we aim to ensure that our employees can rely on their job security and financial stability – no matter the local security system. This is more than a policy; it is our heartfelt promise to stand by each other, living our Core Values of Trust and Care every single day.
As one of the founding partners, Beiersdorf proudly signed the “Working with Cancer Pledge” initiated by Publicis Groupe in 2023. Through this pledge, we are dedicated to raising awareness of cancer and other severe illnesses, giving a voice to those affected, and actively countering workplace stigmatization.
Together, we stand for an open, inclusive, and supportive corporate culture – for our employees and their families.
TRIGGER WARNING
This following film portrays the journey of a man living with cancer, including his physical and emotional struggles as he copes with the illness. Some scenes may be emotionally challenging, especially for individuals who have been affected by serious illness or loss.
