[Pharmaceutical and Bio News] SK Biopharm and Merck Healthcare Celebrate International Women’s Day
On March 8, various companies in the pharmaceutical and bio sectors celebrated International Women’s Day with events promoting diversity and inclusiveness.
On March 8, 2023, recognized globally as International Women's Day, different enterprises within South Korea's pharmaceutical and bio sectors organized events in accordance with this year’s global theme, 'Give To Gain.' This theme was celebrated under the slogan of building community and solidarity, emphasizing the significance of valuing women's contributions across the industry. Companies tailored their activities to promote their unique values and engage their employees with the day's mission.
One notable event was organized by SK Biopharm, where they aimed to enhance the company’s culture of diversity and inclusion. They distributed sets of bread and coffee along with roses to the employees arriving at their headquarters, symbolizing the historical significance of bread (representing survival rights) and roses (representing voting rights). Additionally, the company set up photo booths and signs related to the theme of 'Diversity and Inclusion' to encourage participation, facilitating a space for staff to reflect on the undertones of International Women's Day. Moreover, a special lecture spotlighted the influence of women in leadership roles, further promoting discussions on leveraging diversity within corporate structures.
SK Biopharm’s commitment to sustainability and inclusive governance is underscored by its recognition from global ESG rating agencies. CEO Lee Dong-hoon reaffirmed the company’s dedication to fostering an inclusive culture where differences are respected, reinforcing the goal of enabling all employees to fully harness their potential and contribute to a healthier and more equitable workplace development. Merck Healthcare also aligned with the theme, advocating community growth through reciprocal support.