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Medela Cares, our Corporate Social Responsibility Program

Over the decades, Medela has become a global company represented by 21 subsidiaries in Europe, the Americas, Asia, and Australia, and is present in 100 countries around the world through an independent distribution network. As we have grown as a company and expanded globally, so has our desire to make a difference on a global scale.

Medela Cares is anchored by three pillars: People, Planet and Society. In alignment with the Ten Principles of the UNGC and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Medela Cares is focused on where we can have the greatest impact aligned with our business priorities. The global topics of human rights, labor, environment and anti-corruption are synthesized into three pillars of our commitment.

2023 Medela Cares Impact Report

Access our full 2023 Medela Cares Impact Report, outlining our Medela Cares program and the initiatives to drive our 2025 objectives and support the Ten Principles of the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC) and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Our Three Pillars of Corporate Social Responsibility

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People

Employing more than 1,500 people worldwide, we are inspired by our teams’ passion and commitment to improving the lives of moms, babies, and patients. We invest in the development of our employees and foster an inclusive environment rooted in equity and diversity, valuing each team member and encouraging their personal growth and well-being.

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Planet

As stewards of our planet and leaders in our industry, we recognize the effect our work has on the world around us and the importance of innovation with a focus on sustainability and minimizing environmental impact.

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Society

We are committed to supporting parents along their journey by eliminating barriers and increasing access to breast milk feeding resources, education, and products globally. By partnering with other like-minded organizations to maximize the impact of our activities in alignment with our mission, we continue to fight maternal and infant mortality and malnutrition.

Two men and a woman enjoying ice cream together.

People

Employing more than 1,500 people worldwide, we are inspired by our teams’ passion and commitment to improving the lives of moms, babies, and patients. We invest in the development of our employees and foster an inclusive environment rooted in equity and diversity, valuing each team member and encouraging their personal growth and well-being.

Boxes labeled "Medela" on a conveyor belt.

Planet

As stewards of our planet and leaders in our industry, we recognize the effect our work has on the world around us and the importance of innovation with a focus on sustainability and minimizing environmental impact.

An infant with special feeding needs holds its mother's finger.

Society

We are committed to supporting parents along their journey by eliminating barriers and increasing access to breast milk feeding resources, education, and products globally. By partnering with other like-minded organizations to maximize the impact of our activities in alignment with our mission, we continue to fight maternal and infant mortality and malnutrition.

Two men and a woman enjoying ice cream together.

People

Employing more than 1,500 people worldwide, we are inspired by our teams’ passion and commitment to improving the lives of moms, babies, and patients. We invest in the development of our employees and foster an inclusive environment rooted in equity and diversity, valuing each team member and encouraging their personal growth and well-being.

Boxes labeled "Medela" on a conveyor belt.

Planet

As stewards of our planet and leaders in our industry, we recognize the effect our work has on the world around us and the importance of innovation with a focus on sustainability and minimizing environmental impact.

An infant with special feeding needs holds its mother's finger.

Society

We are committed to supporting parents along their journey by eliminating barriers and increasing access to breast milk feeding resources, education, and products globally. By partnering with other like-minded organizations to maximize the impact of our activities in alignment with our mission, we continue to fight maternal and infant mortality and malnutrition.

Two men and a woman enjoying ice cream together.

People

Employing more than 1,500 people worldwide, we are inspired by our teams’ passion and commitment to improving the lives of moms, babies, and patients. We invest in the development of our employees and foster an inclusive environment rooted in equity and diversity, valuing each team member and encouraging their personal growth and well-being.

Boxes labeled "Medela" on a conveyor belt.

Planet

As stewards of our planet and leaders in our industry, we recognize the effect our work has on the world around us and the importance of innovation with a focus on sustainability and minimizing environmental impact.

An infant with special feeding needs holds its mother's finger.

Society

We are committed to supporting parents along their journey by eliminating barriers and increasing access to breast milk feeding resources, education, and products globally. By partnering with other like-minded organizations to maximize the impact of our activities in alignment with our mission, we continue to fight maternal and infant mortality and malnutrition.