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Medela Cares, our Corporate Social Responsibility Program

Over the decades, Medela has become a global company represented by 20 subsidiaries in Europe, the Americas, Asia, and Australia, and is present in 70 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. Inspired by the priorities of the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC) and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Medela Cares focuses on the areas where we can have the greatest impact—aligned with our business priorities and the global topics of human rights, labor, environment, and anti-corruption, synthesized into our three pillars of commitment: People, Planet, and Society.

2024 Medela Cares Impact Report

Access our full 2024 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.