This year, the LGBT+ community (LGBT+ stands for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and other spectrums of sexuality) is once again celebrating the successes of their history in various ways around the world in June. Over the past two decades, Switzerland has undergone a significant transformation that has led to greater acceptance and inclusion of the LGBT+ community. Nevertheless, conflicts and prejudice remain both within and outside the LGBT+ community. Given the diversity of identities, orientations and beliefs, this year's motto for Zurich Pride is: "Free in every way - since 30 years". As a proud partner of Zurich Pride, it is very important to us to promote inclusion and to set a sign against discrimination.

Johnson & Johnson moved into the new Basel Campus – one of nine J&J sites in Switzerland – only a few months ago. Now the Johnson & Johnson Innovation Hub Switzerland was inaugurated at this campus.

Although the Special Olympics National Winter Games 2024 in the beautiful Haslital / Brienz area are over, the lasting impact they’ve left behind resonates strongly in our hearts and minds.

40 J&J Volunteers had the privilege of being part of this unique experience, and we are beyond thrilled to share the remarkable experiences they had during the Games.

The atmosphere was electric, with the Special Olympics athletes showcasing their unwavering determination, incredible skills, and boundless joy.

Nearly 600 athletes came together, showcasing the power of unity and the importance of celebrating diversity. The event provided a platform for the athletes with intellectual disabilities to compete in six different sports. It was truly a celebration of human spirit and the limitless potential within us.

Watch our video to see many goosebumps moments and hear from two of our employees firsthand how incredible impactful their volunteering experience has been.

Together, let us continue to create a future where every individual is valued, respected, and given equal opportunities to shine.

After the games is before the games! That’s why we are already excited for “Zug 2026” where the official motto will be: It’s time for inclusion! Let’s go this journey together and stay tuned for more to come.

Johnson & Johnson Innovation’s JLABS incubator welcomes the first Swiss healthcare startup. The Geneva-based MPC Therapeutics has joined the JLABS@BE virtual incubation program.

At Johnson & Johnson, we know that healthy people need a healthy planet.

The recycling project launched by Johnson & Johnson MedTech in Swiss hospitals has met with a positive response! Since the start of the project in April 2021, over 54,000 single-use medical instruments have been recycled. Six tons of material were collected from 16 hospitals. In 2023, nearly 800 kilograms of aluminum welded film were collected from around 27 hospitals.

For the 5th consecutive year, Johnson & Johnson has once again been certified by the Top Employer Institute as a Top Employer 2024 in Switzerland. Despite many of the explored practices being new this year, we were able to increase our already high rating. This is even more impressive in times of upheaval, such as we experienced last year and in a changing world of work.

On 9th November 2023, it was Swiss National Future Day, where kids from 5th-7th grade had the opportunity to gain some insights into the business world. At Johnson & Johnson, we hosted an immersive Future Day Program at seven different sites across Switzerland, allowing more than 200 enthusiastic kids to participate in this unique experience.