We are good global citizens
Our passion for solving the world’s toughest health care challenges carries over to facing the needs of underserved communities.
It is our honor to be a leader in corporate citizenship initiatives worldwide. We partner with communities – on both a global and local basis – to bring hope and opportunity to people in areas such as literacy, education, employment, health care and more. We encourage involvement in our social programs, but we never pressure volunteer activity.
We support human rights
We show respect for human dignity and the rights of every individual by supporting the principles set forth in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, created by the United Nations. We comply with the employment laws of the countries in which we do business and expect our suppliers and business partners to do the same.
Individually, we make a difference
We celebrate involvement in the communities where we live and work, but decisions to participate in charitable or political activities are personal ones. Unless you are notified otherwise, you may volunteer, participate or make contributions to charitable organizations or to political candidates, campaigns or parties as you wish, but always use your own name, your own funds and your own resources – not AbbVie’s – unless you receive approval in advance.
This is our way
AbbVie does not tolerate human rights abuses. We comply with laws and practices that prohibit:
- Child labor
- Forced, bonded or indentured labor
- Involuntary prison labor
- Human trafficking
- Unfair wages and benefits
Making a difference
During AbbVie’s annual volunteering event, our Week
of Possibilities, the company encourages everyone to participate in various nonprofit organizations and help their local communities. I am so glad I chose to do this! I really felt like I made a difference in the world. I know it is my personal decision to volunteer and am proud to work for a company that supports involvement in these kinds of positive outreach programs.
