{"id":10373,"date":"2026-03-11T16:42:18","date_gmt":"2026-03-11T15:42:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.msd.ch\/en\/?post_type=story&#038;p=10373"},"modified":"2026-03-11T16:48:42","modified_gmt":"2026-03-11T15:48:42","slug":"diversity-and-inclusion","status":"publish","type":"story","link":"https:\/\/www.msd.ch\/en\/stories\/diversity-and-inclusion\/","title":{"rendered":"Diversity and Inclusion"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"mco-b2-hero-block-block_2dcaceb2d834586094975747832cb9c9\" class=\"mco-b2-hero-block full mccberg-block\">\n    <div class=\"mco-b2-hero-block-wrapper\">\n        <div class=\"mco-b2-hero-block-image-section \">\n\n                            <div class=\"mco-b2-hero-block-image-container \">\n                    <picture >\n\t<source media=\"(max-width: 767px)\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.msd.ch\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/42\/2023\/06\/02_REA_MSD_BannerLandingpage_1200x801px-1.png?w=768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.msd.ch\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/42\/2023\/06\/02_REA_MSD_BannerLandingpage_1200x801px-1.png?w=768\" >\n<source media=\"(min-width: 768px) and (max-width: 1199px)\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.msd.ch\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/42\/2023\/06\/02_REA_MSD_BannerLandingpage_1200x801px-1.png?h=768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.msd.ch\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/42\/2023\/06\/02_REA_MSD_BannerLandingpage_1200x801px-1.png?h=768\" >\n<source media=\"(min-width: 1200px) and (max-width: 1919px)\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.msd.ch\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/42\/2023\/06\/02_REA_MSD_BannerLandingpage_1200x801px-1.png?w=1200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.msd.ch\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/42\/2023\/06\/02_REA_MSD_BannerLandingpage_1200x801px-1.png?w=1200\" >\n<source media=\"(min-width: 1920px)\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.msd.ch\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/42\/2023\/06\/02_REA_MSD_BannerLandingpage_1200x801px-1.png?w=1920\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.msd.ch\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/42\/2023\/06\/02_REA_MSD_BannerLandingpage_1200x801px-1.png?w=1920\" >\n\t<img data-src=\"https:\/\/www.msd.ch\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/42\/2023\/06\/02_REA_MSD_BannerLandingpage_1200x801px-1.png?w=1920\" alt=\"Banner-Pharma-for-Pride\" class=\"eager \" loading=\"eager\" \/>\n<\/picture>                                    <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"mco-b2-hero-block-image-container-two\">\n                            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <div class=\"mco-b2-hero-block-content-section\">\n                        \n                            <h1>Diversity and Inclusion<\/h1>\n            \n                            <div class=\"mco-b2-hero-block-description\"><p>As one of the leading research-based pharmaceutical companies, we are committed to the health of all people, regardless of gender, age, background, or sexual orientation. We support diversity and inclusion both inside and outside of MSD. That is why we are involved in various initiatives and projects that focus on people.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n            \n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    \n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">MSD tradition of Diversity<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">Diversity and Inclusion are not mere words for us &#8211; they embody the reason we are able to realize our corporate purpose: We harness the power of cutting-edge research to save and improve lives around the world.<\/p>\n\n\n<div id=\"mco-b5-content-block-block_e8917ba82813690b4f5e8472d1da6670\"\n     class=\"mco-b5-content-block mccberg-block left\">\n    <div class=\"wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t            <div class=\"mco-b5-content-block-image-section \">\n\t\t\t\t                <picture aria-label=\"People at a Pride Month ParadeMonth Parade\">\n                                                                        <source media=\"(max-width: 767px)\"\n                                    data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.msd.ch\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/42\/2023\/06\/rainbow-alliance_pride-month_61.png?resize=696,425\"\n                                    srcset=\"https:\/\/www.msd.ch\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/42\/2023\/06\/rainbow-alliance_pride-month_61.png?resize=696,425\" \/>\n                                                                                                <source media=\"(min-width: 768px) and (max-width: 1199px)\"\n                                    data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.msd.ch\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/42\/2023\/06\/rainbow-alliance_pride-month_61.png?resize=384,468\"\n                                    srcset=\"https:\/\/www.msd.ch\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/42\/2023\/06\/rainbow-alliance_pride-month_61.png?resize=384,468\" \/>\n                                                                                                <source media=\"(min-width: 1200px)\"\n                                    data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.msd.ch\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/42\/2023\/06\/rainbow-alliance_pride-month_61.png?resize=750,650\"\n                                    srcset=\"https:\/\/www.msd.ch\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/42\/2023\/06\/rainbow-alliance_pride-month_61.png?resize=750,650\" \/>\n                                                                                                <source media=\"(min-width: 1600px)\"\n                                    data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.msd.ch\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/42\/2023\/06\/rainbow-alliance_pride-month_61.png?resize=850,744\"\n                                    srcset=\"https:\/\/www.msd.ch\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/42\/2023\/06\/rainbow-alliance_pride-month_61.png?resize=850,744\" \/>\n                                                                                                <source media=\"(min-width: 1920px)\"\n                                    data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.msd.ch\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/42\/2023\/06\/rainbow-alliance_pride-month_61.png?resize=980,832\"\n                                    srcset=\"https:\/\/www.msd.ch\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/42\/2023\/06\/rainbow-alliance_pride-month_61.png?resize=980,832\" \/>\n                                                                                                <img\n                                data-src=\"https:\/\/www.msd.ch\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/42\/2023\/06\/rainbow-alliance_pride-month_61.png?resize=650,544\"\n                                alt=\"People at a Pride Month ParadeMonth Parade\"\n                                class=\"lazyload parallax-scroll\"\n                                loading=\"lazy\"\n                            \/>\n                                                            <\/picture>\n\t\t\t\t            <\/div>\n\t\t        <div class=\"mco-b5-content-block-content-section\">\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t                <h3 class=\"mco-b5-content-block-heading mcc-b5-normal-title\">\n                    Diversity, Equity, &amp; Inclusion at MSD                <\/h3 >\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t                <div class=\"mco-b5-content-block-description\"><p><!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} --><\/p>\n<p>At MSD, we are absolutely certain that diverse teams enjoy a higher level of success. This is the reason why we have actively supported diversity and\u00a0inclusion for a long time.<\/p>\n<p>In addition, our employees are involved in numerous EBRGs (Employee Business Resource Groups), which guard the interests of various groups within the company. For example, our Rainbow Alliance represents LGBTQIA+ colleagues.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:heading --><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n                        <div class=\"mco-b5-content-block-content-buttons-container\">\n\t\t\t\t                    <a class=\"btn secondary read_more\"\n                       href=\"https:\/\/www.msd.ch\/en\/home\/ebrgs\/\"\n                       title=\"Our EBRGs\"\n                                              target=\"_blank\">Our EBRGs<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mco-b5-content-block-modal popup\" style=\"display: none;\" role=\"dialog\" >\n    <div class=\"popup-wrapper\">\n        <div class=\"mco-b5-content-block-modal-content popup-content\">\n            <button class=\"mco-b5-content-block-modal-close popup-close\" >&times;<\/button>\n            <div class=\"mco-b5-content-block-modal-video\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div id=\"mco-b5-content-block-block_b3a45f25fe512068992675239e60f959\"\n     class=\"mco-b5-content-block mccberg-block right\">\n    <div class=\"wrapper\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t            <div class=\"mco-b5-content-block-image-section \">\n\t\t\t\t                <picture aria-label=\"Women at MSD\">\n                                                                        <source media=\"(max-width: 767px)\"\n                                    data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.msd.ch\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/42\/2023\/06\/Frauen-bei-MSD1.png?resize=696,425\"\n                                    srcset=\"https:\/\/www.msd.ch\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/42\/2023\/06\/Frauen-bei-MSD1.png?resize=696,425\" \/>\n                                                                                                <source media=\"(min-width: 768px) and (max-width: 1199px)\"\n                                    data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.msd.ch\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/42\/2023\/06\/Frauen-bei-MSD1.png?resize=384,468\"\n                                    srcset=\"https:\/\/www.msd.ch\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/42\/2023\/06\/Frauen-bei-MSD1.png?resize=384,468\" \/>\n                                                                                                <source media=\"(min-width: 1200px)\"\n                                    data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.msd.ch\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/42\/2023\/06\/Frauen-bei-MSD1.png?resize=750,650\"\n                                    srcset=\"https:\/\/www.msd.ch\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/42\/2023\/06\/Frauen-bei-MSD1.png?resize=750,650\" \/>\n                                                                                                <source media=\"(min-width: 1600px)\"\n                                    data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.msd.ch\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/42\/2023\/06\/Frauen-bei-MSD1.png?resize=850,744\"\n                                    srcset=\"https:\/\/www.msd.ch\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/42\/2023\/06\/Frauen-bei-MSD1.png?resize=850,744\" \/>\n                                                                                                <source media=\"(min-width: 1920px)\"\n                                    data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.msd.ch\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/42\/2023\/06\/Frauen-bei-MSD1.png?resize=980,832\"\n                                    srcset=\"https:\/\/www.msd.ch\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/42\/2023\/06\/Frauen-bei-MSD1.png?resize=980,832\" \/>\n                                                                                                <img\n                                data-src=\"https:\/\/www.msd.ch\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/42\/2023\/06\/Frauen-bei-MSD1.png?resize=650,544\"\n                                alt=\"Women at MSD\"\n                                class=\"lazyload parallax-scroll\"\n                                loading=\"lazy\"\n                            \/>\n                                                            <\/picture>\n\t\t\t\t            <\/div>\n\t\t        <div class=\"mco-b5-content-block-content-section\">\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t                <h3 class=\"mco-b5-content-block-heading mcc-b5-normal-title\">\n                    Equal treatment is important to us                <\/h3 >\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t                <div class=\"mco-b5-content-block-description\"><p><!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} --><\/p>\n<p>Diversity and Inclusion have long been an integral part of MSD corporate culture. Many women have helped shape the company&#8217;s 130-year history.<\/p>\n<p>Worldwide and in Switzerland, around 50% of management positions are occupied by women.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:heading --><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n                        <div class=\"mco-b5-content-block-content-buttons-container\">\n\t\t\t\t                    <a class=\"btn secondary read_more\"\n                       href=\"https:\/\/www.msd.ch\/en\/stories\/women-at-msd\/\"\n                       title=\"Women at MSD\"\n                                              target=\"_blank\">Women at MSD<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mco-b5-content-block-modal popup\" style=\"display: none;\" role=\"dialog\" >\n    <div class=\"popup-wrapper\">\n        <div class=\"mco-b5-content-block-modal-content popup-content\">\n            <button class=\"mco-b5-content-block-modal-close popup-close\" >&times;<\/button>\n            <div 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data-src=\"https:\/\/www.msd.ch\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/42\/2023\/06\/40-Jahre-HIV-Forschung1.png?resize=650,544\"\n                                alt=\"HIV-Research for Over 40 Years\"\n                                class=\"lazyload parallax-scroll\"\n                                loading=\"lazy\"\n                            \/>\n                                                            <\/picture>\n\t\t\t\t            <\/div>\n\t\t        <div class=\"mco-b5-content-block-content-section\">\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t                <h3 class=\"mco-b5-content-block-heading mcc-b5-normal-title\">\n                    MSD has researched HIV for over 40 years                <\/h3 >\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t                <div class=\"mco-b5-content-block-description\"><p><!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} --><\/p>\n<p>In the mid-1980s, MSD launched its first HIV research program in response to the disease, which even then MSD considered a potential epidemic.<\/p>\n<p>Our teams of scientists were among the first to discover and develop medicines to treat HIV.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:heading --><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\n                        <div class=\"mco-b5-content-block-content-buttons-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t                                        <a class=\"btn secondary\" href=\"https:\/\/www.msd.ch\/en\/stories\/hiv\/\"\n                       title=\"Mehr erfahren\"\n                                              target=\"_blank\">Mehr erfahren<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mco-b5-content-block-modal popup\" style=\"display: none;\" role=\"dialog\" >\n    <div class=\"popup-wrapper\">\n        <div class=\"mco-b5-content-block-modal-content popup-content\">\n            <button class=\"mco-b5-content-block-modal-close popup-close\" >&times;<\/button>\n            <div class=\"mco-b5-content-block-modal-video\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div 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Our MSD Switzerland employee engagement and well-being initiatives promote both personal and professional growth by fostering a positive work environment, encouraging community building, and celebrating diverse perspectives that strengthen our shared culture.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Our Employee Business Resource Groups (EBRGs), led by passionate employees, serve as vital cultural and educational networks that strengthen belonging and inclusion. In Switzerland, we are proud to have seven active EBRGs: Rainbow Alliance, League of Employees of African Descent, CapABILITY, Women\u2019s &amp; Next Gen Network, Asia Pacific Association, and Alianza.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Gender equality is a key priority for us. We strive for equal opportunities and a 50\/50 gender balance across all levels of the organization. Our Gender-Neutral Parental Leave Policy reflects this ongoing commitment to equity and inclusion.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Through One MSD, we nurture an inclusive culture and promote employee wellbeing with company-wide events and volunteering opportunities.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:column -->\n\n<!-- wp:column -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-column\"><!-- wp:spacer {\"height\":\"25px\"} -->\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:spacer -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":9836,\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.msd.ch\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/42\/2025\/10\/OSI-EMPL-Pride2025.jpg?w=1500\" alt=\"MSD Switzerland at the Zurich Pride 2025\" class=\"wp-image-9836\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">MSD Switzerland at the Zurich Pride 2025<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image --><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:column --><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:columns -->\n\n<!-- wp:image {\"id\":9812,\"scale\":\"cover\",\"sizeSlug\":\"large\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\",\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.msd.ch\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/42\/2025\/10\/Separator-Employees.png?w=500\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9812\" style=\"object-fit:cover\" \/><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:spacer {\"height\":\"20px\"} -->\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:spacer -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>At MSD Switzerland, we partner with employees and local organizations to promote well-being, inclusion, and health equity in the workplace. 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Since then, 60 women have received the HPV vaccine at BENU Pharmacies, marking significant progress in preventing HPV-related diseases among adults.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph {\"fontSize\":\"small\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size\">At the same time, Power to Protect continues to raise awareness about HPV prevention through interactive Lunch &amp; Learn sessions, the HPV Ambassador Program (now with 185 active members), as well as educational newsletters and videos targeting young adults, parents, and women up to 45 years old.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph {\"fontSize\":\"small\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size\">Together, these efforts strengthen MSD Switzerland\u2019s commitment to employee engagement, well-being, and public health \u2014 empowering individuals with knowledge, access to vaccination, and preventive care to advance health equity and cancer prevention across Switzerland.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:column -->\n\n<!-- wp:column -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-column\"><!-- wp:image {\"id\":9846,\"sizeSlug\":\"full\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\",\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.msd.ch\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/42\/2025\/10\/OSI-EMPL-DEI.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9846\" \/><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"textAlign\":\"left\",\"level\":4,\"style\":{\"elements\":{\"link\":{\"color\":{\"text\":\"#69b8f7\"}}},\"color\":{\"text\":\"#69b8f7\"}}} -->\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left has-text-color has-link-color\" style=\"color:#69b8f7\"><strong>Diversity, Equity &amp; Inclusion (DE&amp;I)<\/strong><\/h4>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph {\"fontSize\":\"small\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size\">At MSD, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&amp;I) are top priorities, reflected in our commitment at the highest company levels. In Switzerland, we actively promote pay equity and sustainable gender parity, with the goal of achieving a balanced 50-50% gender representation across all roles.<br><br>To advance gender equality, MSD Switzerland partners with Advance, a leading Swiss business association for gender equality. Internally, our Gender Parity Workstream drives key initiatives such as the Inclusive Leader Journey training and Female Listening Circles, helping to create a more inclusive and empowering workplace culture.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph {\"fontSize\":\"small\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size\">Since 2022, MSD Switzerland has also been a proud supporter of Zurich Pride, a peaceful political demonstration that commemorates the 1969 Stonewall uprising, marking the beginning of the global LGBTQ+ civil rights movement. Through this ongoing engagement, we reaffirm our commitment to diversity, equality, and respect for all.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:column -->\n\n<!-- wp:column -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-column\"><!-- wp:image {\"id\":9847,\"sizeSlug\":\"full\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\",\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.msd.ch\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/42\/2025\/10\/OSI-EMPL-Volunteering.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9847\" \/><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"textAlign\":\"left\",\"level\":4,\"style\":{\"elements\":{\"link\":{\"color\":{\"text\":\"#69b8f7\"}}},\"color\":{\"text\":\"#69b8f7\"}}} -->\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left has-text-color has-link-color\" style=\"color:#69b8f7\"><strong><strong>Volunteering<\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph {\"fontSize\":\"small\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size\">Through MSD\u2019s Corporate Volunteering Program, employees can dedicate up to 40 working hours per year to support non-profit and charitable organizations. 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This inclusive initiative ensures that both mothers and fathers have equal opportunity to care for their child, strengthen family bonds, and balance professional and personal responsibilities.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph {\"fontSize\":\"small\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size\">Through policies like these, MSD Switzerland continues to build a diverse, equitable, and supportive workplace, where every employee is empowered to thrive\u2014both at work and at home.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/div>\n<!-- \/wp:column -->\n\n<!-- wp:column -->\n<div class=\"wp-block-column\"><!-- wp:image {\"id\":9849,\"scale\":\"cover\",\"sizeSlug\":\"full\",\"linkDestination\":\"none\",\"align\":\"center\"} -->\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img src=\"https:\/\/www.msd.ch\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/42\/2025\/10\/OSI-EMPL-PinkRibbonWalk.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-9849\" style=\"object-fit:cover\" \/><\/figure>\n<!-- \/wp:image -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading {\"textAlign\":\"left\",\"level\":4,\"style\":{\"elements\":{\"link\":{\"color\":{\"text\":\"#69b8f7\"}}},\"color\":{\"text\":\"#69b8f7\"}}} -->\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-left has-text-color has-link-color\" style=\"color:#69b8f7\"><strong>LiveEarnGrow<\/strong><\/h4>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph {\"fontSize\":\"small\"} -->\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size\">The MSD Switzerland employee engagement and well-being program, LiveEarnGrow, is a comprehensive initiative dedicated to cultivating a collaborative, inclusive, and healthy workplace culture. 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