At Polifarma, we consider equal opportunity to be one of the fundamental pillars of our sustainable human resources approach and corporate culture. Across all areas of our organization—from production and management to R&D and field operations—we support inclusive and equality-driven practices that strengthen women’s participation in the workplace.We are recognized among leading companies in various studies and assessments evaluating women’s representation across the workforce, management, and STEM fields. With women representing 53.8% of our workforce, 32.7% of our managers, 40% of our Board of Directors, and 55% of employees in STEM roles, we continue to foster an organizational structure that supports stronger representation of women in science, production, technology, and decision-making processes.In line with our commitment to equal opportunity, we uphold the principle of equality throughout recruitment, career development, talent management, and leadership processes, while continuing to develop sustainable practices that empower our employees to realize their full potential.
DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION
‘We maintain our commitment to our principles of
#Diversity
#Equity
and
#Inclusion
across all our processes, so that everyone can work happily while embracing their individual values and authentic selves.”We envision a workplace where everyone has equal opportunities. Within Polifarma’s corporate culture, we foster a working environment where everyone can come together with mutual respect and a sense of belonging.Starting with our talent attraction processes and extending across our entire organization, we believe that employees thrive when they can remain true to their values, discover their potential, and have equal and inclusive opportunities to achieve personal and professional fulfillment.For this reason, we challenge conventional approaches to uphold and strengthen these principles. We evaluate talent solely on the basis of competencies, qualifications, and capabilities, ensuring that equal opportunity remains at the heart of our people practices.
“Respect for People” begins with respect for their dignity and rights! We do not tolerate any form of discrimination based on race, religion, language, gender, age, color, or any other reason — nor do we allow it. We define diversity as a source of richness. Our behaviors reflect this understanding, and we encourage all Polifarma employees to do the same.
We assess talents equally and evaluate them under the same conditions and criteria. We ensure equal opportunity throughout all our talent management processes.
We implement end-to-end, bias-free process management. We provide training and carry out initiatives to raise awareness among our employees on this topic.
We believe in gender equality — and more importantly, we implement it. We actively support and educate our employees on this issue. We are proud to be a company where over 50% of our employees are women, and we take great pride in the leadership success of our female team members.
We thrive on diversity and encourage openness to different perspectives. We train our employees to embrace diverse views and embed respect for differences into our corporate culture.
PF Women Club
We regularly host special webinars and initiatives that bring together our amazing women employees — celebrating their achievements and empowering their growth. At Polifarma, we welcome women who break the mold and support them in every role across our organization. We take great pride in their success. We are strong advocates of gender equality, and we are fully aware that our principles and practices must reflect this commitment. That’s why we organize development programs and training sessions to help women maintain success not only in their professional roles but also in their personal lives — including roles like motherhood.
CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
In line with our corporate social responsibility approach, we aim to create sustainable value across a wide range of areas, from education and the environment to animal welfare and initiatives that strengthen social solidarity. While implementing social responsibility projects that contribute to students’ educational journeys, we also prioritize initiatives aimed at improving the living conditions of disadvantaged groups and supporting environmental sustainability.Through our employee volunteering clubs and social responsibility initiatives, we continue to create value for society, the environment, and future generations. Guided by our “We Stand by Life” philosophy, we aim to extend our commitment beyond healthcare and make a positive impact across all aspects of life.
İlaç Gibi Book Club
The İlaç Gibi Book Club was established to bring together employees who share an interest in books, foster social interaction, and encourage a stronger reading culture through activities that support personal and professional development.At the same time, the Club places social impact at the heart of its activities. Through collaborations with other organizations and social responsibility initiatives, it aims to contribute to community development while also enriching the diversity of Polifarma’s corporate library.
İlaç Gibi Project – Erzurum Kongur Özge Kılıç Primary School
The İlaç Gibi Project, initiated by Polifarma’s İlaç Gibi Book Club and brought to life through the collective efforts of Polifarma employees, provided meaningful support to students at Erzurum Kongur Özge Kılıç Primary School.Employees from Polifarma’s three different locations came together to personally prepare and send gifts designed both to bring joy to the students and to meet their educational needs.The project was inspired by the story of Özge Kılıç, a young teacher who tragically lost her life at the age of 26 in a traffic accident while traveling to Erzurum for her first teaching assignment. Inspired by her story, 69 Polifarma volunteers from 15 different departments joined forces to prepare educational gifts for 45 students attending Erzurum Kongur Özge Kılıç Primary School, helping to support and enrich their learning experience.
Green Collars Club
The Green Collars Club was established to bring together employees who share a vision for a sustainable future, raise environmental awareness, encourage sustainable living habits, and create value for both the environment and society through volunteer-driven initiatives.
Through awareness-raising activities, social responsibility projects, and environmental initiatives, the Club aims to strengthen the culture of sustainability across our organization, support our employees’ awareness and development in this field, and create lasting value for a more livable future through a shared sense of responsibility.
Polifarma Launches a Meaningful Environmental Project for World Water Day
On the occasion of World Water Day, March 22, we carried out a meaningful social responsibility initiative led by our Green Collars Club, which operates with the voluntary participation of our employees and the support of our Sustainability Committee.
To draw attention to the importance of protecting freshwater resources, raise awareness of the global water crisis, and strengthen environmental responsibility, we organized a waste collection activity at Türkmenli Water Reservoir in collaboration with Marmaraereğlisi Municipality and TESKİ.
At Polifarma, we see sustainability not merely as a goal, but as an integral part of the way we do business. Guided by our We Stand by Life philosophy, we believe that protecting nature means protecting our future, and we remain committed to taking responsibility for a cleaner and more livable world.
A Warm Winter, Strong Solidarity in Collaboration with Kapaklı Municipality!
As part of the Warm Winter Project, initiated by our Green Collars Club, we were pleased to deliver the donations collected through the clothing donation box placed at our company in collaboration with **Kapaklı Municipality** to people in need.
With the support of our employees, the collected clothing and textile items were delivered to the **Kapaklı Municipality Sevgi Eli Charity Store**, where people in need can access essential clothing and textile products free of charge.
We sincerely thank all our colleagues who contributed through their donations and helped strengthen this spirit of solidarity. Together, we will continue to support kindness, sharing, and a more sustainable future.
The Most Heartwarming Gathering of the Year: A 1.5-Hour Pause for Love
As the Polipatiseverler Club, we visited the Doğa ve Hayvanseverler Derneği (DOHAS) and shared truly heartwarming moments with our four-legged friends.Tails wagged, hearts melted, and even in a short time, we experienced moments filled with love and emotion. We also supported our furry friends by providing external parasite treatments to help protect their health and well-being.
PatiFest – Internal Social Responsibility Festival, Winner of the “Most Successful Internal Communication of the Year” Award
First launched in 2024, PatiFest was brought to life with the active participation of our employees. During the festival, various products created by our club members were offered for sale, while ticketed mini-games and paid activities attracted participation and generated proceeds beyond our initial expectations.The funds raised were used to provide new shelters for our animal friends living at the Çorlu DOHAS (Doğa ve Hayvanseverler Derneği) shelter area. On October 4, World Animal Day, our team visited the site and delivered the shelters.In addition, the treatment expenses of two cats were covered, and both were successfully rehomed.Through PatiFest, the Polipatiseverler Club achieved an important milestone by bringing home the first award for both the club and Polifarma’s employee clubs.
Feeding Program at Two Different Locations on World Stray Animals Day
As part of World Stray Animals Day, our volunteer teams carried out food distribution and feeding activities at our Tekirdağ and Çorlu locations, supporting stray animals and contributing to their well-being.
