- On the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, Novartis Slovenia continues to raise awareness of the visible and invisible potential of people with disabilities and promotes an inclusive culture.
- The company has joined the global Positively Purple campaign, reinforcing its commitment to equality, fairness, and inclusion.
- In Ljubljana, the day was marked with a purple illumination of the office building, a “Living Library” workshop, and a culinary surprise by Druga violina.
Ljubljana, December 3, 2025 – On the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, Novartis Slovenia once again highlighted the importance of including people with disabilities and their contribution to workplace diversity. As part of the global Positively Purple campaign, the main office building in Ljubljana was lit up in purple – a colour symbolising support for people with disabilities and the strengthening of an inclusive culture.
The International Day of Persons with Disabilities, observed on 3 December, this year carries the theme “Empowering leadership of persons with disabilities for an inclusive and sustainable future.” To mark the occasion, Novartis organized the workshop “Living Library – Building Bridges of Empathy Through Conversation,” where individuals with various disabilities shared their life stories. The event gave employees direct insight into the challenges and opportunities that disability brings and encouraged open dialogue.
A special culinary treat was provided by representatives of the social enterprise Druga violina, which employs people with disabilities. This further emphasized Novartis’ commitment to inclusion within the wider community.
Global commitment to inclusion
Novartis once again joined the global Positively Purple campaign, which raises awareness of different forms of disability and promotes equality and fairness. In addition to Ljubljana, Novartis locations in Basel, Hyderabad, and Shanghai also turned purple, sending a clear message about the company’s dedication to creating an inclusive work environment.
A culture that values diversity
“At Novartis, we believe that diversity and inclusion strengthen innovation and success. Through activities marking the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, we aim to foster understanding and empathy and create an environment where every individual feels accepted,” emphasized Tamara Barič, lead of the employee resource group for disability inclusion at Novartis Slovenia.