The Johnson and Johnson Stems Collars programme was developed
in 2020 in response to the diversity gap in the talent pool
for career development within the Emir Innovation Centre in
London, UK specifically for black talent.
We recognised that we had a responsibility and the
capability to breakdown barriers to career access and be a
catalyst for more equity in our industry championed by the
J&J Innovation Centre.
Together with the GCI team in the UK, we developed the two
phase five year programme to help 25 high potential black
students build a better understanding of the healthcare
and life sciences industry and tools to access them careers.
We've had incredible support from across the company with
over 60 employees offering their time to take part in workshops
and be mentors.
We truly believe this programme exemplifies our approach to DE
and I, creating impact at the grassroots level and helping to
build a more representative workforce that reflects the
diversity of our patients and customers.
Thank you for recognising the hard work and passion of the
team and everyone involved in this programme.