SUPPORTING SOCIAL PROJECTS IS A CRUCIAL PART OF OUR CORPORATE RESPONSIBILITY. TO THIS END, WE PARTICIPATE IN OVER 50 CHARITABLE PROJECTS - GET THERE
OUR WORKING ENVIRONMENT IS DEFINED BY DIVERSITY, INTEGRATION AND LIFELONG LEARNING.
OUR EMPLOYEES ARE OUR GREATEST RESOURCE. ONLY WITH THEM CAN WE CONTINUE TO BE PIONEERS IN CSR.
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WORKING FOR SCHWALBE
As of December 31, 2023, the Schwalbe Group numbered 280 employees. This constitutes a change of five personnel over the previous year (275). Our corporate culture expressly emphasizes the inestimable value of our employees to the success of the company. We nurture an environment where everyone can feel appreciated and motivated to provide top performance.
OUR WORKING ENVIRONMENT GIVES CREATIVE MINDS AND PEOPLE WHO WANT TO ACHIEVE SOMETHING ULTIMATE FREEDOM.
GIOVANNA SALVATO
Head of Human Resources at Schwalbe
As procurator she is part of the extended management board.
"Our personnel strongly identify with Schwalbe which promotes loyalty and commitment within the team. Our CSR initiatives are central to our recruiting strategy"
WE ARE PASSIONATELY COMMITTED TO THE FURTHER DEVELOPMENT OF OUR PERSONNEL.
We invest in further training of our managers and employees. Special management seminars and modular continuing education programs help to strengthen our teams’ skill and expertise.
DIVERSITY IS A KEY ELEMENT OF OUR CORPORATE CULTURE AND CREATES A WORKING ENVIRONMENT THAT PROMOTES TOLERANCE AND CULTURAL VARIETY.
WE ENCOURAGE CYCLING TO WORK. USING YOUR BIKE TO GET TO THE OFFICE IS GOOD FOR YOUR HEALTH AND HELPS TO PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT.
WE COMMIT OURSELVES TO OUR RESPONSIBILITY TO SOCIETY IN MANY DIFFERENT WAYS. SPONSORING CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE IS ESPECIALLY IMPORTANT TO US.
MANY FORMS OF COMMITMENT
At Schwalbe we take our responsibility to society seriously and are active in various fields to bring about positive change. One focus is on creating opportunities for children and young people. Schwalbe’s Children’s Advisory Council allows the children of our employees to themselves decide on the funding of various children’s aid projects in a democratic process.
OUR COMMITMENT TO SPORT AND THE ARTS
SCHWALBE ARENA AND THEATRE
In 2013, the Schwalbe Arena was opened, a state-of-the-art sports and event location. Top-class sport can be played at the highest international level here and the facility can also be used for amateur and school sports. We also support Schauspielhaus Bergneustadt, one of the best-known theatres in the Bergisches Land that has been awarded the renowned theatre prize by the German federal state of North Rhine-Westphalia.
WHEELCHAIR BASKETBALL, TTC SCHWALBE BERGNEUSTADT AND VFL GUMMERSBACH
We are a premium partner of German wheelchair basketball and support the national teams. Our cooperation with table tennis club TTC Schwalbe Bergneustadt enjoys a long tradition. In addition, Schwalbe is an exclusive partner to the VfL Gummersbach sports club that became famous thanks to the success of its first-division handball team. Schwalbe is also a sponsor of outstanding talent and international Julian Köster.
FOR US, CYCLING IS PART OF OUR EVERYDAY CULTURE. WE ENTHUSIASTICALLY SUPPORT THIS MOST ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY AND HEALTHY FORM OF MOBILITY.
THE BICYCLE: FUTURE-PROOF MOBILITY SOLUTION
The bicycle not only frees up our cities by causing less traffic and congestion; it also significantly helps to combat the climate and energy crisis.
PROMOTING CYCLING IN CITIES
Happily, more cities are recognizing the benefits of cycling and actively promoting it. Initiatives such as the increase in the number of cycle lanes, the creation of safe cycle parking facilities and the integration of bicycles into public transport systems are examples of how cycling can be made safer and more attractive.
PROMOTING CYCLING IS IN OUR DNA.
PROVIDING ALTERNATIVES TO COMMUTER TRAFFIC
We create specific incentives aimed at reducing commuter traffic by introducing internal premium systems for the use of bicycles. We also support cycling facilities at the Bikepark Winterberg and advocate the further expansion of footpaths and cycle lanes in the Oberbergisch district. We want to function as a role model and show how a cycling culture can be promoted within an organization. In doing so, we see ourselves as drivers and co-creators of the mobility revolution. Even if we have already implemented numerous measures in this respect (see People – motivation and perspectives), we are constantly striving to improve.
COOPERATION FOR THE MOBILITY REVOLUTION
We cooperate with numerous initiatives, organizations, NGOs, universities, and associations because we are convinced that commitment and support are crucial in driving the mobility revolution. This applies at both a political and social level.
THE AIM OF THE FOUNDATION IS TO PROMOTE MOBILTY EQUALITY THROUGHOUT GERMANY.
CHARITABLE SCHWALBE FOUNDATION STARTS WORK
At the time of writing, the subject of mobility equality is not being paid enough attention by the public and political parties. We want to change this. Together with partners from civil society, business, politics, and research, we advocate fair, sustainable and inclusive future mobility.
THE BICYCLE AS THE KEY TO MORE MOBILITY EQUALITY
We see the bicycle as a central element of and key to a fair mobility revolution. It helps to break down mobility barriers by providing an inexpensive, easy-to-use, space-saving mobility option that is accessible to practically all sections of the population – from children and young adults to older people, also those without a driving license.
MATTERS CLOSE TO OUR HEART IN OUR REGION – THE BERGISCHES LAND
In addition to its Germany-wide focus on mobility equality, the Schwalbe Foundation is also increasing its commitment to our local region – the Bergisches Land. With the help of a regional sponsorship fund, as of 2024 initiatives, projects and ideas from our staff and committed members of the public will be supported in our local area.
