Our Code of Conduct & Ethics

Valneva is committed to conducting business ethically and responsibly and in compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations. The Management Board and the Supervisory Board have adopted this Code of Conduct & Ethics, because they firmly believe it is in the long-term interest of Valneva for business to be conducted in compliance with the principles and Valneva values set out in the Code of Conduct & Ethics.

Valneva Code of Conduct & Ethics

Our Code of Conduct for Business Partners

As a signatory of the UN global compact, Valneva is committed to supporting and applying fundamental principles in the areas of human rights, labor, environmental protection, and anti-corruption. These principles, detailed in this Code of Conduct, are part and parcel of Valneva’s relations-management practices for current and future Business Partners.

Valneva Business Partners Code of Conduct

Our Compliance & Ethics Policies

The Corporate Compliance & Ethics framework at Valneva consists of additional policies including the Global Anti Bribery and Anti-Corruption Policy, the Global Conflicts of Interest Policy, the Data Protection Policy, the Global Anti-Harassment, Anti-Discrimination and Anti-Bullying Policy and the Non-Retaliation and Non-Retribution Policy.

Our Commitment to Human Rights

At Valneva, we are deeply committed to upholding human rights in everything we do, guided by the principles set out in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights, and the International Labour Organization’s Declaration on Fundamental Principles and Rights at Work. We believe in respecting human rights and actively addressing any challenges that may arise. Our policy outlines how these principles are integral to our operations and the steps wetake to promote  and protect human rights across our business. By prioritizing these values, we ensure that our actions reflect our commitment to ethical, responsible business practices, creating positive impacts for our employees, partners, and communities.

Valneva Human Rights Policy

Valneva Human Rights Statement

Our Care for Environmental, Occupational Safety and Health

Valneva aims for a safe and sustainable future by minimizing our environmental impact and promoting responsible actions. Valneva fosters a culture of accountability to prevent accidents, reduce health risks, and ensure a safe working environment for employees, contractors, and visitors. Valneva integrates sustainability into its business model by considering environmental and human impacts early in vaccine and product manufacturing.

Valneva Environmental, Occupational Safety and Health Policy

Our Commitment to Animal Welfare

Valneva is deeply committed to animal welfare, ensuring strict compliance through rigorous audits, expert oversight, and ethical best practices. Our dedicated Animal-welfare Body oversees every aspect of care, ensuring humane treatment and ethical testing while applying the highest industry standards, including the 3Rs principles (Replacement, Reduction, and Refinement). Through continuous monitoring and innovation, we strive to enhance animal welfare and refine research practices.

Valneva Animal Welfare Policy

Third Party Compliance Information

Valneva expects third-party suppliers, service providers, agents, consultants, distributors and business partners to also conduct business ethically and responsibly and in compliance with all applicable laws, rules and regulations.

Below are links to several short 5 – 8 minute training modules which provide valuable guidance with regard to anti-bribery and anti-corruption and related compliance topics including the Code of Conduct & Ethics, confidential information, gift giving, conflicts of interest and political activity.

If your company has been provided a questionnaire by Valneva to complete, you will be asked to certify that you have viewed all of the provided training modules below. Valneva thanks you for your active participation in its Corporate Compliance & Ethics program.

You may click on the links below to view each training module.

Valneva Anti-Corruption Basics for Third Parties

Valneva Anti-Corruption Reporting and Records for Third Parties 

Valneva Code of Conduct Basics

Valneva Confidential Information

Valneva Gift Giving & Receiving

Valneva Conflicts of Interest