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value “Protecting the Group's roots in Occitania and supporting the economic, social and cultural growth of the region are what underpin the core values established by Mr. Pierre Fabre. This local presence also gives a powerful advantage to the Group’s Green Mission: working in short distribution circuits with local producers, farming our own land, opting for sustainable organic methods, and helping maintain biodiversity by protecting our sites are just some of the actions made possible by this heritage and are part of our very DNA. These local roots are a source of pride for our employees and truly set the Group apart from others.” Florence Guillaume Director of Green Mission Pierre Fabre “Our long-term relationship with Pierre Fabre is a good illustration of the close links it forges with patients and patient associations, year after year! For us, that means a lot because as a small charity we aren't eligible for government grants... It is interesting to see that beyond the historical and close links that it fosters locally with charities such as ours, beyond its commitment to the “Made in France” concept and its origins, Pierre Fabre is keen to forge close links with other countries such as China, in order to better understand its patients - and its consumers - and meet their needs.” Anne Audouze President of Association Ichtyose France CREATING VALUE 39 Creating IN THE EYES OF... OUR