Corporate Responsibility

Our primary focus at Sarepta is bringing life-altering medicines to rare disease patients around the world. The pillars that support our important mission are our 6 cultural values which permeate the hearts and minds of every Sarepta employee, who work tirelessly every day on behalf of the patients and families awaiting new treatments.

As a growing biotechnology company, our dedication to human health and our desire to make a positive impact in the world extends to our employees. We strive to deliver an inclusive environment and want the experience of every member of the Sarepta team to be positive, professionally rewarding and personally fulfilling.

Sarepta’s approach to sustainability is embodied in thoughtful action and meaningful progress on behalf of patients, the communities in which we live and work, environmental stewardship, and a belonging-focused employee experience across health, well-being, and professional development. Sarepta is dedicated to its sustainability efforts that drive value creation for all our stakeholders and are a steadfast part of our culture.

We encourage employees, prospective employees, investors and anyone who is interested in Sarepta to review our inaugural 2023 Report on Corporate Social Responsibility. The Report includes additional details on the programs and initiatives described on this page and marks an important step in our journey.

Download Sarepta's 2023 Report on Corporate Social Responsibility

Environmental Stewardship (E)

Our mission will always be delivering precision genetic medicines with urgency to patients, but we recognize opportunities to do our part in creating a healthy environment for patients, our people and communities.

We have published an environmental, health and safety policy, linked under our corporate governance documents, and sponsor a number of green initiatives such as sustainable commuter benefits, recycling programs and green lab initiatives.

Please refer to our inaugural Corporate Responsibility Report for details about our latest “E” data, programs and initiatives.

People, Culture and Society (S)

Our Cultural Values

Sarepta’s cultural values are the foundational behaviors that support the way we operate with the goal of bringing a better life to patients. At Sarepta, we value diverse and innovative self-starters who are committed to excellence and improving the lives of patients.

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Our Work on Behalf of Patients

We are committed to ensuring our innovations reach as many patients as possible, as quickly as possible. We believe it is our responsibility to act as a true partner with patient communities, both in the near- and long-term.

Programs

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SareptAssist is a patient support program designed to provide individuals with the information to navigate the process of starting and staying on therapy. This program is for individuals residing in the United States who are eligible for treatment with a Sarepta product.

SareptAlly is a global program designed to help patients, families, and physicians gain access to resources and information about Sarepta clinical trials and potential treatment options.

Patient Voice

We work every day to ensure the patient voice is incorporated into our work. We have dedicated professionals who make up our global Patient Affairs team and we regularly engage with the patient community through informational webinars, awareness and fundraising events such as community walks/runs and through ongoing dialogue at advocacy and scientific conferences around the globe. We also frequently invite a patient or member of the community to speak and spend part of the day with us at our quarterly All Employee Meetings.

Scholarships and Grants

As described in our Report, we have a number of robust philanthropic initiatives, including a Grants & Donations program, Sponsorships, Fellowships, Investigator-Initiated Studies, and Medical Education Grants.

Employee Resource Groups

Sarepta's Employee Resource Groups support our commitment to fostering an environment where all people have the opportunity to thrive.

DisCO: DisCO exists to amplify Sarepta’s culture of belonging and meritocracy by connecting the disability community; ensuring a disability-inclusiveness lens in how we work and igniting a positive culture for those who identify with a disability or are allies of the disability community.

HUES: Attracts, retains, and facilitates the development of Black employees by providing opportunities to grow and develop talented, engaged leaders who represent and reinforce the mission and vision of Sarepta. HUES also fosters and engages Black students in various communities to provide exposure to Sarepta and the sciences.

MULTI-CULTURAL ERG (M-ERG): Embraces, promotes and celebrates Sarepta’s cultural diversity and fosters a culture of inclusion and appreciation for employees of varied backgrounds.

PRIDE: Promotes a dynamic, welcoming, and friendly atmosphere for employees who identify as LGBTQIA+, along with allies, and provides members with a forum to promote a dynamic, welcoming, and friendly atmosphere while strengthening diversity and inclusion at Sarepta.

SAREPTA STRONG: Sarepta Strong is committed to demonstrating the One Sarepta cultural value by promoting health & wellness across the organization.

SAREPTA WOMEN’S ALLIANCE (SWA): Facilitates the development of women and allies by providing leadership opportunities to grow and develop talented, engaged leaders who represent and reinforce the mission and vision of Sarepta.

SPARK: Fuels employees’ career growth and development to cultivate industry leaders through networking and mentoring opportunities and forming meaningful connections within Sarepta and broader community.

Our Work in the Local Community

MDA walk Supporting and giving back to the communities in which we live and work are at the core of our values. Our initiatives are highlighted in our inaugural Report, including our support for local and patient communities and corporate sponsorships.

Our Dedication to Employees’ Health, Safety, Wellness and Ongoing Professional Development

We are committed to our employees and believe in the importance of supporting them in all aspects of their lives. We aspire to maintain a culture of wellness and development through a variety of programs.

Compensation, Benefits and Ongoing Professional Development

We understand that there is intense competition for qualified and specialized employees in our industry. To that end, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package that includes market competitive pay, broad-based equity grants and bonuses, healthcare benefits, retirement savings plans, paid time off and family leave, caregiving support, fitness subsidies, and an Employee Assistance Program. We also offer robust learning opportunities for employees at every stage in their career and provide annual training to employees on various topics.

Our employee training and ongoing education programs are described in more detail in our Report, which reflect our commitment to promoting a culture of continuous learning, growth and success.

Governance (G)

Sarepta’s Board of Directors appreciates that delivering on our mission over the long term involves corporate responsibility, including ESG. In furtherance of that belief, our Board works with our leadership team to oversee and execute Sarepta’s ESG initiatives and programs across the organization.

Integrity is a foundational element to Sarepta’s culture and business practices. Every employee is required to undergo regular compliance and ethics training courses.

Our Governance documents can be found below: