The Modern Slavery Statement 2023, issued by Beiersdorf Australia Ltd (a subsidiary linked to the Nivea brand), outlines the company's commitment to upholding human rights, preventing forced and child labor, and ensuring robust supply chain audits. The document details measures such as regular risk assessments, supplier audits using platforms like EcoVadis IQ, and a strict Code of Conduct that all business partners must adhere to, emphasizing transparency and ethical business practices.

Beiersdorf UK, the parent of Nivea, approved a comprehensive Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Statement on June 7, 2024, reinforcing its updated Code of Conduct for Business Partners that prohibits forced labor and child labor, and mandates supplier audits and employee training to ensure human rights compliance.

After previously sponsoring Chicago Pride with its 'Be proud in your skin' initiative, Nivea is not listed as a sponsor this year. This pullback in visible support for the LGBTQ community comes amid a broader corporate trend of shrinking Pride sponsorships, potentially reflecting pressure from political forces aiming to curtail DEI initiatives.

On May 22, 2024, Nivea launched its 'Proud In Your Skin' campaign in partnership with PFLAG National. The initiative, which goes beyond promoting skincare, is a dedicated platform celebrating diversity, equity, and inclusion, and underscores Nivea's commitment to supporting marginalized communities.

NIVEA has detailed its sustainability efforts on its 'Honesty and Transparency' page, emphasizing ethical supply chain practices and the promotion of cruelty-free testing methods. The company has established a code of conduct for its suppliers based on the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, ILO Conventions, and OECD Guidelines, underlining its commitment to ethical business practices.

NIVEA has outlined its commitment to ethical supply chain practices by upholding human rights along its entire value chain, prohibiting forced or child labor, corruption, and discrimination. The company enforces binding internal and external codes of conduct to ensure that all parties in its supply chain meet these high ethical standards.

NIVEA, a Beiersdorf brand, launched its 'Proud in Your Skin' campaign aimed at reducing loneliness among LGBTQ individuals amid rising anti-LGBTQ challenges. The campaign highlights the company's commitment to inclusion and social responsibility in a climate of increasing marginalization of the LGBTQ community.

NIVEA has published a statement on its website outlining its commitment to responsible sourcing, emphasizing human rights along the entire value chain and the rejection of forced labor, child labor, corruption, and discrimination. The company highlights both internal and external codes of conduct as part of its ethical practices.

Nivea highlights its commitment to sustainability by ensuring FSC-certified packaging materials for its skin care products and promoting better working conditions across its supply chain. The initiative aims to combat deforestation and bolster ethical production practices, reflecting a progressive and responsible business approach.

Nivea's 'White Is Purity' ad campaign attracted white supremacist groups, leading to widespread criticism. The company later issued a 2011 apology stating the campaign was inappropriate and reaffirming its commitment to diversity and equal opportunity.