Watsons Ukraine organised a special day for the children and women at the City of Goodness shelter, creating unforgettable moments. The children enjoyed exciting science experiments and games that filled the air with joy. A makeup workshop for the women offered relaxation and inspiration, helping them embrace confidence and beauty. Additionally, Watsons Ukraine collected books for the children, introducing them to new fairy-tale worlds, and donated daily necessities to enhance their everyday comfort.
Watsons Hong Kong has collaborated with Colgate to launch the first toothpaste tube take-back programme, "Small Acts - Big Smiles." This programme aims to collect toothpaste tubes from any brand for recycling, transforming them into valuable resources. Recyclable components will be converted into stationery for underprivileged children, while non-recyclables will be repurposed into building materials, making a positive impact on the environment.
Watsons Malaysia hosted the Watsons Get Active Jom Sihat Carnival 2024, promoting a healthy lifestyle in conjunction with Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The event attracted over 8,000 participants and celebrated the 10th anniversary of the Watsons Get Active. The carnival kicked off with a fun run, followed by yoga sessions, exciting lucky draws, and a healthy cooking demonstration. Customers had the chance to explore over 30 vibrant booths at the Health & Beauty Bazaar, offering product samples, wellness services, and a variety of engaging activities.
Watsons Hong Kong boasts an impressive recycling programme that has successfully recycled 1.2 million empty bottles over the past four years, equivalent to the height of 722 IFC buildings.
World Pharmacists Day is on 25 September, and it’s an annual opportunity to call out the great work pharmacists do every day.
“On this special day, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to more than 3,000 pharmacists and over 9,000 health professionals who work with AS Watson around the world, making our retail network a preferred destination for trusted health advice, health services and products,” said Dr. Malina Ngai, Group CEO of AS Watson.
To support the “IncluSEN Community Day” organised by the InspiringHK Sports Foundation, Watsons Hong Kong Health Professional Team participated to enhance public understanding of children with special educational needs (SEN). Watsons’ passionate registered dietitians and Chinese medicine practitioners brought energy and expertise to the event. They delivered engaging health talks that shared tips on acupressure and nutritional diets for children. Additionally, the team created fun, interactive health games that made learning enjoyable for everyone.
AS Watson Group Retail Academy Qualifications Framework (QF) Recognised Qualifications Presentation Ceremony was held in the Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU). AS Watson Group Retail Academy is proud to nurture more than 5,200 retail talents in the past five years, providing them with an opportunity to apply their learning to work and develop their own retail career paths.
Watsons Indonesia has teamed up with Nature's Way to host a Weekend Fun Run at Gelora Bung Karno, promoting public health through a healthy lifestyle. This event is tailored for running enthusiasts eager to master proper running techniques. Participants enjoyed a refreshing run through the city, and as a gesture of appreciation, all attendees received a goodie bag as a gift.