The German Minister for Labour and Social Affairs, Franz Müntefering, has awarded Bayer the "Shaping Employment - Companies Demonstrate Responsibility Award" in the category "Prospects for Young People" in recognition of its commitment to vocational training. The jury, comprising high-ranking representatives of politics, labour unions, and business and academia, singled out Bayer for the award because of its special training program for less able youngsters. This programme prepares socially and educationally disadvantaged young people for vocational training courses. 161 companies from all sectors were considered for the award.

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