The best cure for a lonely heart is laughter and the company of great people. And this is proven to be true when CSR Malaysia and Mitrajaya Holdings Berhad recently paid the residents of House of Joy in Puchong a visit. The residents at House of Joy were delightfully...
Starbucks Malaysia celebrated its 17th Anniversary with 17 NGOs consisting of orphanages, shelter homes and other charitable organizations. There were parties for the children, customers, local personalities and partners. These nationwide parties organised in Kuala Lumpur, Selangor, Johor, Penang, Sabah and Sarawak saw magicians, musicians and other entertainers adding much life and excitement for the children and guests who attended.
In conjunction to the new opening of WismaPhytoScience in Bandar BaruBangi, PhytoScience founder, Tan Sri Dato’ Sri Lai TeckPeng presented donations to two local community organizations in order for them to continue to inspire and help many others to achieve physical wellness and financial excellence. Besides making the donation, the company also launched its “Phyto Angel Convoy Charity” event, a showcase of its commitment in giving back to society.
In conjunction with World Diabetes Day, Pantai Hospital Klang (PHK) organised its first community cycling event, “Pantai Blue Ride 2015”. The event came with the theme “Act Today! Fight diabetes!” and was held to raise community awareness in combating diabetes and related high-risk conditions. Over 1,100 cyclists gathered outside Big Mall Shopping Centre for the flag-off. The cyclists completed a 20km-route around Klang and Pandamaran areas. Supporters who were gathered to cheer the riders had the opportunity to enjoy free health screening and health consultation sessions.
KFC Malaysia recently made a special KFC delivery to RumahBaktiDato’ Harun in Ampang and brought joy and smiles to some 40 underprivileged children. The occasion was made all the more merrier by Malaysia’s renowned celebrity couple SchaAlyahya and AwalAshaari who delivered the food, as well as being the hosts at the party. The children were treated to a magic show, singing and dancing performances before tucking into a generous spread of KFC meals with their guardians and all the KFC team members present.
Recently, one hundred and one children from three orphanage homes; Rumah Syafiyyah, Rumah Yatim Sri Sai Selangor and House of Love were treated to a joyful day at IOI City Mall, Putrajaya hosted by the IOI Group in conjunction with the recent Christmas celebrations. Besides the exciting animal rides provided by Zoo Mov, the children have received numerous complimentary giveaways in the form of colourful balloons, fancy towels and many others.
The All Women’s Action Society (AWAM) held its third White Ribbon Run at Padang Merbok in Kuala Lumpur recently. The event attracted some 1,000 participants and they successfully brought home the point that gender-based violence (GBV) and violence against women (VAW) are not solely women’s rights issues rather human rights issues that all should be involved in addressing them. The event’s theme “The Story of a Generation” provided the platform for men and boys of all ages and walks of life to come together to break a “Chain of Violence”, symbolising the breaking down of the violence and varying burdens that women have to deal with on a daily basis.
Most Orang Asli communities live in remote and less developed parts of Peninsular Malaysia. The funds raised will be used to assist with community development and upliftment, non-formal education of women and children, leadership training, securing the Orang Asli’s livelihood, and strengthening their traditional culture. Additionally, the proceeds will be used to support the ancillary work of COAR in its role as an advocate of Orang Asli rights.
SOLS 24/7 Malaysia Director, Teacher Raj Ridvan Singh, has always believed technology can alleviate poverty ten times faster than any other solution. After years of pursuing this theory, he’s now championing a new age of social empowerment, providing free education and access to computers and internet for the underserved youth of Malaysia.
Magnum adopts a holistic approach towards being a responsible corporate citizen , and its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Initiatives address the multiple segments of the community’s needs, namely in the areas of education, medical, welfare and culture. Recently, CSR Malaysia takes a peek at Magnum Corporation Sdn Bhd’s CSR initiatives and its commitment in making a sustainable community.
Corporations ought to think seriously about providing childcare services (also known as creche) for the children of their employees at the workplace. While this gives much convenience and satisfation to the employees, the company has much to gain too in terms of higher productivity by staff, increased employee retention rates and reduced medical leaves taken to look after children.
OLDTOWN Children Care Fund (OCAF) was established on 14th June 2008 with the objective of sowing love, hope and purpose into the lives of orphaned, abandoned and vulnerable children around Malaysia. This aid fund is currently contributing to meet medical, educational and emergency expenses as well as short term living expenses to those in need.