The Arabia CSR Network has announced the commencement of the 17th cycle of the ‘Arabia CSR & Sustainability Awards’. This year also marks 20 years of operation for the Arabia CSR Network.
In her opening address, Habiba Al Mar’ashi – Founder, President & CEO of Arabia CSR Network, noted that the rebranding of the awards to “the Arabia CSR & Sustainability Awards”, emphasises an expanded focus on sustainability beyond corporate social responsibility and highlighted the addition of a new category.
These changes, it was shared, reflect the evolving landscape of responsible and sustainable business practices nationally, regionally and globally.
The new award category is dedicated to the Academic Sector; the Education Sector, underlining the critical role educational institutions play in shaping sustainable practices, building capacity and fostering a culture of responsibility in the educational sector.
Speaking about the milestones and changes in 2024, Al Mar’ashi said: “As we embark on the 17th cycle, we are thrilled to announce the rebranding to “Arabia CSR & Sustainability Awards”, a testament to our commitment to continue fostering sustainability and corporate responsibility across diverse sectors in this region.
The inclusion of the Education Sector category reflects our recognition of the pivotal role education plays in shaping a sustainable future. Celebrating 20 years of the Arabia CSR Network adds a layer of significance, highlighting our enduring dedication to driving positive change in the region.”
The 17th cycle continues to maintain a diverse range of categories, reaching 16 in total with the new addition.
The categories include Public Sector Category; with Small, Medium and Large Organisations, New Business Category, The Business Sector, which also has three categories; Large, Medium & Small and industry-specific sectors such as Energy, Financial Services, Social Enterprise, Construction, Hospitality, Healthcare, Automotive Industry, Partnerships & Collaborations, and the newly added Education Sector.