Fraser & Neave Holdings Bhd Annual Report 2019

A N N U A L R E P O R T 2 0 1 9 05 Sustainability Report 127 At F&NHB, we believe that sustainable business development occurs when our communities develop alongside us. This means that we direct our investments to create value where the strengths of our business intersect with the needs of society. 3. ENHANCING SOCIAL WELL-BEING 4 MAIN THEMATIC AREAS Strengthening Vulnerable Groups Inequality of wealth and opportunity is a major global challenge. Our consumers and employees come from all segments of society, and inequality undermines the development and potential of both our business and our communities. To take leadership in tackling this issue, we have chosen to focus on strengthening vulnerable groups such as underprivileged children. Through investing in educational programmes including both technical skills and soft skills, F&NHB works towards promoting a more equal society, diversity and social inclusion where business and society together flourish. Spreading Festive Cheer In addition to basic needs and environmental sustainability, our community development programme includes a priority related to our brand promise, which is delivering ‘Pure Enjoyment, Pure Goodness’ to all. We believe that spreading festive cheers helps our communities connect with each other and strengthen relationships between different cultures. Here, we aim to promote diversity and fosters national unity in our communities. Promoting Environmental Consciousness While companies have a critical role to play in minimising our environmental footprint, sustainable development means a partnership, including behavioural changes at the individual level. Besides maintaining eco-efficiency in our operations (see pages 68-82), we have taken the task of promoting environmental consciousness in our communities as another priority. Promoting Sports & Active Lifestyles As a food and beverage business, F&NHB’s products contribute to the health and well-being of our communities. Therefore, we consider it our obligation to facilitate responsible consumption and balanced lifestyles. This is mostly accomplished through the consumption of F&NHB products to maintain a healthy lifestyle in line with consumer needs. We also prioritise community investments which support sports and active lifestyles to better care for our consumers while also creating value for communities. 03 01 02 04 100% of our operations in Malaysia and Thailand with implemented local community engagement, impact assessment and development programmes Social investment in FY2019 > RM 1 million children and youths participated in grassroot sports programmes Over 50,000 2019 School Recycling Programme More than 2.35 million kg of recyclables were collected Spread wings to 13 states in Malaysia Reached 756 schools this year