Vodafone Qatar has participated in the Qatar Social Responsibility Week (QSRW) 2024 as a strategic partner.
The annual event, coinciding with World Social Responsibility Day, aimed to highlight and promote the efforts of both the private and public sectors in contributing to Qatar’s sustainability goals.
The partnership aligns with Vodafone Qatar’s ongoing efforts to foster collaboration between public and private entities, including the Ministry of Social Development and Family, to achieve sustainability objectives that support Qatar’s national strategy for social responsibility.
Representing Vodafone Qatar, chief human resources officer Khames Mohammed al-Naimi and legal director Dany Chrabieh, delivered keynote speeches highlighting the company’s contributions to sustainability, digital inclusion, and cultural enrichment in Qatar, as well as the importance of embedding these values into the company’s operations.
In his opening remarks, al-Naimi emphasised the strategic importance of the partnership to the success of Qatar Social Responsibility Week, and how this collaboration promotes a culture of social responsibility in Qatar by reinforcing the principles of sustainability and social responsibility, aligned with Qatar National Vision 2030.
Al-Naimi further elaborated on the pivotal role the private sector plays in supporting government efforts to achieve comprehensive development.
He pointed out that social responsibility is not just an ethical obligation but an essential component of any company’s sustainable growth and development strategy in the country. He emphasised Vodafone’s commitment to this approach through its initiatives in environmental conservation, sports promotion, and the advancement of sustainable technology.
During a panel discussion, Chrabieh highlighted the critical role that telecommunications service providers play in shaping modern society in the digital age. He emphasised that corporate social responsibility is deeply embedded in Vodafone Qatar’s corporate strategy, which is evident in the company’s ongoing efforts to develop youth talent, promote sports, and support cultural initiatives in partnership with local organisations.
Chrabieh also touched on the legal framework established by Qatar to promote social responsibility, noting that these laws aim to support community activities, which contribute to fostering sustainable development and enhancing the well-being of Qatari society.
Vodafone Qatar chief human resources officer Khames Mohammed al-Naimi
Vodafone Qatar legal director Dany Chrabieh.