Saudi Arabia’s NEOM confers awards
on stakeholders for outstanding contributions
NEOM, the visionary sustainable
development in northwest Saudi Arabia, hosted its first-ever NEOM Social
Responsibility Awards ceremony on Wednesday, August 14. Organized by NEOM
Social Responsibility (NEOM SR), the event recognized the exceptional
contributions made by NEOM’s employees, sectors, departments, partners, and
communities in the region.
Congratulating the winners, NEOM CEO
Nadhmi Al-Nasr stated: “Our dedication to social responsibility is deeply rooted
in our core values and aligns perfectly with NEOM's vision and the goals of
Saudi Vision 2030. Sustainability is one of NEOM’s foundational pillars,
driving us to innovate and take actions that create lasting, positive impacts.
The remarkable efforts of our teams and individuals in fostering meaningful
change underscore our commitment to building a sustainable future that benefits
not just our communities, but our entire nation. We are proud to celebrate
these contributions, which embody our shared vision for a prosperous and
inclusive future.”
The ceremony saw attendance from
NEOM executives, employees, business partners, school students, and members of
the local NEOM and Tabuk communities. Nineteen winners were celebrated across
three primary award categories: NEOM Sectors, NEOM Partners, and NEOM
Individuals. Additionally, there were five sub-categories: NEOM Employees, NEOM
Families, NEOM Community School Students, Partner Employees, and Local
Community members.
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In the NEOM Sectors category, the winners
were NEOM Operations, THE LINE proponent, and Oxagon. The NEOM Partners
category honored Nesma & Partners, Ernst & Young [EY], and King Fahd
University for Petroleum and Minerals (KFUPM). The NEOM Individuals category
recognized 13 individuals, including Bader Aljishi, Waleed BinSalman, Farida
Qtishat, Salima Rahim, Juanita van Tonder, Gunay Aghayeva, Amarah Rahim, Aritom
Pokidysevn, Nadirah Rahim, Thadickal V Joydas, Sultan Alharbi, Reema Alfakhri,
and Anas Alshafi.
The NEOM Social Responsibility Awards
were established to spotlight best practices and outstanding contributions from
individuals and institutions dedicated to social responsibility. Aligned with
NEOM's mission to empower local communities and enhance human capacity through
sustainable initiatives, the awards aim to inspire broader participation in
social projects by individuals and enterprises alike.
These awards are a significant
milestone in NEOM SR’s mission to accelerate progress, enhance the quality of
life, and add value to the communities of NEOM and Tabuk. In 2023, NEOM’s
social responsibility programs benefited 50,000 people. A total of 26 projects
were awarded to companies in Tabuk, and 583 individuals from NEOM and Tabuk
secured employment opportunities. Additionally, NEOM introduced its first
integrated volunteering ecosystem, engaging over 1,300 volunteers across 68
different opportunities to serve their communities.
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Through its role as a driver of
socioeconomic growth, NEOM SR fosters a culture of social responsibility across
NEOM and its regions, inspiring all stakeholders to contribute to building
responsible communities. These efforts underscore NEOM’s commitment to the
overarching goals of Saudi Vision 2030 and its dedication to creating a legacy
that improves the world for future generations.
Source: Neom
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