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ENOC supports UN's World Food Programme with its most ambitious CSR initiative aimed at feeding the hungry [Mid-East.Info](Mid-East.Info Via Acquire Media NewsEdge) • Under the theme 'Human Fuel,' ENOC's campaign to encourage customers to contribute to WFP's global efforts to improve the lives of the poorest people • Partners with Dubai Charity Association to raise funds to address acute hunger among the world's most deprived populations • According to the UN Food & Agriculture Organisation, one in eight people in the world were suffering from chronic undernourishment in 2012 • New initiative supports Dubai Government's vision to be a global partner in supporting underprivileged communities through timely aid • A donation of one dirham can feed a child for an entire day Dubai, UAE: Emirates National Oil Company (ENOC) has unveiled its most ambitious Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) campaign to date with the launch of the 'Human Fuel' initiative, in partnership with the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) and Dubai Charity Association. The new campaign aims to raise funds to support WFP and Dubai Charity Association in their concerted efforts to address global hunger. The United Nations Food & Agriculture Organisation estimates that in 2012 one in eight people, nearly 870 million, across the world were suffering from chronic undernourishment. Nearly all the hungry people live in developing nations. Through the far-reaching campaign, ENOC aims to encourage its customers to make donations to WFP programmes such as school meals or for provision of food where it is most needed. Even a contribution of one dirham can make a huge difference to the lives of the hungry, as the amount can feed a child for an entire day. Special donation boxes have been placed across the entire network of ENOC/EPPCO service stations in Dubai, where motorists can conveniently make their donations. They can also visit a dedicated and secure website at https://wfp.org/enoc to make their donation. The campaign will continue for one year, and will be a flagship CSR initiative of ENOC through 2014, in addition to its regular activities including the charity initiatives during the Holy Month of Ramadan and other environmental and educational campaigns. Saeed Khoory, Chief Executive Officer of ENOC, said: "The 'Human Fuel' campaign with an aim to feed the hungry is our largest and most ambitious CSR initiative to date, highlighting our commitment to partner with the community to make a positive and meaningful difference to the poorest people across the world. It also reflects the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE Vice President and Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, to strengthen Dubai's partnership in initiatives that support the social and economic welfare of underprivileged communities globally." He added: "Through our large network of fuel stations, we can effectively reach out to the largest cross-section of the community, and provide them a convenient way to make simple but highly effective contributions to address global hunger. We are thankful to the World Food Programme and the Dubai Charity Association for their support. We will commit our resources and focus on making the 'Human Fuel' campaign a true milestone success in our history of undertaking CSR initiatives." His Excellency Ahmed Al Mismar, Secretary General, Dubai Charity Association said: "We congratulate ENOC for stepping forward to support our efforts to address global hunger. At Dubai Charity Association, we are committed to make a difference to the world we live in, with a particular focus on communities that are largely ignored by all humanitarian assistance. The reality of hunger causes extreme concern as it affects nearly one-eighth of the total population, denying them a chance to lead fulfilling lives and diminishing their productivity, which in turn pushes them into a vicious cycle of poverty. Dubai has a strong history of supporting noble causes, and through the 'Human Fuel' campaign, we can once again highlight our city as truly caring about the welfare of humanity." Elise Bijon, WFP Partnerships & Business Development Manager for the Middle East, North Africa, Eastern Europe and Central Asia, said: "We are honoured to join forces with Dubai Charity Association and ENOC through this campaign and share the vision of a world where all children, women and men have access to the food they need to realise their full potential. ENOC's initiative offers all Dubai residents the chance to take part in the fight against world hunger. Together we can make a tangible impact in the lives of families in need, every dirham counts." By fighting hunger world-wide, WFP is using food aid assistance to support social and economic development, boost school enrolment and women empowerment, as well as help refugees, internally displaced people and victims of natural disasters meet their refugee and other emergency food needs, and promote food security based on the recommendations of the UN and FAO in the most vulnerable communities. In 2012, WFP provided food assistance to 97 million people in 80 countries. As part of the new campaign, marketing materials have been allocated in ENOC/EPPCO service stations highlighting the objective and encouraging motorists to make a contribution. Through the tagline 'Human Fuel,' ENOC is connecting its core service and reminding customers that a kind gesture from their part can indeed fuel humanity – by feeding the most deprived communities with food often for their very sustenance and nourishment. 'Human Fuel' is also a perfect fit to the core values of ENOC including teamwork, respect and customer focus, and brings the company's corporate vision to be a socially responsible organisation to the forefront. Over the years, ENOC has demonstrated its thought leadership in undertaking innovative CSR initiatives and was honoured with the Dubai Chamber CSR Label award for making a positive impact on the community; Asia's top laurel for Best Corporate Social Responsibility Practices at the Asian Leadership Awards; and The Bizz Award, one of the most prestigious business awards world-wide, for outstanding corporate social responsibility practices. About ENOC: Established in 1993 as a wholly-owned company of the Government of Dubai, ENOC aims to promote the interests of its shareholders through the development of further downstream and upstream activities in the oil & gas sector and beyond, and to encourage the economic diversification of Dubai and the rest of the UAE. ENOC's vision is to be a leading regional integrated oil & gas group that is highly profitable and socially responsible towards employees, the community and environment. Driving this vision, ENOC is committed to achieving sustainable development and highly profitable growth and serving the growing energy needs of Dubai. ENOC strives to attract, develop and retain top talent to become the employer of choice, while adopting latest technologies and implementing best practices to achieve world-class performance. ENOC is also focused on meeting and exceeding customer expectations in terms of quality and service, and in maintaining high industry standards with respect to environment, health and safety. ENOC actively participates in an increasingly broad range of business ventures. Its joint ventures with major international companies allow partners to pool their technology, know-how and expertise along with their resources to further their commercial success. Since its inception, ENOC has been guided by its philosophy of quality and professional management based on modern business concepts for commercial success and sustainable growth. Today it is poised to engineer a new and challenging period of growth and diversity. (c) 2013 mid-east.info Provided by Syndigate.info, an Albawaba.com company |