Community initiatives launched to support social welfare
The launch event was held under the auspices of Talib al Balushi, Member Majlis Ash'shura, in the presence of the company's Chief Executive Officer, Murshid bin Abdullah al Fannah, Mubarak al Farsi, Assistant General Manager, and Dr Saleh bin Hamad al Alawi, Director of Corporate Social Responsibility at the company.
Dr Saleh al Alawi emphasised the pivotal role companies must play in serving their communities. "Community service is not optional — it is a fundamental responsibility for any company operating within our beloved nation. Identifying and understanding community needs closely, and addressing them through well-researched and effective approaches, is the ideal way to contribute to national development," he said.
He added that Sharqiyah Desalination Company views community initiatives as a long-term investment that fosters national progress and social cohesion.
Commenting on the launch, CEO Murshid al Fannah highlighted the company's strong belief in education as a cornerstone of Oman's renaissance.
'The first of these three initiatives are aimed at honouring outstanding students. We are proud to coordinate this with the Office of the Wali of Sur. Education has always been a pillar of Oman's growth, and by supporting this initiative, we aim to inspire students to continue striving for excellence and academic achievement,' he said.
The second initiative focuses on enhancing digital education tools in public schools. In collaboration with the Directorate-General of Education in Al Sharqiyah South Governorate, headed by Abdullah bin Ali al Foori, the company will provide interactive smart boards to Lubabah bint Al Harith Basic Education School and Bahr Al Ma'rifa Basic Education School. 'This initiative aims to strengthen students' and teachers' skills in using modern technology, improving their digital capabilities and expanding access to diverse educational resources,' Al Fannah explained.
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