PTT Exploration and Production (PTTEP) Malaysia, an oil and gas company, aims to uplift and empower the lives of more than 500 students from diverse communities in Sabah and Sarawak through its corporate social responsibility (CSR) efforts.
In collaboration with the Malaysian Relief Agency (MRA), PTTEP Malaysia contributed RM376,000 and hosted several sustainable initiatives to benefit 17 schools located in Bintulu and Kuching in Sarawak, Papar, Beaufort and Ranau in Sabah, as well as Labuan.
This contribution, made under MRA's We Care Sarawak and We Care Sabah programmes, demonstrates PTTEP's commitment to its CSR pillars, which include basic needs, education and environment.
A significant portion of the contribution was channelled towards crucial school resources such as students' back-to-school supplies, care kits, food supplies and facilities.
The rest was directed towards education, environment and community empowerment initiatives in partnership with government agencies.
Head of Malaysia Sarawak asset Denkey Thatchaichawalit said: "PTTEP has extended its CSR engagement this year by partnering, through MRA, with more government agencies in Sarawak and Sabah, including the Papar District Health Department, Beaufort District Health Office and Bintulu as well as Tatau Fire and Rescue Stations.
"With their support and resources, we were able to go beyond traditional donations and provide environmental stewardship, fire prevention and emergency response, health talks as well as career exploration initiatives."
In alignment with the company's Safety, Security, Health, and Environment (SSHE) initiative, children from two schools in Sarawak were also given the opportunity to witness a fire prevention and emergency response demonstration conducted by fire and rescue stations from Bintulu and Tatau.
In Sabah, students from two schools attended health talks on personal and dental hygiene, conducted by representatives from the Sabah Health Department.
Students and volunteers from PTTEP Malaysia also participated in a tree planting initiative, creating PTTEP Mini Gardens in five schools in Sabah, complete with various types of fruit trees and a mini herb garden.
To ensure a clean and conducive learning environment, PTTEP and MRA volunteers also joined students and teachers of six schools in a gotong-royong activity within their premises.
Secondary school students enjoyed a career talk by volunteers from PTTEP Malaysia, who shared valuable insights on career opportunities and advice on preparing for the transition into the workforce.
PTTEP volunteers took the opportunity to provide students with insights about the industry to shape and expand the local talent pool, empowering economic development opportunities in the near future.
"We are proud to work with MRA because they share our vision and commitment to foster education, community well-being, and environmental consciousness. By joining hands, we are able to contribute in a more meaningful manner to deserving communities," Denkey added.
Learn more about PTTEP's CSR efforts on their website.
