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10/14/24, 10:08 AM Ajman Tourism Development Department wins Public Sector category in Arabia Corporate Social Responsibility and Sustainabilit…
ATDD places a high value on improving quality of life for both employees and customers in the tourism
sector. In support of economic growth and sustainability, the department adopts several policies,
strategies, and labour regulations. Additionally, it seeks to strengthen the emirate's culture and improve
the welfare of both community members and visitors.

The Department also seeks to launch year-round tourism and community-driven initiatives in
collaboration with its strategic partners. This reflects the ATDD’s commitment to promoting the principles

and practices of social responsibility among its employees and community members and implementing
sustainable practices across various critical areas.

Upon winning the award, H.E. Mahmood Khaleel Alhashmi, Director General of Ajman Tourism
Development Department, commented: “It gives me great pride and honour to receive the Arabia
Corporate Social Responsibility and Sustainability Award in the Public Sector Category. This

demonstrates the Department’s commitment to empowering the community and upgrading the quality of
life for workers and clients in the tourism sector. Together with our strategic partners, we will continue to
promote the sustainable development of Ajman’s tourism sector and explore new and exciting
opportunities to help Ajman maintain its position as a leading travel destination.”

The award was based on an integrated evaluation criteria that covered several key indicators. This
included the organisation's vision, mission, and values, along with senior management's commitment to
corporate social responsibility, organisation's strategic approach and policies, stakeholders'
involvement, evaluation and disclosure of internal reports, and reporting and disclosure of
environmental, social, and governance performance indicators. They also covered environmental

performance with regards to environmental management system and awareness programs, as well as
social performance, which includes community outreach programs, partnerships and collaborative
projects, and innovation.

The 17th cycle of the Arabia CSR and Sustainability Awards was held under the patronage of His

Highness Engineer, Sheikh Salem Bin Sultan Bin Saqr Al-Qasimi, Chairman of the Ras Al Khaimah Civil
Aviation Department, and member of the Government of Ras Al Khaimah Executive Council. The
awards honour and recognise businesses in the Arab Region that exhibit exceptional leadership, as well
as steadfast commitment to sustainability and corporate social responsibility.

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