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Standard Chartered Bangladesh has recently won ‘Best CSR Bank’ in Bangladesh at the International Finance Awards.
The Bank was recognised by International Finance for its commitment to empowering all members of the community and for enabling both long-term and sustainable progress, growth, and recovery.
In dealing with the pandemic, Standard Chartered Bangladesh has facilitated lasting economic and social recovery while addressing the pressing need to save lives, the bank said in a statement.
To deal with immediate challenges, Standard Chartered Bangladesh worked with development sector partners to deliver aid and essentials to communities hit hard by the pandemic and to support frontline health services.
To enable longer-term recovery, the Bank focused on empowering individuals through education, skills development, and workforce reintegration. Standard Chartered Bangladesh has also launched community initiatives centred on health, environment, and sustainability in recent months.
Standard Chartered Bangladesh Chief Executive Officer Naser Ezaz Bijoy said, “The onset of the COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the need for a multi-pronged approach, addressing both the short-term needs and long-term aspirations of our communities. The employment and entrepreneurship opportunities launched by Standard Chartered Bangladesh are geared to future-fit individuals facing an evolving work environment. Digital pathways are built into our education initiatives, and our partner community hospitals are setting the standard for community healthcare.”
He added, “Standard Chartered Bangladesh is very proud to receive the award for Best CSR Bank from International Finance. We hope this will help showcase our tested initiatives to the corporate sector, so that together we can achieve the large-scale impact that is required to address the need of the hour.”
All selections were made by members of the International Finance jury. The selection process assesses candidates based on category-specific criteria. The International Finance Awards recognise and celebrate leadership, innovation, agility, and the ability to foster connections and perform in both the local and international sphere.
