Mangrove forest is a significant part of the ecosystem that help in protecting coastal areas, especially to lower down the impact of tidal surge and strong winds. In addition, it is a natural breeding ground for bountiful marine creatures along the coastal line. 

Amex Malaysia worked closely with a local partner to host a mangrove cleanup program at Mangrove Point in Klang, in efforts of contributing back to marine conservation.  95 Amex Malaysia colleagues joined over a weekend in October 2023 to clean up waste in the mangrove area. 

Our teams worked together to sort inorganic waste and collect garbage waste in trash. The garbage was weighed and segregated in various categories, which amounted to a total of 1.8 tons collected and cleared from the mangroves! Thanks to the cooperation of Team Amex, the mangrove forest that was originally filled with garbage became clean in three hours.

Activities included cleanup of the mangrove forest, waste audit, and a signage installation for a fully immersive experience. Our Amex colleagues also had the experience of a ‘Precious Plastic’ upcycling workshop after the mangrove cleanup. Participants learned how to upcycle plastic, were introduced to the circular economy of upcycling, and even had an opportunity to make charms, pots, and coasters. 

At AmMetLife, we are adapting to meet the needs of a rapidly changing world and we are strengthening our commitment to addressing critical challenges such as climate change, gender and racial inequity, and disadvantaged communities. 

At AmMetLife, we encourage a culture of year-round volunteering in which our colleagues live our purpose by lending their time, talent and passion for their communities to educational, environmental, mentoring, coaching, and skills-based initiatives. 

The following are two examples how AmMetLife supports building environmental resilience in our communities by collaborating with various organizations on environmental stewardship.

Free Tree Society

Through MetLife Foundation and Arbor Day Foundation, 350 native Malaysian trees were given away as part of Free Tree Society’s Rewild Malaysia tree give-away program.

Our colleagues also volunteered to pick up litter from the Pulai Trail in Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur. A total of 5 kg of trash was collected comprising of food wrappers and plastic waste. The volunteers also had the opportunity to plant flowering native shrubs which further contributed to the trail’s ecosystem.

Reef Check Malaysia 

In conjunction with International Coastal Clean-up Day and in partnership with Reef Check Malaysia, our colleagues volunteered for a beach clean-up at Pantai Kelanang, Selangor.After scouring the coastline armed with gloves and trash bags for two hours, the volunteers collected 6448 items weighing 156kg, predominantly consisting of cigarette butts and plastic debris.

Earlier this year, MetLife Foundation collaborated with Reef Check Malaysia through the Green Fins program where 30 dive centers and their divers adopted eco-friendly practices. This program encourages dive centers, snorkel operators, local communities and governments to work together to reduce their environmental impact and promote sustainable tourism

For more information about our sustainability initiatives, please visit us at https://www.ammetlife.com/about-us/about-ammetlife/corporate-social-responsibility/

Analog Devices Sdn. Bhd. (ADI Malaysia), a testing facility under Analog Devices Inc. (ADI) is committed in supporting charitable organizations through its Analog Devices Foundation. These charitable activities advance ADI’s mission “to engineer a more sustainable future for our planet and people”. ADI Malaysia will support charitable organizations that advance environmental research, provide education and initiatives to protect and regenerate ecosystems, empower people and their communities and help tackle societal challenges as listed below:

• Environmental:  To help protect and regenerate the environment, we focus on supporting initiatives that help reduce carbon emissions, conserve water and reduce waste, regenerate and conserve the ocean, and promote renewable energy sources. In Malaysia, we had organized Beach Clean-Up & Tree Planting For Turtle Program in conjunction with National Environment Day (NED). This program was a collaboration with Department of Environment (DOE), Penang City Council (MBPP), Penang State Forestry Department, Penang State Fisheries Department and local communities. We were proud to participate in this conservation program with the main objective of improving the ecosystem and natural habitat in Penang.
• Education: With the aim to create opportunities for people that catalyze change and make a meaningful impact on their lives, our focus in the area of education is on supporting organizations and initiatives that broaden access to high quality STEM education and job opportunities as well as provide underserved communities with the tools they need to progress and thrive. ADI Malaysia remains committed to empowering and inspiring the next generation of innovators through Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM) education, providing them with a unique opportunity to participate in this prestigious event with the aim to provide them with hands-on experience, mentorship, and exposure to the latest technological advancement. We are proud that our Young Professional Network (YPN) played an active role in supporting the Corporate Tech Showcase by presenting interactive displays, engaging demonstrations, and captivating the audience and showcasing the practical applications of STEM. Our goal is to equip students with the necessary skills and knowledge to thrive in the rapidly evolving world of STEM. In addition to it, ADI Malaysia also participated in Young Enterprise Program, a program by the American Malaysia Chamber of Commerce (AMCHAM) to high school student under a sustained program over 6-9 months, act as Corporate Advisor taking the students through an experiential entrepreneurial journey of running an actual mini-company. 
• Societal Change: To positively impact the society, we leverage innovative solutions to solve community problems, support efforts to eradicate poverty and promote health and wellbeing.   ADI Malaysia is proud to share our latest CSR initiative in partnership with Silver Jubilee Home For The Aged, a wonderful place that provides care and companionship to the senior citizens.

Our CSR initiatives are aligned with our values and we are committed in creating positive change in the communities where we operate. Our Volunteerism Program provides financial contribution for volunteering work done. For every volunteer hour spent at the qualified non-profit organization, the Foundation will donate USD10 to that charity home. The matching gifts and volunteer hours will match a combined total of $2,000 per employee per fiscal year. We see this as an investment in a better future for everyone.

ASP Medical Group is deeply committed to corporate social responsibility. We focus on four key pillars:

Environmental Stewardship: We prioritize nature preservation through tree planting events, involving our employees in sustainable practices.

Humanitarian Outreach: We deliver medical aid, financial support, and our time to hospitals, elderly care homes, and communities in need. We also contribute to disaster relief for our affected employees.

Philanthropy: The Lavinia Fund provides crucial financial assistance to our employees and their families facing medical costs. We also support local sports and international education funds for students in need.

Volunteerism: We foster a spirit of volunteerism among our employees through volunteer programs. We actively engage with organizations like St Nicholas Home for the blind, offering both our time and efforts. Our commitment to these principles ensures that we are not just a healthcare provider but also a responsible corporate citizen making a meaningful impact locally and globally.

At Boeing, we are deeply committed to partnering with and investing in the communities where our employees live and work, contributing to efforts that build and enhance the places we call home. Through our employees and programs, we have the opportunity to be a force for change and fulfill our commitment.

In Malaysia, our community investment initiatives span from economic growth, empowering individuals to lead healthy lives, to conservation. One significant collaboration is with Network Urban Rural Innovation (NURI), supporting micro, small, and medium enterprise (MSME) entrepreneurs in Sabah. Creative solutions are adapted to boost their existing product operation systems, transitioning them from subsistence production to a more dynamic operation. This pilot project, launched in 2022, is entering its second year.

Another important partnership is with Persatuan Kanser Network Selangor Dan Wilayah Persekutuan (Kanwork). Through “Be Healthy with KanWork,” we empower cancer survivors to lead healthy lives, contributing to their overall quality of life. Participants engage in physical exercises, educational talks, and receive guidance on suitable diets and nutrition.

Furthermore, we have expanded our community support to focus on SDG’s Life on Land. Our latest collaboration supporting the Gibbon Rehabilitation Projects (GReP) with Gibbon Conservation Society.  GReP is the first and only IUCN1-accredited gibbon rehabilitation project in Malaysia.

By investing in these community initiatives, we actively work towards making a positive impact in Malaysia. We are proud to support these projects and remain committed to being a responsible corporate citizen.

Just as we believe in advancing science to change lives, Boston Scientific knows our work in health care  comes with a responsibility to create positive change in the world around us. This commitment requires  environmental, social and governance practices that reflect our values and make a difference in  measurable ways. 

Supporting our communities 

We are engaged in diverse initiatives spanning community outreach, health programs and STEM  education: 

• Orang Asli Outreach Program  

Our volunteers joined HOPE Worldwide (Malaysia) to bring medication, health care services,  necessities, and food aid to Orang Asli Settlements in Gerik. 

• SketchUP@School 

We partnered with Penang Math Platform to organize a 3D design concepts and visualization  program for 160 students from 8 schools in 4 districts. 

• “Love Kits” for Childhood Cancer Patients 

We raised funds through various charity activities to sponsor Love Kits for childhood cancer  patients in collaboration with JCI Pearl. 

Protecting the environment 

Our Penang site is an important contributor to the Boston Scientific goal of achieving our Carbon  Neutrality Vision by 2025 and Net Zero Greenhouse Gas Emissions by 2040: 

• Solar Panel Installation 

We completed our 3MW solar panel installation with a combination of Solar Energy and with  options of trading carbon credits in August 2023. 

• Green Building with LEED Certification standards 

Both buildings on our Penang site are built to LEED certification standards, from building design  and construction management to vendor selection and waste management.