KENANGA INVESTMENT BANK BERHAD SUSTAINABILITY REPORT 2024 BASIS OF THIS REPORT OUR APPROACH TO SUSTAINABILITY KENANGA AT A GLANCE GOOD GOVERNANCE LEADERSHIP STATEMENTS SUSTAINABLE ECONOMIC GROWTH ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP EMPOWERING PEOPLE AND COMMUNITIES APPENDIX 99 98 Empathy Workshop by Dialogue Includes All (“DIA”) Academy In 2024, Kenanga Investors strengthened its collaboration with DIA Academy by organising an immersive empathy workshop to promote inclusivity and enhance interpersonal effectiveness across the organisation. Led by visually impaired trainers from DIA Academy, the workshop engaged over 210 employees and advisers in experiential activities conducted in complete darkness. These sessions were designed to develop patience, active listening, communication, and self-awareness, while fostering stronger teamwork and empathy. DIA Academy is a Malaysia-based social enterprise that advocates for disability inclusion and empowers individuals through life and vocational skills development. Beyond the workshop initiative, Kenanga extended its support to include the renovation of DIA Academy’s new training centre at GMBB Plaza, Bukit Bintang. Total contributions for the year amounted to RM104,586, reinforcing Kenanga’s ongoing commitment to community development and inclusive growth. Our Employees’ Experience “I joined the workshop to enhance my ability to connect with others, both at work and in my personal life. The session helped me realise that empathy is about truly understanding others, not just listening. It’s key to effective teamwork and building trust in relationships. I learned to listen actively and approach situations with patience. I have already applied these lessons in meetings and at home. What sets this workshop apart is its focus on emotional intelligence and personal connection, which are crucial for an inclusive workplace. It reflects Kenanga’s commitment to inclusivity and fostering a culture of empathy and collaboration.” Nor Hazrina Binti Aliruddin Senior Associate, Marketing & Retirement Solutions, Kenanga Investors “I joined the workshop to better understand others, especially those with visual impairments, and improve my connection with colleagues. The hands-on experience in darkness made me appreciate sight and reinforced the importance of empathy and clear communication for better teamwork. Since then, I have been more mindful of how I communicate. This workshop reflects Kenanga’s commitment to inclusivity, and I hope it continues to foster a more empathetic work culture.” Sabrina Teo Yearn Rhan Associate, Marketing & Retirement Solutions, Kenanga Investors EMPOWERING PEOPLE AND COMMUNITIES EMPOWERING PEOPLE AND COMMUNITIES National Cancer Society Malaysia (“NCSM”) In 2024, we continued to support the NCSM by donating RM20,000 to its early detection and cancer awareness activities. Bursa Bull Charge Run We continued our annual participation at the Bursa Bull Charge 2024. The funds raised by the event were for beneficiaries focused on climate action and environmental protection, zero-waste practices, and empowering marginalised communities, which aligns with Malaysia’s commitment to the UN SDGs, particularly Goal 13 – Climate Action. Kenanga contributed RM10,000 to this event. Pledge2Preserve Campaign Launched by KIG in partnership with Animal Projects & Environmental Education Sdn. Bhd. (“APE Malaysia”), this initiative aligned sustainable investing with environmental action. APE Malaysia, a social enterprise focused on animal welfare through volunteering and education, collaborated with KIG to integrate the Kenanga Sustainability Series with tree planting efforts in the Lower Kinabatangan River, Sabah. This campaign promoted reforestation, biodiversity conservation and sustainable investing, while ensuring effective implementation through APE Malaysia. Since its inception in 2022, a total of 3,713 trees have been planted.
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