STRATEGIC SPONSOR
Introduction
CSR Egypt is launching “Athar Award” for best practices in the field of sustainability in order to honor companies and individuals who have made a positive and tangible impact in the field of civil work and sustainable development. This annual award is organized out of our belief and recognition of the effective role played by all stakeholders in the development system in Egypt and the Arab world as well as the endeavors to achieve a qualitative shift and real change in the lives of citizens, in addition to providing a decent life and a safe, fair and sustainable future.
“Athar Award” aims to
promote innovative initiatives and highlight the best actions and practices
that contribute to achieving inclusive and sustainable development and make a
tangible difference in the lives of individuals and communities. It also raises
awareness of the importance of social responsibility and appreciates the
outstanding efforts and contributions of both the private sector, civil society
organizations, non-profit foundations, NGOs, initiatives and entrepreneurs.
The award reflects the company’s values and objectives to
spread awareness of the necessity of companies and institutions undertaking
their social responsibility, in addition to boosting partnerships and
cooperation among all stakeholders, as well as promoting the best sustainable
initiatives and practices that are in line with the SDGs and Egypt’s Vision
2030, which supports businesses and their transformation towards sustainable
business models with a social impact and are able to participate effectively in
the national development agenda.
Award Winners 2025
BadrNational Coordinator of the National Initiative for Green & Smart Projects- COP 27, the Egyptian Ministry of Planning and Economic Development
Advisor to the Governor of the Central Bank of Egypt for Corporate Social Responsibility
Deputy head of Technical Secretariat at the national alliance for civil development work
Corporate Social Responsibility Advisor - Executive Chairman, Financial Regulatory Authority
Director of Sustainable Development and International Cooperation Department at the League of Arab States.
CEO Egyptian Food Bank
the Head of the Board of Trustees at MSA University
Managing Director - Attijariwafa bank Egypt
Chairman and Managing Director of Nestlé Egypt
General Manager, North Africa, Levant and Iraq - Unilever
Chairman & CEO PepsiCo Egypt
General Manager, Beyti an Almarai subsidiary
Egypt Managing Director L'Oreal
General Manager Microsoft Egypt
Chairman of REDCON Group, and REDCON Properties
Managing Director and CEO Canal Sugar
CEO Lafarge
Head of Marketing & Social Development National Bank of Egypt
Chief Sustainability Officer - CIB Egypt
Group chief sustainability officer & VP El sewedy electric foundation
CEO Misr El-Kheir Foundation
Member of the Board of Trustees of Baheya Foundation
Chairwoman of the Haya Karima Foundation and serves as Vice-Chair of the National Alliance for Civil Development Work
Member of the Board of Trustees - Sonaa El Kheir Foundation
Chairman of the Board of Trustees - YLF - Youth Leaders Foundation
CEO and Secretary General of El-Garhy Foundation
Executive Director Of Dar Al Orman
Purpose and Sustainable Business Senior Manager - Vodafone Egypt
Director of Communications & Corporate Social Responsibility- Telecom Egypt
Brands and Communications Director - e&egypt
Head of Communication and CSR - Sanofi Egypt
Head of CSR & Sustainable Development - Banque du Caire
Group Sustainability Director- TAQA Arabia
Managing Director of Innovo
CEO Nahdet Misr
Head of CSR & PR - B-TECH
Head of Corporate Governance, Sustainability &BOD Secretariat -FABMISR
General Counsel and Corporate Secretary - Crédit Agricole Egypt
General Manager of Geocycle Egypt
Head of CSR & Sustainability - United Bank
Head of Communications, Public Affairs & Sustainability - talabat
Chief Communications and Customer Excellence Officer - ADCB Egypt
Group Chief Sustainability Director - Qalaa Holdings
Group Director of Marketing, Strategic Communications and CSR - EFinance
CMO - Samsung Engineering Co
CMO - Beko Egypt
QA/QC Manager - Fine Hygienic Holding
CEO
Country Manager - Finance in Motion
CEO
CEO D Carbon
Chairman
Country Manager Strategic Gears
CEO and Managing Partner at United Accountants Member of Nexia International
Private Sector Development Program at GIZ Egypt
Tech/AI Investor and Entrepreneur
Founder Business بالعربي
President Egyptian Junior Business Association
Award Objectives
Encouraging innovation
Inspiring companies and individuals to develop innovative solutions to social and environmental challenges.
Promoting civil work
Supporting civil society's role in achieving sustainable development goals.
Fostering Partnerships
Boosting Collaboration between the public and private sectors and civil society organizations.
Recognizing efforts
Honoring outstanding contributions that have made a positive impact.
Strengthening A Robust Development Community
Creating an interactive environment for the most influential companies, organizations and individuals in development work.
Raising awareness
Increasing awareness of the importance of social responsibility.
Who Can Receive the Award?
NGOs And Charitable Associations
Those that have effectively contributed to improving the lives of target groups through sustainable projects.
Individuals
Those Who Have Made Exceptional Efforts In The Field Of Civil Work And Sustainable Development.
Companies And Institutions
Those that have implemented initiatives with a tangible impact on society or the environment.
Importance
of
the Award
Looking for the next steps is the beginning of reaching the future, so there must be an impetus that accelerates the movement of all development stakeholders and motivates them to reach out.
- FOSTERING SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY : encouraging more companies and individuals to engage in community projects..
- PROMOTING SUCCESSFUL
INITIATIVES : highlighting inspiring stories to
motivate others.
- POWERING POSITIVE
CHANGE : Shedding light on figures and
influencers in spreading the culture of sustainability and social responsibility.
- ENHANCING REPUTATION
AND CREDIBILITY : Giving participants and partners an appreciation that emphasizes their developmental standing.
Expected Outcomes & Impact of the Award
- Inspire more individuals and companies to launch developmental projects and initiatives.
- Contribute to achieving sustainable development goals.
Improve quality of life and promote social and environmental justice.
Award’s Sponsorship Benefits:
- Integrated Media Plan: utilizing television, radio, newspapers, and digital platforms.
- Digital Marketing: intensifying campaigns on social media channels.
- Promotional Events: organizing workshops and seminars.
- Recognition and Appreciation: Promoting your development initiatives and your company’s social responsibility programs amidst a crowd of developmental stakeholders.
- Partnership Opportunities: Unlocking opportunities and opening doors for cooperation with local and international entities.
- Strengthen the sponsor’s social responsibility and increase employees’ loyalty by integrating them into the community working environment.
Award Categories
For individuals and startups offering innovative solutions to social problems
For initiatives focused on empowering marginalized groups.
For projects contributing to knowledge dissemination and raising awareness on important issues
For initiatives that provide innovative solutions to environmental and social challenges
For initiatives focuses on agricultural development and the food security challenge.
For individuals and startups offering innovative solutions to social problems
For initiatives focused on empowering marginalized groups.
For projects contributing to knowledge dissemination and raising awareness on important issues
For initiatives that provide innovative solutions to environmental and social challenges