Introduction
The “Athar” Award is an annual award launched by CSR Egypt to honor
and recognize companies and individuals who have made a positive and
tangible impact in the field of civil work and sustainable development in
Egypt. The award aims to promote innovative initiatives and best
practices that contribute to comprehensive and sustainable community
development and to highlight outstanding efforts that make a real
difference in the lives of individuals and communities.
Award Objectives
Encouraging innovation
Inspiring companies and individuals to develop innovative solutions to social and environmental challenges.
Promoting civil work
Supporting the role of civil society in achieving sustainable development goals.
Recognizing efforts
Honoring outstanding contributions that have made a positive impact.
Raising awareness
Increasing awareness of the importance of social responsibility.
Encouraging partnerships
Promoting collaboration between the public and private sectors and civil society organizations.
Who Can Receive the Award:
Companies and institutions
Those that have implemented initiatives with a tangible impact on society or the environment.
Individuals
Those who have made exceptional efforts in the field of civil work and sustainable development.
NGOs and charitable associations
Those that have effectively contributed to improving the lives of target groups through sustainable projects.
Importance
of
the Award
- Promoting social responsibility: Encouraging more companies and individuals to engage in community and environmental projects.Highlighting successful initiatives: Showcasing inspiring stories to motivate others.
- Fostering positive change: Creating a culture that values civil work and sustainable development initiatives.
- Enhancing reputation and credibility: Providing winners with recognition that strengthens their professional standing.
Selection and Evaluation Criteria
Measuring the positive impact of the initiative on society or the environment.
Assessing the level of innovation in the idea or execution.
The ability of the initiative to continue and create long-term impact.
The potential for the initiative to be applied in other areas or fields.
The extent of cooperation with other entities to achieve the initiative’s goals.
Success Stories and Inspiration
- Real-life examples: Sharing stories of previous successful initiatives that positively impacted society.
- Interviews with field leaders: Presenting interviews with inspiring figures in civil work and sustainable development.
- Goal: To inspire and encourage the audience to innovate and work towards change.
- Committee formation: Consists of experts in sustainable development and social responsibility.
- Role of the committee: To evaluate the applications and select winners with integrity and transparency.
- Self-nomination : Companies and individuals can submit their applications directly through the website.
- Nomination by others: Individuals or organizations can nominate companies or individuals.
Steps:
- Fill out the application form on the website.
- Provide a detailed description of the initiative.
- Attach supporting documents like photos, videos, and reports.
- Deadlines: Applications must be submitted within the specified deadlines.
- Opening of nominations: [Specific date].
- Submission period: From [Date] to [Date].
- Evaluation of applications: From [Date] to [Date].
- Announcement of finalists: [Date]
- Award ceremony: [Date] at [Venue].
Benefits of Winning the Award
Recognition and appreciation: Receiving a certificate of appreciation and the award shield.
Media coverage: Promotion of the initiative or project through various media channels.
Partnership opportunities: Opening doors for collaboration with local and international entities.
Support and guidance: The possibility of receiving technical or financial support to further develop the initiative.
Award Categories
For initiatives that provide innovative solutions to environmental and social challenges.
For companies that have adopted impactful social responsibility programs.
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.