SUSTAINABILITY REPORT Library facility at the estate of our plantation Towards the Society (Cont’d) As education is a priority for our CSR, we distributed scholarships totaling RM80,600 to 185 less fortunate students across 12 secondary schools and 27 primary schools. The foundation is committed to providing financial assistance to talented yet disadvantaged students, facilitating their educational pursuits. Throughout the scholarship awarding process, we foundation engaged with schools in the Hulu Langat district, including SMJK Yu Hua, SMK Bandar Baru Bangi, SMK Convent, SMK Tinggi Kajang, SJK (C) Yu Hua, SJK (T) West Country, SK Alam Damai, SK Cheras Jaya, SK Taman Cuepacs and others. These engagements provided valuable opportunities to connect with both teachers and students, revealing inspiring stories that underscore the profound impact of the foundation’s funding on individuals, families and the broader community. Open annually to local students in the Hulu Langat district, regardless of age, religion, or field of study, the foundation invites applications for primary and secondary school scholarships from March to May each year. For higher education levels, application periods align with the intake schedules of respective courses of study. For FY2023, MKH Group contributed approximately RM429,776 in the community engagement. This support was directed towards fostering collaboration with education institutions, aiding local communities and assisting non-profit organizations. Our dedication to CSR reflects our belief in making a positive impact on the communities where our business operates, aligning with our core values and commitment to sustainability. Our Plantation Division in East Kalimantan, Indonesia is operating as usual albeit with added biosecurity measures to mitigate Covid-19 risks. To-date, our plantation is able to ensure an uninterrupted process workflow for continued sustainability and revenue generation. Our plantation carried out three blood donation campaigns for FY2023 in collaboration with Palang Merah Indonesia. This initiative is designed to advance community well-being and to foster a culture of health and unity. For FY2023, MKH Oil Palm contributed approximately RM2,487,026 in community engagement through various CSR activities involving social, health and sports initiatives. We continue to enhance the infrastructure in our plantation. Our new staff quarters will be constructed and upgraded using a combination of bricks, concrete and wood. MKH Group contributed approximately RM429,776 in the community engagement. This support was directed towards fostering collaboration with education institutions, aiding local communities and assisting non-profit organizations. 78 MKH BERHAD | ANNUAL REPORT 2023
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