Fraser & Neave Holdings Bhd Sustainability Report 2020

CREATING VALUE FOR SOCIETY Our Target We will continue to provide outreach and engagement programmes across Malaysia and Thailand by exploring and implementing appropriate outreach programmes to address community needs. Our Performance in 2020 We have continued several outreach programmes in FY2020 to strengthen vulnerable groups, promote environmental consciousness, spread festive cheer, and promote active lifestyles. Our Approach In each market that we operate, we undertake a number of long and short-term programmes that serve to create greater social equity. To that end, we have developed four main thematic areas where we focus our community endeavours. I. Strengthening Vulnerable Groups Inequality of wealth and opportunity is a major global challenge. Our consumers and employees come from all segments of society, and inequality undermines the development and potential of not only our communities but also our business. To take leadership in tackling this issue, we have chosen to focus on supporting vulnerable groups such as underprivileged children. Through investing in educational programmes, including both technical skills and soft skills, F&N works towards promoting a more equal society in regard to diversity, equal opportunities and social inclusion so that business and society flourish together. The unprecedented situation caused by the COVID-19 pandemic has significantly impacted people. To show our support and solidarity with vulnerable communities, F&NHB also supported national efforts in Malaysia through product contributions to frontliners and underprivileged community including low- income families, stateless community and street friends. II. Promoting Environmental Consciousness While companies have a critical role to play in minimising our environmental footprint, sustainable development means a partnership, and this includes behavioural changes at an individual level. Besides maintaining eco-efficiency in our operations, we have taken on the task of promoting environmental consciousness in our communities and see it as another priority. As F&N continues to move towards a circular economy model in business, we are sharing knowledge and learning from communities about how to implement our ideas. III. Spreading Festive Cheer In addition to basic needs and environmental sustainability, our community development programme regards our brand promise, which is delivering “Pure Enjoyment. Pure Goodness” to all, as another key priority. We believe that spreading festive cheer helps our communities connect with each other and strengthens relationships between different cultures. Here, we aim to promote diversity and foster national unity in our communities. IV. Promoting Active Lifestyles As a F&B business, F&N’s products contribute to the health and well-being of our communities. Therefore, we consider it our obligation to facilitate responsible consumption and balanced lifestyles. This is mostly accomplished through the consumption of F&N products to maintain a healthy lifestyle in line with consumer needs. We also prioritise community investments that support sports and active lifestyles to better care for our consumers while also creating value for communities. Because of the COVID-19 circumstances, most of our activities to encourage a healthy lifestyle were conducted virtually. F&N also helped consumers stay fit and healthy during COVID-19 by sharing healthy cooking tips and recipes using our social media platforms, including information about keeping a healthy diet during lockdown. GRI 413-1 Enhancing Social Well-Being 058 FRASER & NEAVE HOLDINGS BHD