At the Qatar CSR Summit, the renowned CSR Award for Exemplary Corporate Social Responsibility in the Retail category was presented to Apparel Group, a top retailer of fashion and leisure products. The summit was hosted by Qatar University and was attended by Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, the country of Qatar’s prime minister and minister of foreign affairs. The Qatar National Programme served as host for the awards gala dinner, which honoured companies for their remarkable commitment to corporate social responsibility (CSR).

The conference gathered CSR specialists and professionals to discuss integrating environmental, social, and economic objectives into organisational operations. Throughout the summit, Apparel Group actively pushed its CSR initiatives, encouraging transformative learning and the sharing of industry best practises.

Neeraj Teckchandani, CEO of Apparel Group said: “The recognition received by Apparel Group at the Qatar CSR Summit reinforces the company’s commitment to corporate social responsibility and its dedication to forging solid cross-sector collaborations. Through partnerships with organizations such as the Red Crescent and Qatar Charity, Apparel Group strives to create a positive impact on both the environment and society.”

Apparel Group has actively participated in numerous philanthropic projects throughout the years, making sizeable contributions to institutions including Qatar Charity, Hamad Medical Centre, DEAP, and neighbourhood schools. Additionally, the group has funded initiatives to provide meals, advance social welfare, and meet urgent needs in the neighbourhood.