The Japan Tobacco International (JTI) signed Monday an agreement with the Al Talbieh Community Rehabilitation Center, as part of its social responsibility and commitment to supporting communities.
In a statement, the JTI said this agreement is a continuation of its efforts in developing and sustaining local communities in underprivileged areas, as well as expanding its partnerships with active community-based organizations. It also contributes to national efforts to achieve sustainable development.
The agreement was signed by JTI Jordan’s General Manager, Andrew Stevens and the Center’s President, Issa Al Khatib, in the presence of the President of Al Qastal and Al Mushatta Investors’ Association, as well as the Head of the Higher Coordination Committee for the Rehabilitation of Disabled People, Qassem Abu Al Shabab.
“We consider ourselves partners with local communities and a part of an integrated system that is committed to developing the community and its members. Our priority is to serve the areas where our factory is located as part of our appreciation for incubating our business,” remarked Stevens.
For his part, Al Khatib considered the cooperation between JTI and the Center a successful example of private sector’s support of humanitarian initiatives and causes. Speaking on the agreement, he said it “will directly reflect on the development of the local community in our area through the renovation of the center. This achievement will contribute to extending the center’s services for more years to come and ensuring it has the proper capacity to better serve people with disabilities.”
Established in 1994, Al Talbieh Community Rehabilitation Center serves Al Giza District south of the capital and is located in the Al Talbieh Refugee Camp, which has 8,500 refugees. The center is supported by the Al Qastal Investors Society, private sector donations and individuals.
The center aims at integrating people with disabilities within their communities and improve their living conditions, in addition to contributing to positively changing the community’s perception of them. It also works on engaging the local community by raising awareness on the issues and needs related to people with disabilities especially in providing necessary treatment and home equipment.
JTI is a leading international tobacco product company that employs over 45,000 people within 72 countries. In Jordan, JTI has 230 employees of which 95% are Jordanian. It is dedicated to supporting communities and partnering with charitable associations.
Source: Jordan News Agency