As a global company, we fully understand our role and responsibilities when it comes to society and contributing to the communities in which we operate. It forms an integral part of our sustainability agenda. Whenever possible, we try to make a positive difference to the world around us. We engage with people and partner with various organisations to help bring the Akzo Nobel brand to life, while also supporting deserving and sustainable projects and causes. Our CSR agenda is based on pillars of education, economic development through skill building and preventive healthcare & sanitation.

Over the years, our commitment to the development of our country and our communities has always remained significant, and a guiding principle of the way we do business.

Awards are important recognition by our different stakeholders of the dedication and hard work Akzo Nobel has put over the past two years in making a difference in people’s lives. We are humbled to receive the below awards :

• Awarded as the best corporate amongst ‘Emerging Companies’ category at the 2nd ICSI (Institute of Company Secretaries of India) CSR Excellence Award, 2017

• Awarded prestigious Golden Peacock CSR award 2016 by Institute of Directors for best all round CSR initiatives

• Akzo Nobel wins Golden Globe Tiger CSR 2019 Awards for promoting skill development among underprivileged youth of India

• In synergy with GOI’s ‘Skill India’ mission, trained more than 6,500 youth in Decorative Paints and Vehicle Refinish and linked them with employment.

• Working with more than 25,000 children and citizens to sensitise and spread awareness about road safety.

• Transforming the lives of more than 5,000 underprivileged children by providing non-formal and remedial education.

• Providing access of specialized health services to 10,000 villagers and 1,20,000 painters and their families through Tele Medicine.