FedEx Malaysia wins Sustainability and CSR Award

Federal Express Corporation (FedEx), one of the world’s largest express transportation companies, has been honored with the ‘Sustainability and CSR Malaysia Awards 2024’ in the category of ‘Best in Community Engagement & Green Initiatives.’ This marks the first time FedEx has been recognized in this particular category after having previously won three consecutive times in the ‘Best in Community Engagement Support’ category. The award celebrates FedEx’s unwavering dedication to corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives that benefit communities across Malaysia.

Empowering youth through entrepreneurship

The award recognizes FedEx’s deep commitment to nurturing young talent and fostering an entrepreneurial mindset through its collaboration with Junior Achievement (JA) via the FedEx/JA International Trade Challenge (FedEx/JA ITC). This initiative has impacted over 9,200 students in Malaysia since its inception in 2008. The program provides young minds with the tools and opportunities to develop their business acumen, encouraging them to think globally and act locally. The success of this program underscores FedEx’s dedication to empowering the next generation of entrepreneurs and leaders in Malaysia.

In addition to its educational initiatives, FedEx has also been recognized for its significant contributions to sustainability, particularly through its support of the Treat Every Environment Special (TrEES) project. This initiative, which focuses on urban community gardens in the Klang Valley, has provided fresh vegetables to disadvantaged communities. The project aligns with the goals of FedEx Cares, a global community engagement program rooted in the company’s cultural value of “Committing to Do Good.” This initiative exemplifies FedEx’s holistic approach to CSR, addressing both social and environmental needs in Malaysia.

Celebrating 30 years of community partnership

To commemorate its 30th anniversary in Malaysia, FedEx employees actively participated in environmental stewardship activities by planting 100 tree seedlings in Desaru, Johor Bahru, and Balik Pulau, Penang. These efforts were not only a tribute to the company’s three-decade-long presence in Malaysia but also an expression of gratitude for being welcomed as a valued member of the community. “We are humbled to receive this recognition as it acknowledges our continuous commitment to nurturing the next generation and our efforts towards environmental stewardship in Malaysia,” said Woon Tien Long, Managing Director of FedEx Malaysia.

The ‘Sustainability and CSR Malaysia Awards’ is a testament to the impact of corporate initiatives that strive to create positive socio-economic transformations within the country. This year’s nominees were evaluated on various criteria, including the clarity of CSR purpose, impact, frequency of events, contribution amounts, transparency, creativity in implementation, and the sincerity and effectiveness of each initiative. For FedEx, this award is a reflection of its dedicated team and its ongoing mission to prioritize sustainability and community engagement, both in Malaysia and globally.