BankDhofar holds blood donation drive

STRIVING to implement and participate in various activities and events that contribute to the development and well-being of the society, BankDhofar organised a blood donation drive in collaboration with the Ministry of Health, Department of Blood Banks Services.

BankDhofar staff enthusiastically supported the cause that comes within the Ministry of Health’s continuous efforts to assemble blood units from donors, and to provide these units to healthcare institutions. The drive which was split into two days took place on Monday ,August 7 at the Head Office building, while the second one was on Wednesday, August 9 at Al Khoudh branch.

Commenting on the initiative, Sami Omar al Zadjali (pictured) Executive Manager — Marketing & Corporate Communications, noted, “Blood donation helps healthcare institutions provide safe blood units for inpatients and those in need of urgent blood transfer. We at BankDhofar save no efforts to support healthcare providers across the Sultanate and to contribute to their work that aims to provide high quality health services to meet the needs and requirements of the society.”

As part of its transformation strategy “Together 2020”, which aims at reaffirming its position as a leading bank in the Sultanate and the best in the Gulf, BankDhofar continues to provide the best customer experience, innovative products and creative services that are custom-made to meet the needs and requirements of our customers. BankDhofar believes that happy, engaged and healthy employees are the cornerstone of a successful organisation, therefore transformation programmes have placed employees at the forefront through a number of initiatives.

“In addition to its various health benefits for the donor, donating blood is a noble thing to do and it helps safe lives and enhances the health and well-being of those who need it the most. This initiative comes as part of BankDhofar’s staff well-being programme, aiming at encouraging the staff to participate in causes that help in keeping good health” Sami added.