Hemas launches ‘Abhimana’ initiative
Hemas Holdings PLC last Friday launched its ‘Abhimana’ initiative to make sustainability a lifestyle throughout the company. Incorporating responsibility and sustainability into every action, Hemas spearheaded this corporate responsibility project to encourage in every employee a deep and intrinsic sense of dignity and pride that can only arise from a life responsibly lived.
The sannasa or scroll containing the formal declaration was ceremonially handed over to CEO Steven Enderby by Head of Group Sustainability and Corporate Communication Shiromi Masakorala in the presence of a large and distinguished gathering at the BMICH. Present were board members, the top management, key stakeholders and a vast cross section of staff from the sectors Hemas operates in.
This new initiative is spearheaded by CEO Steven Enderby who said, “As one of the most
As one of the most respected companies in Sri Lanka we attribute our achievements to the values we have been upholding since our inception 65 years ago
respected companies in Sri Lanka we attribute our achievements to the values we have been upholding since our inception 65 years ago.
Our founders had a vision for the company and values played a key role in this journey. ‘Abhimana’ is the DNA of Hema’s core values which enhances the experience of living and working together in a responsible sustainable society. We take pride in playing our part in that, not only through operating our businesses as a responsible corporate, but more broadly how we live our lives.
It also empowers and encourages our employees and stakeholders to take ownership and contribute through creative ideas and initiatives, to proudly inspire change.”
Head of Group Sustainability and Corporate Communication Shiromi Masakorala said, “In Sanskrit the word Abhimana means ‘pride’. The logo is selfexplanatory and portrays the values Hemas is dedicated to. If one steadfastly lives by these values, the sustainability of any organisation is guaranteed.”
She went to say that corporate sustainability is not only achieving financial returns or going green but rather how businesses operate in social, cultural and economic environments while being accountable for their actions.