SIBU: The “Love-In-A-Box” programme has been part of Sarawak Economic Development Corporation’s (SEDC) corporate social responsibility (CSR).
SEDC chairman Tan Sri Datuk Amar Abdul Aziz Husain said SEDC and its groups had continued to undertake various CSR programmes and initiatives aimed at helping the underprivileged.
“This is especially during the joyful atmosphere of seasonal festivities we are celebrating such as Christmas.
“For this year, we dedicate the programme to the children at Sibu Autistic Association (SAA),” he said via Zoom at the programme held at Agape Centre here on Tuesday (Dec 13).
The programme involved a total of 40 children from SAA – 20 of them attended the event physically.
SEDC Corporate Relations & Communications Division acting director Judith Angela Skinner handed over Christmas gifts and pocket money to the children present.
Others in atendance were SAA president David Ngu Tai Giin, SAA manager Winnie Siong as well as staff from SEDC headquarters and its Sibu office.
Abdul Aziz said apart from Love-In-A Box, among the CSR initiatives undertaken through Jelajah CSR were Majlis Belaiaan Kasih with residents of Rumah Seri Kenangan Kuching and breaking of fast with orphans.
In his address earlier, Ngu expressed his appreciation to SEDC for their support.
“Their love and support have given hope and warmth to the children and their family members.
“SEDC never forgets to take care of those who are in need. It is a great honour for SAA to be the beneficiary of SEDC’s kindness and generosity,” Ngu noted.
