For several decades, it was assumed that the sole responsibility of companies was only to generate profits, regardless of the social and environmental impact linked to their activities. Currently, this is changing, as the company must take into account that its activities have both a positive and negative effect on society.

La Corporate Social Responsibility (LAUGHS) is defined as the continuous commitment of businesses to behave ethically and contribute to economic development; improving the quality of life of workers and their families, as well as of the local community and society. In short, it is the responsibility of companies for their impacts on society.

To this end, companies seek the preservation of the environment and the sustainability of future generations, with a vision that integrates respect for people, ethical values, community and the environment. For this reason, the Socially Responsible Companies (ESR) they have added value and a competitive advantage.

We are very happy to share with you that Penka For the second consecutive year, it has obtained the ESR award for Socially Responsible Business from CEMEFI and AlliARSE mainly because of the work we do as a company for the good of the environment and the well-being of the society that surrounds us.

How to recognize an ESR?

They must have the ESR Badge issued by CEMEFI and their actions include:

1. They contribute to Well-being of society.
2. It performs based on a code of ethics.
3. Identify needs social and provides solutions.
4. Respect the ecological environment in each of its operating processes.
5. Respect human rights.
6. It makes alliances for the discussion of issues of public interest.
7. Invest time and resources in the community.
8. Identifies and helps social causes.
9. Promote favorable working conditions for quality of life.
10. It is involved in investment programs and social development.

We invite all companies to take actions that support the well-being of society, its ecological environment and social causes because it is by supporting the community that surrounds us that we can generate the best benefits.

By: Andrea Zambrano

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