5.3 Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Policy
- Community & Stakeholder Engagement

Effective Date: January 1, 2025
Last Updated: January 1, 2025

1. Introduction
1.1 Net Onboard Sdn Bhd is committed to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) as an integral part of our business strategy, ensuring that our operations positively impact society, the environment, and stakeholders.
1.2 This CSR Policy outlines our approach to ethical business practices, environmental sustainability, community engagement, and social impact.
1.3 This policy applies to:
– All employees, management, stakeholders, and business partners of Net Onboard.
– All business operations, corporate initiatives, and strategic decisions.

2. CSR Commitments & Core Areas
2.1 Sustainable Business Practices:
– Implement green technology solutions to reduce environmental impact.
– Minimize waste and promote eco-friendly initiatives in digital and cloud computing services.
2.2 Community Development & Social Impact:
– Support local education programs, technology training, and youth empowerment initiatives.
– Collaborate with non-profit organizations, universities, and government agencies to promote digital literacy.
2.3 Ethical Business Conduct & Governance:
– Maintain transparent governance and ethical business practices.
– Adhere to Bursa Malaysia’s Sustainability Reporting Guidelines (if applicable) and ISO 26000 Social Responsibility Standards.
2.4 Employee Well-Being & Diversity:
– Promote diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in recruitment, promotions, and corporate culture.
– Provide fair wages, safe working conditions, and career development opportunities.

3. Community Engagement & Philanthropy
3.1 Charitable Donations & Sponsorships:
– Allocate annual CSR funds to support local community projects and charities.
– Encourage employee participation in volunteer programs and donation drives.
3.2 Digital Inclusion & Education Programs:
– Offer scholarships, mentorship programs, and free IT skills training to underprivileged communities.
– Partner with educational institutions to promote STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education.
3.3 Technology for Good Initiatives:
– Develop affordable digital solutions for small businesses and non-profits.
– Support social enterprises through cloud-based innovation and technology grants.

4. Environmental Sustainability & Climate Action
4.1 Energy Efficiency & Green IT Practices:
– Reduce carbon footprint by implementing energy-efficient cloud data centers.
– Transition towards 100% renewable energy sources by 2030.
4.2 Waste Management & E-Waste Recycling:
– Promote recycling of outdated IT equipment and responsible e-waste disposal.
– Encourage paperless operations and cloud-based document management.
4.3 Sustainable Procurement Practices:
– Source materials and services from eco-friendly and ethical vendors.
– Implement a supplier ESG evaluation process.

5. CSR Reporting & Transparency
5.1 Annual CSR Impact Report:
– Publish a yearly CSR and sustainability report outlining progress and social impact.
– Share updates with investors, employees, customers, and regulators.
5.2 Stakeholder Collaboration & Feedback:
– Engage with customers, employees, and the public to align CSR initiatives with community needs.
– Conduct surveys and feedback sessions for continuous improvement.

6. Employee Involvement & Volunteerism
6.1 Employee Volunteer Programs:
– Provide employees with paid leave for community service and volunteering activities.
– Recognize and reward employees who actively contribute to social responsibility projects.
6.2 CSR Leadership Training:
– Train employees on sustainability, ethical leadership, and responsible corporate citizenship.
– Encourage managers to integrate CSR principles into their business strategies.

7. Compliance & Governance
7.1 Regulatory Compliance:
– This policy aligns with ISO 26000 Social Responsibility Standards and Malaysia’s CSR Guidelines.
– Net Onboard complies with Bursa Malaysia’s ESG requirements (if applicable).
7.2 Ethical Oversight & Accountability:
– The CSR & Sustainability Committee oversees all CSR initiatives.
– Employees and stakeholders can report CSR concerns via [email protected].

8. Governing Law & Dispute Resolution
8.1 This policy is governed by Malaysian law.
8.2 CSR-related disputes will be resolved through mediation before arbitration or litigation.

9. Amendments & Updates
9.1 Net Onboard reserves the right to update this CSR Policy at any time.
9.2 Stakeholders will be notified of material changes via email or official announcements.
For CSR-related inquiries, contact [email protected].