Sohar Aluminium, Athar Foundation sign MoU to support healthcare projects in Oman
The agreement was signed by Ahmed Mohammed Al Kharousi, Director General of Human Resources and Corporate Affairs at Sohar Aluminium, and Ali Hassan Al Lawati, Vice Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Athar Foundation.
The MoU aims to establish a structured mechanism for directing donations and contributions within the framework of corporate social responsibility, supporting the establishment of sustainable healthcare projects based on clear national priorities. It ensures the effective utilisation of available resources to maximize impact.
Under the agreement, both parties will evaluate requests submitted by various healthcare institutions based on precise criteria to determine funding priorities. They will also monitor the implementation of approved projects and conduct studies to assess their social impact, measuring their effectiveness and contribution to Oman's healthcare system.
It is worth mentioning that Athar Healthcare Endowment Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting Oman's health sector through developmental initiatives that enhance the quality of healthcare services and promote integrated, sustainable healthcare delivery for the community.
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