Principles of Social Responsibility
Principles of Social Responsibility and Sustainability
Sonker Company adopts the core principles of social responsibility in accordance with the international standard ISO 26000 and is committed to applying and integrating them into all its activities, operations, and decision-making processes as follows:
1. Accountability
Sonker Company is committed to taking responsibility for the economic, social, and environmental impacts of its decisions and activities, and to accepting appropriate inspection, audit, and assessment processes, while responding to their outcomes with transparency and effectiveness. The company also commits to adopting preventive and proactive measures to manage risks and mitigate potential negative impacts, prevent their recurrence, and thereby contribute to enhancing sustainability, improving institutional performance, increasing operational efficiency, and ensuring business continuity.
2. Transparency
Sonker Company is committed to the accurate, clear, and reliable disclosure of its policies, decisions, activities, and performance, including actual and potential impacts on society, the environment, and the economy. This commitment strengthens trust and accountability and supports informed decision-making by stakeholders.
3. Ethical Behavior
Sonker Company is committed to fostering a culture of integrity, transparency, and ethical conduct across all its operations and activities through the adoption and implementation of codes of conduct and corporate values. It also ensures effective monitoring and compliance mechanisms and encourages the reporting of unethical practices and violations while guaranteeing confidentiality and protection from any form of retaliation or discrimination.
4. Respect for Stakeholder Interests
Sonker Company is committed to identifying its stakeholders, understanding their legitimate expectations and needs, and considering their interests and perspectives in decision-making processes and activities that may affect them. The company also promotes effective dialogue and communication with stakeholders, supporting the development of trust-based and sustainable partnerships.
5. Respect for the Rule of Law
Sonker Company is fully committed to complying with applicable laws, regulations, and legal requirements across all its locations and operations. It regularly reviews its compliance status and takes appropriate corrective actions to address any non-conformities, ensuring full adherence to relevant legal and regulatory obligations.
6. Respect for International Norms of Behavior
Sonker Company is committed to respecting and applying internationally recognized standards of responsible conduct and sustainable practices, particularly in cases where local requirements are less stringent than international standards, while ensuring full compliance with the rule of law.
7. Respect for Human Rights
Sonker Company is committed to respecting and protecting internationally recognized human rights in accordance with the International Bill of Human Rights and the National Human Rights Strategy. These principles are integrated into its policies, operational practices, and relationships with employees, contractors, suppliers, and stakeholders, ensuring a work environment based on dignity, equality, and non-discrimination.
Captain. Ossama Alsharif
Deputy Chairman and Managing Director