Over the course of a month, our people collectively volunteered more than 250 hours serving their local communities in partnership with organizations across the globe. Thanks to the organizations and volunteers, as well as our Social Impact Forum (SIF) and affinity groups, for their contributions. #deshawgroup
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🌍 Commitment to Corporate Social Responsibility at PDQ! 🌍 At PDQ, we believe in giving back to our community and making a positive impact. That's why we've established a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) committee dedicated to driving our efforts in social and environmental initiatives. Our CSR committee is involved in various activities, including: -Organizing community service events -Implementing sustainable business practices -Supporting local charities and nonprofits -Promoting employee volunteerism We are passionate about making a difference and continuously seek new contributing ways. Does your organization have a CSR committee? What kind of initiatives do they undertake? Please share your experiences and ideas with us! #CorporateSocialResponsibility #CommunityImpact #Sustainability #PDQCares #TeamPDQ
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