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Introduction
At Jindal Stainless, we recognize our responsibility to extend our efforts beyond business. We are committed to empowering underserved communities focusing on their needs and addressing them through strategic interventions. Adopting an integrated approach to development, we address social concerns related to women empowerment, rural development, education, livelihood and entrepreneurship, healthcare, and environmental sustainability. Our initiatives are aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), thereby contributing towards a more sustainable and equitable future for all. Beyond investing in comprehensive social interventions, we strive to cultivate a culture of ‘giving back’. Our employees play a significant role in steering our community development efforts by volunteering their time, skills, and knowledge, engaging with local communities, and adding value to our programs. The Jindal Stainless Foundation (JSF), our CSR arm, is registered under the Registrar of Societies and committed to enhancing the well-being of communities. JSF plays a crucial role in fostering positive transformations in communities around our plant locations and underserved regions. Under the leadership of Chairperson Mrs. Deepika Jindal, our CSR initiatives are developed in collaboration with experts, non-profit organizations, government institutions, and community stakeholders to deliver impactful changes in the lives of individuals touched by the Company.
Our Philosophy
Our CSR philosophy embraces a strategic approach to promote sustainable social development and drive inclusive growth. It connects the Company and its employees with the larger society, enabling us to help empower community people through tailored programs and direct interventions. The aim is to foster a sense of responsibility and collective action, empowering us to advance towards a more prosperous and empowered society. Our objectives are centered on addressing community needs comprehensively through impactful, need-based programs that enhance skills and promote sustainability.
Our impact in 2023-24
Through holistic CSR interventions, we impacted over 68,700 people through programs in health, livelihood, education, empowering women and environmental sustainability.
Our Initiatives
The Jindal Stainless Foundation has been implementing initiatives contributing to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in Haryana, Odisha, and Delhi NCR. These initiatives are dedicated to create sustainable transformations in the community by serving the people in need.
Women Empowerment
Our efforts for women empowerment through holistic CSR interventions at JSL aim to address multifaceted challenges, including health, livelihood, education and social equality. By fostering comprehensive support systems, we enable women to thrive personally and professionally, contributing to inclusive growth and sustainable development in our communities.
Menstrual health and hygiene remains a concern in our society, hence, access to proper menstrual care is a crucial part of our initiatives to empower girls and women. In collaboration with the NGO Sachi Saheli, we work in Hisar, Haryana, to educate adolescent school girls and women from rural communities on the importance of menstrual hygiene. Additionally, in Jajpur, Odisha, we support women entrepreneurs who produce affordable sanitary napkins under the brand name Sahaja. Realising the need to address stigma around menstruation, these women not only produce napkins for use by local women but also advocate for menstrual health by organising sensitisation sessions in the community. Collectively, these programs have impacted over 7,000 women and girls, demonstrating our commitment to fostering community well-being and empowering women and girls with essential knowledge and resources.
Skill development and livelihood play a pivotal role in empowering women by providing economic opportunities and fostering financial independence. We support women Self Help Groups (SHGs), to help enable women to develop entrepreneurial skills, access credit, and participate actively in decision-making processes within their communities. Over the years, various women have been able to successfully establish micro-enterprises. We continue to support their efforts through skill development, capital support and fostering linkages. As part of our efforts for women empowerment through livelihood, we have reached over 4,300 women.
- Asmita is one such enterprise where we provided vocational skills to women and supported to set-up garments production unit. Over time, this initiative has evolved into a thriving women-led business specialising in safety jackets, college uniforms, masks and women’s garment. It now provides permanent employment and a stable income source for beneficiaries from our local rural communities.
- Samparna Jeevika Producer Company Limited (SJPCL) empowers women self-help group members to achieve economic independence through diverse income-generating activities like spice production, mushroom cultivation, poultry farming, pisciculture, and goat rearing. Close monitoring and continuous feedback ensure the sustainability and success of these initiatives.
Women’s rights and gender equality continues to be a focus area for our CSR interventions for girls and women. The social milieu especially in rural and marginalised communities witnesses gender bias which we aim to address through our programs. In partnership with Selfie with Daughter Foundation, we advocate for women’s rights by sensitising men and women in the community alike. Our program holistically addresses to bring change by sensitively educating families and communities to recognise efforts and needs of girls and women at their homes. In addition to this, in collaboration with the Woman of the Elements Trust, we are working on the issue of domestic violence where we not only sensitise women on their rights but provide legal counselling and support. Overall, we were able to impact more than 6,200 girls, women and other community members.
Rural Development
Our CSR intervention for rural development focuses on enabling sustainable growth, enhancing quality of life, and economic empowerment. By fostering inclusive progress and addressing fundamental needs, we aim to bridge the urban-rural divide, reduce poverty, and create resilient communities capable of self-sustained growth.
Providing access to clean water is an important focus of our CSR intervention. By installing water filtration units in government schools in Hisar and Jajpur, and a solar water unit in village in Jajpur, we ensure communities have reliable access to safe water, improving health and everyday living. These initiatives regularly benefits over 7,800 students, teachers, and community members, fostering a healthier environment conducive to growth and development.
Healthcare
Ensuring access to healthcare is vital for community well-being. Our initiatives address critical health issues, promoting preventive care and specialised treatment for conditions like clubfoot, enhancing quality of life and fostering healthier communities.
The Community health clinic in Jajpur, offers free healthcare services to nearby villagers. We also operate a mobile medical van which is conveniently able to provide basic healthcare to elderly and people in remote locations. Over 8,400 individuals received consultations and medicines, with critical cases referred.
Clubfoot is a birth defect that causes twisted feet due to shortened muscle-to-bone tissues. In partnership with CURE International India Trust, we work to eliminate clubfoot in children in Haryana and Odisha. The programme focuses on early identification and provides free non-surgical treatment, casting, and bracing by trained medical staff. Regular counselling and follow-up with families ensures complete and successful treatment for affected children.
Environment Sustainability
At JSL, we care for the environment and ecology, and realise its importance for sustainable development, combating climate change, reducing pollution, and preserving natural resources. By prioritising environmental stewardship, we strive to enhance community well-being and sustainable growth.
Stainless Swachhata Abhiyaan aligns with the Swachh Bharat Mission with an aim to address waste disposal practices through comprehensive waste management. We have partnered with the Green Dream Foundation to work in enabling a sustainable solid waste management program in Hisar and Jajpur. Through door-to-door collection, community sensitisation, and recycling waste, the program has benefited over 8,100 people and diverted 150 tonnes of waste from landfills in 2023-24.
Menstrual health and hygiene
Menstrual health and hygiene remains a concern in our society, hence, access to proper menstrual care is a crucial part of our initiatives to empower girls and women. In collaboration with the NGO Sachi Saheli, we work in Hisar, Haryana, to educate adolescent school girls and women from rural communities on the importance of menstrual hygiene. Additionally, in Jajpur, Odisha, we support women entrepreneurs who produce affordable sanitary napkins under the brand name Sahaja. Realising the need to address stigma around menstruation, these women not only produce napkins for use by local women but also advocate for menstrual health by organising sensitisation sessions in the community. Collectively, these programs have impacted over 7,000 women and girls, demonstrating our commitment to fostering community well-being and empowering women and girls with essential knowledge and resources.
Skill development and livelihood
Skill development and livelihood play a pivotal role in empowering women by providing economic opportunities and fostering financial independence. We support women Self Help Groups (SHGs), to help enable women to develop entrepreneurial skills, access credit, and participate actively in decision-making processes within their communities. Over the years, various women have been able to successfully establish micro-enterprises. We continue to support their efforts through skill development, capital support and fostering linkages. As part of our efforts for women empowerment through livelihood, we have reached over 4,300 women.
- Asmita is one such enterprise where we provided vocational skills to women and supported to set-up garments production unit. Over time, this initiative has evolved into a thriving women-led business specialising in safety jackets, college uniforms, masks and women’s garment. It now provides permanent employment and a stable income source for beneficiaries from our local rural communities.
- Samparna Jeevika Producer Company Limited (SJPCL) empowers women self-help group members to achieve economic independence through diverse income-generating activities like spice production, mushroom cultivation, poultry farming, pisciculture, and goat rearing. Close monitoring and continuous feedback ensure the sustainability and success of these initiatives.
Women’s rights and gender equality
Women’s rights and gender equality continues to be a focus area for our CSR interventions for girls and women. The social milieu especially in rural and marginalised communities witnesses gender bias which we aim to address through our programs. In partnership with Selfie with Daughter Foundation, we advocate for women’s rights by sensitising men and women in the community alike. Our program holistically addresses to bring change by sensitively educating families and communities to recognise efforts and needs of girls and women at their homes. In addition to this, in collaboration with the Woman of the Elements Trust, we are working on the issue of domestic violence where we not only sensitise women on their rights but provide legal counselling and support. Overall, we were able to impact more than 6,200 girls, women and other community members.
Providing access to clean water
Providing access to clean water is an important focus of our CSR intervention. By installing water filtration units in government schools in Hisar and Jajpur, and a solar water unit in village in Jajpur, we ensure communities have reliable access to safe water, improving health and everyday living. These initiatives regularly benefits over 7,800 students, teachers, and community members, fostering a healthier environment conducive to growth and development.
Community health clinic
The Community health clinic in Jajpur, offers free healthcare services to nearby villagers. We also operate a mobile medical van which is conveniently able to provide basic healthcare to elderly and people in remote locations. Over 8,400 individuals received consultations and medicines, with critical cases referred.
Clubfoot
Clubfoot is a birth defect that causes twisted feet due to shortened muscle-to-bone tissues. In partnership with CURE International India Trust, we work to eliminate clubfoot in children in Haryana and Odisha. The programme focuses on early identification and provides free non-surgical treatment, casting, and bracing by trained medical staff. Regular counselling and follow-up with families ensures complete and successful treatment for affected children.
Stainless Swachhata Abhiyaan
Stainless Swachhata Abhiyaan aligns with the Swachh Bharat Mission with an aim to address waste disposal practices through comprehensive waste management. We have partnered with the Green Dream Foundation to work in enabling a sustainable solid waste management program in Hisar and Jajpur. Through door-to-door collection, community sensitisation, and recycling waste, the program has benefited over 8,100 people and diverted 150 tonnes of waste from landfills in 2023-24.
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