Batelco Sponsors Colour of Spring Art Competition

Batelco, as part of its commitment to support a wide range of community events, sponsored the recent Colour of Spring art competition organised by the Al Hussaini Society for Islamic Art.

The competition, which was open to adults and children of all nationalities, offered cash prizes to the three winning entries which were selected by judges from a number of Bahraini based societies.

President of Al Hussaini Society A. Nabi Al Hamar thanked Batelco for their generous contribution that ensured the success of the art competition. He also presented Batelco with a gift and plaque to commemorate the event.

Batelco Group General Manager Media & Government Relations Ahmed Al Janahi said that Batelco is committed to supporting a wide range of activities for all nationalities in the community.

"Our customers are involved in all types of activities including art, music, culture and sports and we are delighted to lend our support to promote numerous events throughout the year," he said.

Caption: President of Al Hussaini Society A. Nabi Al Hamar presents Batelco Public Relations Specialist Atifa Rajab with a commemorative reward at the Colour of Spring Art Competition, in the presence of Al Hussaini Society Vice President Reyadh Al Dahabah, left and Public Relations Manager Ali Al Raqraq, right

Batelco Sponsors National Environment Protection Campaign Together for a Better Environment

Batelco, as part of its corporate social responsibility programme, was a major sponsor of the recent National Environment Protection Campaign festival. The event, organised by the Bahrain Ladies Society, was held under the patronage of the Head of Public Commission for the Protection of Marine Life Resources, Environment & Wildlife Governor of the Southern Governorate HE Shaikh Abdulla bin Hamad Al Khalifa. Dr. Adel Khalif AL Zayani, Public Commission for the Protection of Marine Resources Environment and Wildlife represented Shaikh Abdulla on the occasion.

The main purpose of the event, with the theme "Together for a Better Environment", was to enhance society's awareness about the use of plastic bags which continue to have a detrimental affect on the environment in Bahrain and its surrounding sea. The event also encouraged the development of traditional industries, such as pottery and basket making that could help in providing substitutes for plastic products used for various purposes.

Discussions were held on the pros and cons of replacing plastic with alternative materials leading to a healthier environment. Participants urged the public to use paper or cotton bags for food that is normally hot when served fresh, such as traditional bread or chick-peas.

In addition to Batelco's sponsorship, members of Batelco's staff volunteer group, Hearts & Minds were in attendance to support the organisers on the occasion. Batelco Hearts & Minds members participate in a variety of community events every year.

Caption: Batelco's Hearts & Minds volunteers pictured with Minister of State, Mansour Bin Rajab, one of the attendees at the festival