/IRBIS, September 13, 2010/ - Eurasia Foundation of Central Asia (EFCA), supported by Chevron Corporation and GSM Kazakhstan/Kcell launched the first website to promote corporate social responsibility in Kazakhstan ( see more indicated a message issued today EFCA.

As indicated, the website has been created within the project "Design and build a website and electronic newsletter to promote corporate social responsibility in Kazakhstan." The project aims at strengthening the role of business in social development of Kazakhstan, as well as improved understanding of CSR and access to information and analytical resources on CSR for all stakeholders.

The main objective of the website is to create an information platform for the exchange of experience on social projects and initiatives between business, government agencies, NGOs and other stakeholders.

It is reported that the idea of creating a website was born as a result of the working group on CSR American Chamber of Commerce in Kazakhstan.

"The working group acknowledged that, despite the interest of companies, NGOs and government agencies in the development of CSR, the effective interaction of stakeholders complicated by the lack of common understanding of CSR and coordination of activities to promote CSR. The Web site will allow users to share their experiences, successes and expertise in the field of CSR, to get acquainted with the latest developments in this field in Kazakhstan and in the world to deepen their knowledge of theory and practice of corporate social responsibility, as well as keep abreast of key developments and events on CSR in the country "- it's stated in the message.

Users of the web site will be public authorities, local and international companies, the media, as well as non-governmental (NGOs) and community organizations. Using the web-site will be able to better understand their opportunities for the development and implementation of CSR in business strategy, as well as to acquaint the public with their existing social initiatives and stories of successful projects. In turn, the public authorities will be informed of developments and trends of CSR in society, but also improve their interaction with all stakeholders.

[2010-09-13]