Central Retail Recognized with Human Rights Awards for the 2nd Consecutive Year Recognized with the Outstanding Achievement of Human Rights Awards 2024 (Large Corporation Category)
On December 2, 2024, Central Retail proudly received the Outstanding Achievement of Human Rights Award 2024 (Large Corporation Category) for the second consecutive year. Khun Panchalee Weeratammawat, CRC Chief People Officer, represented the organization to receive the award from Police Colonel Tawee Sodsong, Minister of Justice, at a prestigious ceremony hosted by the Department of Rights and Liberties Protection under the Ministry of Justice. This recognition, with participation from over 200 organizations, highlights Central Retail’s dedication to promoting human rights, equity, and sustainability in Thailand.
This honor reflects Central Retail’s impactful efforts to address societal challenges through a variety of initiatives. For example, Central Retail has partnered with organizations to promote fair recruitment practices and provide career opportunities for vulnerable groups, including programs to support people with disabilities through skills training and job placement, such as the development of wheelchair repair workshops in Nakhon Ratchasima. Central Retail has empowered women through initiatives like International Women’s Day campaigns, highlighting gender equality in leadership. Additionally, the company has championed the LGBTQ+ community by organizing activities during Pride Month to celebrate diversity and inclusion.
Furthermore, Central Retail supports local artisans and SMEs by preserving traditional craftsmanship and creating sustainable income opportunities through partnerships with local communities. The CAP SWAP project is another standout initiative, upcycling plastic bottle caps into classroom furniture, including multipurpose roundtables and bookshelves, to benefit underprivileged schools, demonstrating CRC’s commitment to sustainability and social impact.
Receiving this award for the second year in a row is a significant milestone, reaffirming Central Retail’s leadership in human rights advocacy. These initiatives underscore the company’s dedication to fostering inclusivity, strengthening communities, and shaping a fairer, more equitable society rooted in dignity and opportunity.