Sustainability

Empowering societies by connecting them to what matters most has always been at the heart of what we do. Since inception in 1997, Grameenphone has been striving to uphold high ethical standards in its business while delivering on its social obligations. We are committed to UN Sustainable Development Goals with specific focus on Goal #10 – Reducing Inequalities. We want to enable societies to unlock and experience the benefits of the digital revolution and achieve their fullest potential with connectivity.

The sustainability agenda for Grameenphone is clearly defined by global directions. For more details, please check Telenor Sustainability Report 2018. We are committed to collaborate with responsible and impactful social partners to reduce inequality and empower the society within our field of expertise. We are equally committed to maintaining responsible business practices throughout our entire supply chain, ensuring that our partners maintain the same standards.

Bangladesh CSR Award 2018

Grameenphone was awarded for “Innovations in Corporate Social Responsibility Practices” at the Bangladesh CSR Leadership Awards 2018. We were recognized for our innovative approach in designing and deploying sustainability initiatives for the community.  The Awards recognize corporate entities and individuals that have made a significant and positive impact on the people around them, through their involvement in corporate social responsibility programs focusing on communities, the environment and people. All sustainability projects such as the Child Online Safety and Supply Chain Sustainability initiatives are based on a successful marriage between technology and innovation.