Kuala Lumpur, 21 JUNE 2023 - Newly-launched Yayasan MR D.I.Y. [MR D.I.Y. Foundation] is committed to implementing community impact programmes that add value to the lives of Malaysians. In a statement released today, the Foundation expressed its dedication to organising, implementing, and supporting initiatives that provide assistance and relief to those in need. The Foundation's focus areas include environmental protection, improving the health and well-being of the population, supporting capacity-building and development programs, as well as promoting and nurturing Malaysia's rich arts and culture.
The Foundation also announced the appointment of Puan Zaleha Mohd Mydin as the Foundation's Chief Executive Officer [CEO].
Responding to her appointment, the Foundation's incoming CEO said, “I am humbled by this appointment. Our mission at Yayasan MR D.I.Y. is to continue to look for meaningful ways to positively impact society, and I am eager to start working with our teams, partners, and various government agencies to realise this vision. Our ultimate goal is to uplift the lives of Malaysians and contribute to the betterment of society. We extend our heartfelt appreciation to the MR D.I.Y. Group for supporting the setting up of the Foundation.”
The appointment of Zaleha was lauded by Adrian Ong, CEO of MR D.I.Y Group Berhad, who said, "Being an active supporter of the communities we operate in has always been part of MR D.I.Y.’s ethos. Our MR D.I.Y. Cares team have been tireless in their efforts to help those in need and to champion causes that bring positive impact to communities.
Ong continued, “Zaleha played a pivotal role in driving the MR D.I.Y. Group’s community impact programmes over the years, including leading the MR D.I.Y. Cares team and the many initiatives we carried out during the COVID-19 pandemic. She has the knowledge, experience, and passion needed to ensure Yayasan MR D.I.Y. benefits more people and communities, and we entrust her with our resources and support to realise our vision for a better Malaysia," added Ong.
In 2022, MR.D.I.Y carried out more than 90 community impact programmes, benefitting more than 126,000 people and their communities. It also received its first Environment, Social & Governance (ESG) award, as Best Newcomer in the Equities Category at the inaugural The Edge ESG Awards 2022. Its support of Yayasan MR D.I.Y is yet another way the retailer is adding value to the lives of Malaysians.
