Sharjah Police earns ISO 26000 social responsibility standard
Sharjah: Sharjah Police has secured the ISO 26000 international standard for social responsibility, recognising its efforts to integrate social responsibility into policing and apply it across governance, human rights, workplace practices, environmental protection and community engagement. The certification reflects the force’s adoption of international best practices aimed at supporting…
Sharjah Police has obtained the ISO 26000 international standard for social responsibility, highlighting its commitment to integrating social responsibility into policing and applying it across various aspects of governance, human rights, workplace practices, environmental protection, and community engagement. This certification demonstrates the force's adoption of international best practices to promote sustainable development, social stability, and community cohesion, while enhancing the quality of services provided to the public.
The achievement follows the establishment of comprehensive social responsibility policies and their integration into the institution's strategies and operations, resulting in initiatives aimed at addressing community needs and fostering societal stability and cohesion. Brigadier Faisal bin Nassar, Director-General of the General Department of Community Prevention and Protection, emphasized that the certification underscores Sharjah Police's approach to embedding social responsibility as a fundamental component of the policing system.
The force is dedicated to translating social responsibility into practical, sustainable initiatives and practices, reinforcing the connection between institutional performance and the police's role within the community. ISO 26000 provides guidance on six core areas of social responsibility: strengthening governance, supporting human rights, developing workplace practices, protecting the environment, fostering community participation, and improving services for customers and beneficiaries.
For Sharjah Police, these areas encompass enhancing governance, upholding human rights, improving workplace conditions, safeguarding the environment, promoting community engagement, and providing superior services to the public. The certification signifies the culmination of continuous efforts to embed social responsibility into the force's overarching strategy, rather than viewing it as a distinct initiative.
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