SOCIAL CLAS’ overseas properties are to comply with local UD/ barrier-free codes and guidelines, and are encouraged to adopt Singapore’s Building & Construction Authority UD Guide in the absence of local codes and guidelines when undergoing development or asset enhancement. Taking a Step Towards a More Inclusive Future In partnership with Accessible Accommodation, Quest Apartment Hotels, a member of The Ascott Limited, organised a training for over 1,200 associates under the Tourism Accommodation Inclusion Programme to better understand and implement measures to meet the requirements of persons with disabilities. Quest also launched the Quest Accessibility Playbook to facilitate the implementation of accessible initiatives across all Quest properties to create welcoming and accessible spaces for everyone. Building Resilience in Communities Community development is a key focus for CLAS as it builds strong social capital and goodwill for CLAS in the communities in which it operates. CapitaLand is a strong advocate for community volunteering and one of the first companies in Singapore to formalise a three-day Volunteer Service Leave system, to encourage employees to contribute back to the community. CapitaLand Hope Foundation (CHF), the philanthropic arm of CapitaLand, contributes towards building resilience in communities where CapitaLand operates, through supporting education, health and well-being initiatives, targeting at children, youth and seniors. CLAS supports various stakeholder engagement activities including environmental sustainability, health and safety, social integration as well as helping vulnerable youth and elderly. In 2023, 61 CLAS employees contributed approximately 464 volunteer hours. Since 2011, Ascott Indonesia has partnered SOS Children’s Village to uplift local communities and empower children from underprivileged backgrounds. On 17 August 2023, Indonesia’s Independence Day, Ascott Jakarta welcomed 11 college-level students from SOS Children’s Village Jakarta to join its flag-hoisting ceremony. The students were also given an exclusive property tour of Ascott Jakarta, and were exposed to the various aspects of hospitality operations. This experience not only allowed them to gain exposure to the hospitality industry but also opened doors for them to pursue internship and traineeship opportunities. Additionally, as part of Ascott’s commitment to community well-being, for its 2023 donation drive, the Ascott Indonesia management team presented donations from Ascott and guests to SOS Children’s Village. Ascott Indonesia management team at SOS Children’s Village 57 CAPITALAND ASCOTT TRUST
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