DAMAC concludes COVID-19 vaccination drive
Firm began its campaign in January and notes that chairman Hussain Sajwani set an example for staff by taking the jab
DAMAC Properties has announced that it has concluded its COVID-19 staff vaccination drive. The Dubai-based developer said that employees and their spouses were administered the second jab of the Sinopharm vaccine at the DAMAC Executive Heights headquarters.
The company vaccinated just under 2,000 people across the company and its subsidiaries, as well as the spouses of staff members.
According to a statement from DAMAC, it launched its vaccination drive in January under the slogan “Don’t get the virus. Get the vaccine” and urged its employees to protect themselves, co-workers, families and fellow citizens.
“The successful administration of the second jab for DAMAC employees and their spouses makes DAMAC a shining example of what corporate social responsibility looks like. I would like to thank the UAE leaders who have set great example for us and have done an outstanding job, making the UAE among the top nations worldwide in vaccine administration,” Niall McLoughlin, SVP of DAMAC.
This month, the UAE has successfully vaccinated more than 40% of its population, ranking it among the highest administration rates in the world. Its efforts have produced results, the statement noted. Last week, the UAE reported the number of active cases fell below 8,000 for the first time since November, DAMAC explained.
“I am so relieved and grateful that DAMAC has facilitated the vaccinations for us, especially for my staff who work in such a critical and client-facing industry such as hospitality. Many of my staff availed of the vaccine, which makes me a lot more confident in dealing with hotel guests and ensuring a safe environment for all,” added Jean Faivre, SVP of Hospitality at DAMAC.
Mayuri Nigam, senior manager of Social Media noted, “I now feel a sense of comfort knowing that I have protection but I understand that we still need to remain vigilant, continue to wear masks and practice social distancing as much as possible. It is the responsible thing to do.”
Through the vaccination drive, DAMAC aims to encourage its staff to be part of the collective responsibility in overcoming the negative effects of the pandemic. It hopes that corporate drives such as theirs will assist the government in their mission to boost immunity within the population, the company said in its statement.
