Austria

TELE Haase Steuergeräte GmbH. is a company from Vienna that has been working in the technology sector for over 60 years. This company represents a peculiar case as, although there is no specific CSR Manager figure within the company, there are around 4-5 employees who work regularly and guide Corporate Social Responsibility issues. Working groups have been regularly set up for specific projects in which employees also consider and address issues relating to sustainability and social responsibility, as well as resource-saving operations. Precisely for this reason the company maintains a strong commitment to supporting local communities. There are no predetermined partnerships, but rather collaborations adapted to the specific objectives and needs identified by parts of the local communities and the target audience of each project.

Here are some examples of their diverse community engagement:

• Green Up Your Life: This ongoing project focuses on apprentices and supposedly promotes environmental responsibility or skills development.
• Christkindlbriefaktion: In collaboration with Caritas Österreich, the company helps make the holiday wishes of children, young people and adults with disabilities or in need come true.
• Collaboration with other local organizations: Past projects have involved Fond Soziales Wien (social fund) and SOS Kinderdorf (children’s villages), highlighting their involvement in various social causes. ● Clothing collection campaigns: By collaborating with local humanitarian organizations, the company actively participates in collecting donations and clothing for those in need.
• Next initiative: Apprentices will be encouraged to volunteer during working hours, likely supporting local causes such as Vienna’s retirement homes. There is a dedicated workforce focused on the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This team discusses CSR activities with local communities, actively seeking ideas and solutions for positive impact. Also, a new collaboration project is underway with “Lichtblickerhof”, a local community centre that supports children facing serious illnesses, disabilities or traumas. In essence, the company demonstrates a flexible and impactful approach to community engagement, tailoring its support to different needs and partnering with various local organisations for maximum reach.