04 Communities

We will create lasting value for our communities by investing in them and in their future, focusing on improving their health and livelihoods, and by investing in the employability and skills of women and young people.​

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At Equatorial Coca-Cola Bottling Company (ECCBC), our dedication to societal growth extends beyond our business operations. As a pillar of our ESG impact strategy, community engagement is pivotal. We are committed to enriching the communities in which we operate by leveraging the unique strengths of our workforce and fostering robust local partnerships. To amplify our social impact, ECCBC actively promotes employee volunteering. Our programs are designed to harness the skills, passion, and enthusiasm of our employees, enabling them to contribute meaningfully to local initiatives. These volunteer efforts not only benefit our communities but also reinforce the solidarity and values within our team, creating a cohesive and motivated workforce. In addition to volunteerism, we prioritize forming and maintaining partnerships with local community organizations. These collaborations are carefully selected to ensure alignment with our core values and to maximize societal benefit. Through these partnerships, we address key community needs, ranging from education and health to environmental sustainability, thereby creating a lasting positive impact. ECCBC’s commitment to community engagement represents a fundamental component of our ESG strategy, emphasizing our role as a responsible corporate citizen dedicated to the well-being and development of our communities.
  • Goal #1

    Have a positive impact on the lives of 1 million people by 2030

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    Water

    Deliver water projects that positively impact people by improving water access, water use and water quality in our communities

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    Education, job skills and equal opportunities

    Provide critical skills training, mentorships and access to economic opportunities for women and the youth by 2030.

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    Health

    Deliver health projects that positively impact people with a specific focus on the welfare of women and the youth.

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    Recycling

    Positively impact communities by encouraging the expansion of the circular economy in our territories.

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    Let Your Eyes Enjoy!

    In partnership with Elena Barraquer Foundation and CIONE Ruta de la Luz partnership, Let Your Eyes Enjoy! project is aimed to provide cataract surgeries and prescription glasses free of charge to members of our communities who otherwise would not have access to them.

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    RAIN Project

    One of the requirements for projects sponsored by the RAIN program is that they empower women and youth in the communities where the project is deployed. This is because when families must travel long distances to get clean drinking water, women and children are disproportionately affected.

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    Dar L’Ftour

    Every year during Ramadan, ECCBC and The Coca-Cola Company join hands to distribute thousands of ftours – the evening meal that breaks the daily fast during the holy month of Ramadan.

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    Project Last Mile

    In partnership with The Coca-Cola Company, the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, and USAID, we leverage our supply chain capabilities to build up governments’ ability to deliver medical supplies to areas where they are currently unable to reach.

SDG 12

05 Sourcing

Make responsible decisions for our communities and our planet by supporting sustainable businesses across our value chain, from the farm to the table.​

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