Description

Community relations has recently been described as "food for the soul of the organization." More chief executives are acknowledging that community relations is no longer an afterthought or corporate window-dressing but is now a serious, strategic aspect of business for global companies – indeed a fundamental ingredient for the health of the enterprise. In this program, we will discuss an 11-step best-practices blueprint for implementing the neighbor-of-choice strategy and cap it with a practical case study highlighting the challenges often faced by major oil companies in the Niger Delta and proffer solutions. For Community Relations Officers/ Public Relations Officers of Oil and Gas Companies, Extractive Industry Operators, Project/ Program Managers, Community Relations Committee Members of Houses of Assembly and other Executives interested in improving CSR outcomes in communities where they operate.