Community Engagement

The directors and senior management of Veritech Systems Ltd recognise the importance of responsible community engagement as an integral part of its business activities.

Veritech’s Community Engagement Policy recognises that all stakeholders with whom we engage have rights and deserve respect, and this guides the way that we collaborate with the communities and stakeholders with whom we work.

  • Veritech installed a “defibrillator” on their building for use by its staff and the local community.
  • Veritech sponsors and supports the “Solent Thrashers” and “Totton Football Club”.
  • Assisting the local council and police, Veritech built and installed a “dog pound” to help during winter periods.
  • Veritech supports “Lyndhurst Doctors surgery” by replacing their CCTV system at no cost and providing ongoing support.
  • Veritech recently organized a “counterterrorism awareness” seminar for their client,” Solent University”, at their Southampton grounds for local residents, students, and businesses.

The Southampton Police conducted the counterterriorism seminar with Veritech in support.

  • Veritech is currently planning to host a “Charity Gala” on October 10, 2024, to raise funds and awareness for their corporate partner, the “Hampshire & Isle of Wight Air Ambulance”.
  • Veritech operates its own “neighborhood watch” platform to offer free security advice and support for residents and businesses, sharing important information about crime prevention and deterrence.
  • Veritech has welcomed two new “apprentices” to learn the functions of the business and support their learning development.

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Apprentices often bring fresh perspectives and new ideas to the business, contributing to innovation and problem-solving. Their enthusiasm and eagerness to learn can also have a positive impact on the overall work environment, boosting morale and encouraging a culture of continuous learning.

Apprenticeships can also enhance employee loyalty. When Veritech invested in the training and development of their apprentices, it lead to greater job satisfaction and retention, as they feel valued and are more likely to commit to the organisation long-term.

Having apprentices in Veritech has fostered the development of our skilled and loyal workforce, promoted innovation, and supporting the company’s long-term growth and sustainability goals.

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Veritech is organising a charity open day event in August 2024 to raise awareness and funds for the “Hampshire & Isle of Wight Air Ambulance”. The event will feature CPR learning opportunities, a helicopter simulator, and other educational and fun activities for children and adults.

Furthermore, Veritech recognises that working proactively with communities is integral to a viable future. 

The objectives of the Company’s commitment to community engagement are to:

  • Be proactive and transparent in our engagement with communities.
  • Contribute to the local community by donating equipment and or funds.
  • Contribute to developing community programs through appropriate participation and support.

Engagement with Charities

  • Veritech raised £1,330 for the “Hampshire & Isle of Wight Air Ambulance” through contributions from staff and contractors. This has become an annual fundraising event where new ideas for raising money are discussed.
  • Veritech Systems continues to donate money to the charity “Reach my Street”. They exist to help alleviate the devastating effects of poverty in our communities by providing desperate families with nutritious food.
  • Veritech donated £1,000 to help with the “Ukraine humanitarian crisis” at their border.
  • Veritech makes donations to “Youth Options”, established in 1937, that empowers and supports children and young people across Hampshire to improve life opportunities for a better future.
  • Jo Oldridge, Veritech's credit controller, raised funds for the charity "Spread a Smile" by participating in two events: the Chilterns 50K walk and the “50K Winter Walk” through Action Challenge. "Spread a Smile" aims to bring joy and laughter to seriously ill children during their hospital stays.
  • Veritech consistently offers complementary CCTV to the “Alexander Devine” charity.
  • Veritech provides complementary security services to the “Hampshire and Isle of Wight Trust”.
  • Veritech is the main coordinator for the local “Neighborhood Watch” at their head offices.
  • Every Christmas, Veritech supports the annual “Children’s Lantern Charity”.
  • Installed CCTV to support “The Avenue Centre” and their community outreach. They are a team of committed professional workers who comprehensively support parents and children who might otherwise find themselves isolated and in crisis.

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance

Veritech Systems are proud to now be Corporate Partners with the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance. We will continue to raise more in the coming months and volunteer for local charity events. HIOWAA gives presentations on what they do as a charity and the work that the crew are involved in.

The type of activities that HIOWAA will bring to Veritech include:

◼ Educational fun days.

◼ Team building – in various forms.

◼ Staff volunteering opportunities.

◼ Helicopter simulator

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Charities & Organisations supported by Veritech

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