Concentrics Philippines, the country’s largest private employer and a global leader in technology and services, unveiled its latest corporate social initiative in a multi-sectoral event held last October 21 at Concentrics EXXA Tower, Quezon. We proudly launched our Responsibility (CSR) initiative ‘Gadgets for Good’. city. This donation program aims to empower the next generation by donating computers and other essential equipment to students in various schools, local governments, and non-profit organizations across the country.
Concentrix Gadgets for Good is a multidisciplinary collaboration that was launched last October 21 in Quezon City. Participating in the MOA signing (from left): DICT -MIMARROPA Regional Director Emmy Lou Delfin, Concentrix VP of Client Success Tonici Parekh, Department of Education Consultant Cielo Mendoza, IBPAP Project Manager Jopat Lelei.
This initiative aims to provide young learners with the tools they need to excel in an increasingly technology-driven world. As part of our continued commitment to community building and innovation, Concentrics Philippines recognizes that access to technology plays a critical role in shaping the future. By providing students with the necessary equipment, “Gadgets for Good” enables them to focus more on their education and ensures that they are ready to meet the demands of the digital age.
Prior to the launch, on October 18th, Concentrix leader Atty. Michael Montero, Legal Director; Maria, Vice President of Lara Station Delivery Shared Services, and Tonici Parekh, Vice President of Client Success, participate in the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding with the Secretary of the Ministry of Education, Sonny Angara, to provide English skills development to teachers and educators. Participated in CSR programs including the “Turo Guro” program. As a learning method for thinking about innovation and business ethics.
The launch of Gadgets for Good on October 21 also included a ceremonial handover and signing of a memorandum of understanding, with Tonichi Parekh, Vice President of Client Success, Concentrix, and Jopat Lelay, Project Manager, IT-BPO Association. We participated together with leaders from multiple departments, including: Philippines, Ms. Graciela Mendoza, Consultant, Department of Education, and Ms. Emmy Lou Delfin, Regional Director, Department of Information and Communication Technology, DICT MIMAROPA. Beneficiaries also include the Educational Research and Development Assistance (ERDA) Foundation and the Quezon City Local Government.
“As a technology-driven company, we have been working on this program for the past year and are proud to officially launch Gadgets for Good as part of our efforts to improve the communities we serve. .” Tonichi Parekh, Vice President of Client Success, Concentrix Philippines, said: “Technology should be an empowering tool, not a barrier. Through this program, we want to provide students with the resources they need to thrive, regardless of their background, and create a path to success through the power of technology.” I’m thinking.”
Concentrix’s Head of Legal Affairs said: Michael Montero, who is also the promoter of the program.Gadgets for Good” is also a contribution to Concentrix’s IBPAP PC donation program. This initiative is in collaboration with DepEd, DICT, and various local government units (LGUs) in line with the broader goal of promoting equal opportunities in education and empowering young minds through technology. Collaboration with the government, private organizations, and the private sector highlights joint efforts to ensure digital inclusion of Filipino learners. ”
The official launch of the Concentrix Gadgets for Good PC donation program included the ceremonial handover of computers to beneficiaries such as ERDA and the Quezon City local government. Photo: Participants at the launch included implementation leaders from DICT, DepEd, Concentrix Philippines Gadgets for Good, and private sector and government representatives such as beneficiary ERDA and QC LGU.
“The combination of “Gadgets for Good” with another of our CSR initiatives called “Turo Guro”, which provides free English language skills development for teachers and educators, sparks innovative learning experiences for youth and creates game-changing and bright Paving the way to the future. Career” Closing Lara Station Maria, Vice President of Delivery Shared Services.
At the MOA signing of the Concentrix Turo Guro program held in Pasig on October 18 last year. Front row left: Department of Education Secretary Sonny Angara and Concentrix Philippines Legal Affairs Director. Michael Montero. Back row from left: Philray Javier, Assistant Secretary of Education, Georgina Yang, Assistant Secretary of Education, Tonici Parekh, Vice President of Client Success at Concentrics, and Lara Javier, Vice President of Delivery Shared Services at Concentrics. Mr. Station. maria
Both Turo Guro and Gadgets for Good are initiatives under the “Concentrix Cares” banner that encompasses the company’s various CSR initiatives in the Philippines. Concentrix PH was recently awarded Best Company at the 2024 Asia CEO Awards for being at the forefront of contributing to the country’s economy and local communities. It is also one of the Top 5 Most Inspiring Workplaces in Asia 2024 and ranked number 1 overall on the same global list.
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