Concentrix Philippines Launches “Gadgets for Good” Donation Program for Digital Inclusivity and Empowerment
Concentrix Philippines, the country’s largest private employer and a worldwide technology and services leader, proudly unveiled its latest Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) project, “Gadgets for Good,” at a multi-sectoral event on October 21 in Concentrix EXXA Tower, Quezon City. The donation initiative aims to empower the next generation by distributing necessary electronics like as computers to students from various schools, local governments, and non-profit organizations across the country.
The effort aims to empower young learners with the tools they need to succeed in an increasingly technologically advanced society. Concentrix Philippines understands the importance of digital access in creating the future as part of its continued commitment to community building and innovation. By providing students with the essential equipment, “Gadgets for Good” allows them to participate more completely in their education and guarantees that they are ready to face the demands of the digital age.
On October 18, ahead of the launch, Concentrix leaders Atty. Michael Montero, Head of Legal; Larah Sta. Maria, VP for Delivery Shared Services; and Tonichi Parekh, VP for Client Success, signed a memorandum with DepEd Secretary Sonny Angara for its CSR programs, which included Turo Guro, a program that provides English language upskilling for teachers and educators, as well as innovation mindset and business ethics education.
Concentrix VP for Client Success Tonichi Parekh was joined by multi-sectoral leaders such as Jopat Lelay, Executive Director for Roadmap and Shared Services Delivery from the IT-BPO Association of the Philippines, Graciela Mendoza, Consultant for the Department of Education, and Emmy Lou Delfin, Regional Director of the Department of Information and Communications, at the October 21 launch of Gadgets for Good, which also included a ceremonial turnover and memorandum signing. Beneficiaries included the Educational Research and Development Assistance (ERDA) Foundation and the Quezon City Local Government.
“As a tech-led company, we have been engaged in this program for the past year and proud to formally launch ‘Gadgets for Good’ as part of our commitment to uplift the communities we serve,” said Tonichi Parekh, Concentrix Philippines VP for Client Success. “Technology should be a tool for empowerment, not a barrier. Through this program, we hope to provide students with the necessary resources to thrive regardless of their background, and create pathways for success through the power of technology.”
According to Concentrix Head of Legal Atty. Michael Montero who is also a proponent of the program, “ ‘Gadgets for Good’ is also Concentrix’s contribution to the IBPAP PC Donation Program. In collaboration with DepEd and DICT and various Local Government Units (LGUs), this initiative aligns with the broader goal of fostering equal opportunities in education and empowering young minds through technology. Collaborating with government, civil organizations and private sector highlights the collective effort to ensure digital inclusivity for Filipino learners.”
“Together with our other CSR initiative called ‘Turo Guro’ which provides free English language upskilling for teachers and educators, its combination with ‘Gadgets for Good’ ignites a transformative learning experience for our youth, paving the way for a brighter future with game-changing careers,” closes Larah Sta. Maria, VP for Delivery Shared Services.
Both Turo Guro and Gadgets for Good are initiatives under the banner “Concentrix Cares” which encompasses the various CSR initiatives of the company in the Philippines. Concentrix PH was recently recognized as Grand Winner- Company of the Year at the 2024 Asia CEO Awards for being at the forefront of contributing to the nation’s economy and its communities. It is also one of the 5 Most Inspiring Workplaces in Asia 2024, and ranked #1 overall in the global list of the same.
