Vietnam: Donation of 500 Solar Lanterns to Communities in Quang Tri Province
In March, the Panasonic Group donated approximately 500 solar lanterns to two communities in central Vietnam's Quang Tri Province, where many low-income households live. In these communities, about 50% of households are classified as low-income or near-poverty households, and the region is frequently affected by typhoons and natural disasters. Through this donation, Panasonic aims to reduce families' financial burdens and improve nighttime study environments for children.
Children studying after sunset using the donated solar lanterns
■ Donation Ceremony at the Quang Tri Provincial People's Committee
On March 11, a donation ceremony was held at the Quang Tri Provincial People's Committee, gathering key stakeholders. Attendees included Hoang Xuan Tan, Vice Chairman of the committee; Fujino, President of Panasonic Vietnam; Yokoyama, Director; Abe, Vice President of Panasonic Electric Works Vietnam; Doumoto, General Manager of the Corporate Citizenship Office, Panasonic Holdings Corporation; as well as representatives from local media. Vice Chairman Tan commented, "We are deeply grateful that a globally renowned company like Panasonic has chosen this area of Quang Tri as the recipient of its donation. " The ceremony was reported by local television and newspapers.
■ Local Donation Ceremony
On March 12, representatives visited the recipient communities and personally distributed solar lanterns to recipient households. Residents who received the solar lanterns shared the following feedback:"Without electricity, the greatest challenges are that children cannot study after sunset and families are unable to prepare dinner. The solar lanterns make a significant difference in our daily lives."
The solar lantern donation ceremony
A family at a recipient household
Additionally, Panasonic Vietnam and Panasonic Electric Works Vietnam donated used books and ceiling fans to local elementary and junior high schools. Ambassadors from "Gen G" also conducted environmental education classes.
*Gen G (Green Generation) is an initiative independently led by Panasonic Vietnam as part of Panasonic GREEN IMPACT (PGI). The program promotes environmental awareness and action among young people aged 18 to 26.
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