In the digital age, access to technology is not a luxury—it is a fundamental right. Smart Axiata, Cambodia's leading telecommunications operator, has taken this to heart with one of the most robust Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) portfolios in the Kingdom.
A Second Chance for Dropouts
Perhaps their most heartwarming initiative is the Basic Education Equivalency Programme (BEEP), run in partnership with UNESCO and MoEYS. This program offers a lifeline to young Cambodians who were forced to drop out of school to work.
Through online learning centers equipped with free internet and tablets, these students can complete their Grade 9 equivalent certification at their own pace.
'I thought my education was over when I started working in a garment factory. BEEP gave me the flexibility to study at night. Now, I am enrolled in a vocational college.' — Sophea, BEEP Graduate
Funding Dreams
For those aiming higher, the SmartEdu Scholarship program is transforming lives. It provides up to $15,000 per student to cover tuition and living expenses for bright students from poor families.
By investing over 1% of their annual revenue back into society, Smart Axiata is proving that big business can be a force for good. Read their full sustainability report here.