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Technology with a heart
SHARE IT. BUILD IT. BRING IT.

Over the years, since its inception in 2012, the annual
CSR Day had served as SPi Global’s sole and collective
CSR program. For six outings, it successfully created
traction in employee involvement and has espoused
the culture of volunteerism by a company that
envisions to “InSPire success”.

As SPi Global continued to progress towards making
a mark as a technology company in 2018, it was
inevitable that the tech mind-set will also permeate
and be adopted into the company’s CSR initiatives. Global CSR Day 2018 Summary

Carrying the theme Share the InfinIT Gift, SPi Global’s Country # Volunteers # Hours
CSR Day 2018 campaign initiated sustainable flagship PHL 2,451 39,480
programs geared towards promoting technology in IND 988 7,858
advocating youth welfare and education. Aimed at USA 25 65
strengthening the company’s presence in the CHN 35 245
communities we belong to, the flagship programs NIC 68 306
required engaging in partnerships on CSR initiatives. VIE 406 1,812
They also rely heavily on long-term commitment and Total 3,973 49,766
sustained efforts from CSR Champions and volun-
teers. Empowering, educating and equipping benefi-
ciaries with skills, awareness and access to IT tools are
primary objectives of the expanded CSR program.

Kicking off at the global headquarters in Parañaque,
Philippines on February 15 with a fundraising event
dubbed Battle of D’Generous, the CSR Day campaign
launch unveiled projects designed to create lasting
impact in the communities we are present in, foster
IT skills among the youth, and enhance learning
experiences in partner schools and communities.

CSR Day 2018 held on March 17 marked SPi Global’s
beginning a new approach to the CSR program.
Across all the global sites, meaningful projects and
partnerships were launched, including funding and
conversion of computer laboratories into smart
classrooms; curriculum development and IT skills en- On CSR Day 2018, SPi Global embarked on a
hancement training for kids, teachers and the elderly; continuing journey towards nurturing future
and year-round IT support in beneficiary schools techies in all our communities.