The Vodafone ATH Fiji Foundation, dedicated to improving the lives of those they serve, made a significant impact at their 5th Multidisciplinary (Pacific) Conference.
Held at the Crowne Plaza Fiji Nadi Bay Resort & Spa yesterday, the foundation awarded $141,500 to 14 charities.
In a notable milestone for the organization, the foundation has seen significant growth and impact in recent years. It now supports 100 charities annually through 10 impactful programs.
Together, they have invested an impressive $50 million in social services, forming enduring partnerships with 1,000 program charity partners and a vast network of collaborators.
The foundation has collaborated with over 2,000 charity organizations, reaching 800 villages, and supporting 400 schools with direct grants totaling $12 million.
Foundation chairman Lionel Yee emphasized that each grant, partnership, and initiative has been driven by a singular mission.
“The mission is to uplift, empower, and enrich the lives of those we serve,” he stated.
Amalgamated Telecomm Holdings Group of Companies CEO Ivan Fong was the chief guest at the 5th Multidisciplinary (Pacific) Conference.
This year’s conference theme, “Catalysing Vitality: Innovations and Insights for Sustainable Wellbeing,” highlights the integration of technology, legal frameworks, educational strategies, and community engagement to address complex health and societal challenges.
Mr. Fong discussed several objectives of the conference.
“The objectives were to identify and explore issues in our communities locally as well as the Pacific, and through the exchange of ideas, we will be able to come up with solutions,” he said.
“Enhance digital connectivity, explore and implement digital solutions, social media strategies, and emerging AI technologies to boost connectivity and efficiency among Pacific NGOs,” he added.