ATOM Donates ICT Equipment to Accelerate Digital Education
As part of its social responsibility initiative under the theme of “Digitally Transforming the Education Sector,” ATOM, Myanmar’s leading 4.5G VoLTE operator, recently donated ICT equipment worth MMK 45 million to Basic Education High School (Branch), Ngante Village, Mawlamyine.
By providing ICT equipment, ATOM aims to support communities with limited access to technology, helping to reduce the digital divide. The initiative also equips the younger generation with essential digital skills that are vital for building brighter futures.
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The donation included 10 laptops with accessories, 1 power regulator, 1 digital printer, 1.5HP inverter air conditioner, 2 broadband connections with one-year subscriptions, and 1 projector. These resources were installed to create a dedicated digital learning space that benefits more than 840 students.
“Supporting schools with ICT-enabled classrooms reflects our ongoing commitment to uplifting education. By equipping students with modern technology and digital learning infrastructure, we are contributing to the overall quality of digital education. These resources will be highly beneficial in their learning journey and help them build brighter futures,” said Ahmad Abdallah, CEO of ATOM.
With access to modern computer systems and digital tools, students will gain practical experience, strengthen problem-solving and critical thinking skills, and improve collaboration and creativity. BEHS (Branch), Ngante currently has 35 teachers teaching over 840 students. This donation further reflects ATOM’s vision to provide equal access to digital education across diverse communities.
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“We are always looking for ways to support communities in need through our three main CSR pillars. Under our initiative of ‘Digitally Transforming the Education Sector,’ we identified this school as one in urgent need of quality digital education resources. We are proud to make this donation and will continue to uphold our community-first values while driving long-term development,” said U Thein Htut, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer of ATOM.
Around 20 ATOM staff also participated in the equipment installation process to ensure smooth operations. In addition to ICT donations, ATOM also provided six books, two pens, and snacks each for 200 students.
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“Our school has many students from families with limited financial means, and we lack essential ICT resources. This donation of laptops and accessories is truly valuable for our students. We sincerely thank ATOM Myanmar for this generous support and wish the company continued success,” said Daw Han Win Yi, Principal of BEHS (Branch), Ngante.
Previously, ATOM has donated ICT equipment in Yangon, Mandalay, Nay Pyi Taw, and Shan State. This contribution marks its first donation in Mawlamyine. The company plans to expand the program nationwide in the future.
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So far, ATOM has donated ICT equipment worth over MMK 149 million in Yangon, Mandalay, Nay Pyi Taw, Shan State, and Mawlamyine, benefiting more than 8,000 students. Moving forward, ATOM remains committed to enhancing education quality and creating better life experiences for the people of Myanmar.
