“Double the Donation with ATOM” Campaign Successfully Delivers Critical Water Supply System to Earthquake-Affected School
ATOM, Myanmar’s leading 4.5G VoLTE telecom provider, has provided solar-powered water purification system to Yadanar San Thar Tha Nar Paing Kyaung Tike, an earthquake-hit monastic education school in Mahar Aung Myay Township, Mandalay region. ATOM’s “Double the Donation” program successfully restores access to safe and clean drinking water through the support of UN-Habitat.
“Double the Donation with ATOM” program launched on 1st April 2025, was designed to aid earthquake-affected areas through donations made by ATOM customers and employees via SMS. Through the program, ATOM customers and employees contributed a total of over 25.9 million MMK and ATOM doubled the donation amount, reaching over 51.8 million MMK. The donation represents a meaningful effort to empower communities in rebuilding their lives in the aftermath of the earthquake.
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Mr. Ahmad Abdallah, Chief Executive Officer of ATOM said “The contributions from our customers and employees have played an important role in turning this collective effort into sustainable access for the communities we serve. Through our “Double the Donation with ATOM” program, we deeply appreciate the generosity of our customers and employees. This work is part of humanitarian support, your kindness also enables us to care for the health and well-being of our communities.”
The newly installed solar-powered water purification system can produce a minimum of 1,000 liters of clean water per hour. The system comprises solar panels, a water filtration and purification unit, storage tanks, and taps designed for long-term use with an expected operational life of over 10 years. The solar-powered water purification system provides a continuous water supply even during power outages, offering a sustainable, low-cost alternative to traditional electricity or fuel dependent systems.
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U Thein Hoke, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer of ATOM also said “We always seek out communities in need and extend our support through our three core CSR pillars. This time, under our ‘Humanitarian Care and Support’ pillar, we are pleased that this initiative will help provide reliable access to clean water for nearly 2,000 people who need it most. We would also like to thank the Yadanar San Thar Tha Nar Paing monastic school for their active participation, which was key to the success of this CSR project. I believe when communities, employees, and customers come together, meaningful and lasting change is absolutely possible”.
UN-Habitat supported with the technical expertise and oversight, managing the procurement, installation, and monitoring of the system while providing training to school administrators, teachers, and staff to ensure its effective and sustainable operation. Additionally, the project includes a WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene) awareness program to promote safe water use and hygiene practices among students and community members.
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“The successful completion of the Solar-powered Water Treatment and Supply System demonstrates what meaningful collaboration can achieve. With ATOM Myanmar’s support, we worked hand-in-hand with all related community members to deliver a reliable, solar-powered water system. This project not only ensured clean drinking water for over 700 students in the school but also restored dignity and hope for the earthquake affected families struggling to rebuild their lives.” Kyu Thin Cho, Project Officer, UN-Habitat Myanmar Office.
By combining innovative technology, environmental responsibility, and community-focused action, ATOM addresses immediate water needs while building long-term resilience and improving quality of life. This initiative underscores ATOM’s commitment to creating a positive social and environmental impact in Myanmar.
