Frasers Property Vietnam, a diversified and fully integrated investor, developer and asset manager of industrial and logistics, commercial, and residential properties in Vietnam, has recently inaugurated a new computer lab at Phu My Secondary School, the largest public high school in Thu Dau Mot City, Binh Duong Province.
This was part of its community investment initiative that saw 49 desktop computers and desks worth a total of VND700 million donated to the school. The company’s employees also volunteered to renovate the computer lab, ensuring a conducive learning environment that would help improve students’ access to information technology and foster digital literacy among its nearly 2,500-strong student population.
Speaking at the event, Mr. Edwin Tan, Deputy CEO, Frasers Property Vietnam and Managing Director, Industrial & Logistics for Southeast Asia, said, “Frasers Property strives to do good for the community wherever we operate, and we are honored to support the development of Vietnam’s next generation of youth. We hope that with the right digital resources and training, students at Phu My Secondary School will be able to awaken their passion for learning and develop the necessary skills to succeed in the new digital economy.”
As part of the Singapore-headquartered Frasers Property Group, Frasers Property Vietnam is aligned with the Group’s Purpose – Inspiring experiences, creating places for good. The company’s community investment initiatives in Vietnam are centered on three primary focus areas, Environment, Health & Well-being, and Education. In Education, the company provides opportunities to promote creativity and innovative solutions to communities, Frasers Property Vietnam aims to provide opportunities to promote creativity and innovative solutions to our communities, while nurturing talent to enhance societal resilience for the future.
Mr. Nguyen Thanh Triet, Deputy Manager of the Education and Training Department of Thu Dau Mot City, Binh Duong Province, said, “We highly appreciate Frasers Property for their tangible contributions to the advancement of education in our province. This initiative exemplifies how businesses can make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people and contribute to the overall social development. It not only reflects the company’s high sense of responsibility but also serves as a great motivation for the younger generation, helping to create a brighter future.”
Ms. Pham Thi Bich Thuy, Principal of Phu My Secondary School, expressed her gratitude for the contribution, saying: “We are deeply touched by Frasers Property’s generous support. We recognize that in today’s digital age, equipping our students with computers is essential. These devices will enable our students to equip themselves with relevant digital skills, cultivate independent thinking and creativity, and ultimately contribute to enhancing the quality of education at our school.”
Positive impact for communities
In Vietnam, Frasers Property continues to advance its efforts in creating positive social impact, largely enabled by the expanding partnerships across our ecosystem of stakeholders which include tenants, partners, employees and the community. The company mobilizes employee volunteers towards diverse causes, also involving partners and members of public to join in to do good for the community.
Engaging stakeholders and intensifying partnerships enable Frasers Property to create value across communities. Through long-standing partnerships with the Vietnam Red Cross and the Vietnam Fatherland Front Committee, Frasers Property provided support in the form of blood donation drives, and financial support for families in need. Employees also came together to plant 1,100 trees at Cuc Phuong National Park, as part of efforts to foster greater sustainability awareness. By partnering with the NGO Saigon Children, the company is investing in the future of community education by providing laptops to disadvantaged students. The company commemorates Frasers Community Month, where employees rally together annually, contributing time and resources to support causes and beneficiaries across communities.
Frasers Property Vietnam is one of the top 40 sustainable businesses for the community recognized by the Saigon Times CSR program in each of 2023 and 2024. This recognition highlights the company’s commitment to making a positive impact on communities through initiatives in environmental sustainability, health, and education.
