L’OCCITANE
Malaysia continues to light a flame of hope for the less fortunate ones, having
successfully raised a total of RM40,000 from its signature charity fundraising
project and also proud to have another 5,000 euro (RM21,285) co-funded by
L’OCCITAN FOUNDATION France.
L’OCCITANE
kickstarted its charity fundraising on 9th October last year in
conjunction with International World Sight Day, where limited edition I Care
About Sight Tote Bag were sold at all L’OCCITANE Boutiques for RM20 each.
RM20,000
has been channeled to upgrade MAB’s Orientation and Mobility Classroom in its
Kinta Valley Centre, Ipoh, with a Braille globe, Braille maps, Braille tiles
and tactile stone path. Other proposed mobility equipment include white canes,
normal canes and a voice-activated cane, so that the blind and
visually-impaired will have the opportunity to expose themselves to more
knowledge and practical skills.
Another
portion of the funds – RM20,000 and co-fund of RM21,285 was used to support Pastry
Training Programme at St Nicholas’ Home, which allows blind and
visually-impaired trainees obtain proper training in baking skills, allowing
them to polish their
interpersonal skills and pursue careers in the field of baking.
“L’OCCITANE Malaysia initiated its local CSR effort six
years ago to offer an equal learning opportunity for both blind and partially
sighted children and adults to acquire knowledge. “The newly introduced Pastry
Training Program will definitely help to provide a greater and better learning
ground to the visually impaired people to enhance their capability at work and
thus they are able to live independently and also contribute to the
society”, said Mr. Tan Seong Teck, GM of
L’OCCITANE.
“This is the second time we are extending our supports to St Nicholas
Home, Penang. By helping to create awareness and raise funds on behalf of the
visually-impaired, we’re able to provide them with more opportunities to
improve their lives. We hope to continue this noble effort in a sustainable
manner” commented Ms Clarance Boo, PR
Manager of L’OCCITANE during her recent visit to St Nicholas’ Home, Penang.
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