Ratanakiri, December 25, 2024 – LOLC (Cambodia) PLC. organized a meaningful program to distribute educational supplies, including 3,400 backpacks and 34,000 books, to 3,400 students at 20 primary schools in Ratanakiri Province.

The schools supported by this program include Lom Primary School, Pok Toch Primary School, Pok Thom Primary School, Kathe Primary School, Kong Yuk Primary School, Pak Primary School, Kong Thom Primary School, Lom Kom Primary School, Som Koul Primary School, Kres Primary School, Samdech Ov Samdech Me Yak Poi Primary School, Som Trok Thmey Primary School, Pa Dorl Primary School, Som Thom (Som Kaninh) Primary School, Pok Po Primary School, Ekapheab Primary School, Krala Primary School, Tang Nang Leh Primary School, Kam Primary School, and L’aeun Kraen Primary School in Ratanakiri Province. This initiative underscores LOLC’s strong commitment to supporting the education sector and the community as a whole.

The event was attended by Mr. Sok Voeun, CEO of LOLC, along with senior management and LOLC staff members. The goal was to provide students with essential learning materials and encourage them to pursue their studies and achieve their dreams.



Mr. Sok Voeun remarked: “Education is the pillar of development and the foundation for a bright future. LOLC believes that all the children here are bamboo shoots that will grow into strong pillars, contributing to the development of our country in the future. Supporting students at every level of their education deserves our utmost attention.”
He added that this program is part of LOLC’s ongoing social initiatives, which include providing educational materials to schools, especially those in rural areas, transportation for underprivileged students, and other essential school supplies to promote students' well-being and advance education continuously.

As an example of this commitment, LOLC’s program today provided students with essential notebooks and bags. These simple materials play a critical role in helping students access additional learning resources, motivating them to study harder and achieve their aspirations.



During the event, the principal of Lom Primary School expressed: “Ratanakiri province is remote, and many primary schools are located in remote areas. Consequently, students often lack essential learning materials. As a school principal, I am very pleased that LOLC recognized this need and initiated this program to support Lom Primary School and other remote schools in the province.

“This program genuinely reflects LOLC’s commitment to societal engagement, particularly in promoting education by supplying crucial learning materials to students for their daily studies. On behalf of our school, teachers, parents, students, and the community, I would like to thank LOLC Microfinance Institution, the CEO, senior management, and all LOLC staff for organizing this impactful program.”



The event concluded successfully, with smiles of happiness on the faces of students, teachers, LOLC staff, and the community as a whole.

It is worth noting that LOLC plans to continue such humanitarian activities. More than 7,000 additional learning material sets, including backpacks and books, are ready to be distributed to students in the near future.

LOLC takes pride in making a meaningful contribution to positive, long-term community change. The organization remains steadfast in its commitment to fostering social inclusion by supporting education, welfare, and enhancing financial literacy within communities.