To mark its 20th anniversary, OPPO will be forging a partnership with United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) with the goal of empowering cultural education and diversity through technology. With its imaging technology, the initiative aims to preserve and transmit cultural heritage and enable the youth to explore the world and connect with diverse cultures.
As part of this collaboration, OPPO will donate 1,000 tablets to support the development of local youth education in Africa and Asia. These devices will feature cultural programming courses developed under the Youth Coding Initiative, launched by UNESCO and CODEMAO. The initiative promotes the inclusive and safe use of technology, advance equitable education in Africa and Asia, and preserve local cultural heritage via digital learning.
Assistant Director-General for Priority Africa and External Relations Firmin E. Matoko stated “OPPO’s dedication to advancing youth innovation and education is highly appreciated. I am sure that the students and teachers from Africa and Asia will better benefit from the new partnership with OPPO following UNESCO vision and requirements.”
In addition to its donations, OPPO is launching the #CaptureMyCulture global campaign that encourages its users to contribute to cultural preservation by sharing photos and stories that celebrate their local traditions. Participants in the campaign will have the chance to witness the donation ceremony.
The OPPO 20th anniversary #CaptureMyCulture campaign is open for submissions until September 25, 2024. Click here to share your cultural photos and stories, connecting cultures, inspiring futures.
Earlier this year, OPPO partnered with the Discovery Channel to launch the “Culture in a Shot” project, a global initiative to spotlight and protect cultural diversity through imaging technology. The project captures the efforts of dedicated individuals: Thailand’s Lisu group preserving their heritage through music; Indonesia’s artisans practicing the ancient craft of batik; and Spain’s flamenco dancers embodying Andalusian culture through their artform.
As OPPO celebrates its 20th anniversary, the company remains dedicated to its mission of “Technology for Mankind, Kindness for the World”, Moving forward, OPPO will continue to harness technology to contribute towards positive impact on society. OPPO remains dedicated to promoting cultural preservation and youth education, contributing to the inheritance and development of global culture.
