P&G Vietnam and Saigon Co.op continue to cooperate to bring clean drinking water to the community

This strategic cooperation has been implemented by both sides in recent years to bring clean drinking water to the community, helping to widely spread the meaningful message of the Program and calling for the participation and contributions of consumers.

In 2024, Procter & Gamble (P&G) Vietnam and Saigon Co.op continue to implement a meaningful community project – “Clean drinking water for children” program.

Shop at Saigon Co.op to receive gifts and donate clean water

On April 26, at Co.opmart Rach Mieu supermarket, Ho Chi Minh City, the launch event of the “Clean drinking water for children” program in 2024 welcomed the participation of representatives of leaders of SaiGon Co.op, Central Red Cross, Miss H’Hen Niê, and Ms. Claudine Zukowski – Senior Director of the global P&G “Clean Drinking Water for Children” program.

Speaking at the ceremony, Ms. Claudine Zukowski – Senior Director of P&G Global “Clean Drinking Water for Children” program, said that 2024 marks the 20th anniversary of the global “Clean Drinking Water for Children” program with more than 21 billion liters of clean water brought to people through the P&G Purifier of Water water filter package solution. .

“We are very proud that for many years in Vietnam, the program has supported many households to access clean drinking water, especially in provinces heavily affected by floods and natural disasters. It is meaningful to receive the support of consumers. We are committed to expanding the program to support more families,” Ms. Claudine Zukowski emphasized.

At the launching ceremony, in front of a large audience, Ms. Claudine Zukowski and Miss H’Hen Niê directly demonstrated turning 10 liters of dirty water into clean, safe drinking water in just 30 minutes. P&G water filter powder packet.

As someone who has accompanied the program for the past two years, Miss H’Hen Niê said she hopes the program will be expanded to more places in Vietnam, because there are still many communities facing many difficulties due to lack of access. access to clean drinking water, especially in places often severely affected by floods and natural disasters.

This year, through the “Clean Drinking Water for Children” 2024 program, consumers at Saigon Co.op have the opportunity to continue participating in this meaningful community activity, making practical contributions to improving quality. live for the people of Vietnam.

Specifically, from April 25 to May 29, when shopping for each P&G product including Ariel, Tide laundry detergent and powder, Downy fabric softener; Safeguard soap; Pantene, Head&Shoulders, Rejoice shampoo; Gillette razors… at Co.opmart supermarkets, Co.opXtra hypermarkets, Co.op Food stores, FineLife high-end supermarkets, Co.op Smile modern department stores, convenience stores Benefits Cheers, online shopping website Co.op Online… nationwide, each consumer contributed 1 day of clean drinking water, equivalent to 10 liters of water for families lacking clean water across the country.

In addition, when participating in the program, consumers also have the opportunity to receive many valuable gifts of gratitude.

“The program’s way of contributing is very convenient and simple, when consumers can both buy essential products for their families and support clean drinking water for the community,” Miss H’Hen Nie.

Celebrating 35 years – giving 3.5 million liters of clean drinking water

Appreciating the positive impacts of the “Clean Drinking Water for Children” program that has helped bring economic, educational and health opportunities to the community for many years, SaiGoon Co.op has accompanied same program since 2018 and made an important contribution to spreading the program to many consumers across the country.

Representative of Saigon Co.op said that as a retail unit that puts the interests of the commune first, the unit is very honored to be a long-term companion and associate with P&G Vietnam for many years now with the clean drinking water project. In a context where many localities are suffering from a serious lack of clean water due to drought and saltwater intrusion, this program is even more meaningful.

“In 2024, with the 35th anniversary of establishment, Saigon Co.op and P&G are expected to donate 3.5 million liters of clean drinking water through the program. Besides, we also cherish many meaningful and exciting activities. more proactively to connect with customers, suppliers and agencies to bring many meaningful programs to the community.”

Present at the launching ceremony, the representative of the Central Vietnam Red Cross Association congratulated the “Clean drinking water for children” program on its 20th year of implementation globally, and said that this is an extremely meaningful milestone. means.

“As a country directly affected by climate change, Vietnam often faces natural disasters such as storms and floods, severely affecting people’s lives, especially the need for drinking water. We appreciate P&G Vietnam’s efforts in contributing to improving contaminated water sources to reduce unnecessary illness and death rates.”

P&G Vietnam Company is also a strategic partner who has built and implemented many meaningful humanitarian activities with the Central Vietnam Red Cross Society. This is a solid foundation to start the next community projects within the humanitarian cooperation agreement between the two sides.