Smart Communications, Inc. partnered with the City of Las Piñas in deploying fast, free, and secured Smart WiFi across the city.
Under the partnership, Smart deployed fiber-powered WiFi connectivity in Las Piñas barangays, elementary and high schools, and the City Hall. Smart has also been working with the Department of Education Las Piñas for its distance learning program, turning over PLDT Home WiFi units for the program.
According to Smart Communications, free WiFi would enable more than 5,000 school children with connectivity, empowering them to pursue their passions, either in their schools or in their homes.
“As we bring the benefits of the Internet closer to homes and community in Las Piñas, we can create stronger bonds and fulfill our vision of a modern city that values family and community ties,” said Vice Mayor April Aguilar, who joined the ceremonies attended by Smart representatives led by Smart FVP and Head of Customer Development for NCR and Palawan Gia Palafox and AVP for Consumer WiFi & Mobile Advertising Mick Atienza.
This team-up is part of Smart’s “Live Smarter for a Better World” campaign, which shines a spotlight on Smart’sSmart’s long-running community partnership programs and Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives. Smart also seeks to inspire individuals to create a lasting positive impact on society through “personal revolutions” powered by connectivity through the campaign.
“With the Internet, we are not just helping Las Piñas residents to unlock more employment and livelihood opportunities. We will also be able to assist the youths in developing their technical and entrepreneurial skills,” the Vice Mayor added.
The Smart’s Barangay Connect project, which aims to provide free WiFi to barangays and bring connectivity closer to communities, will soon roll out to crucial areas worldwide, starting at Antipolo, Mandaluyong, Las Piñas, General Santos, and Nueva Ecija.