Social Contribution
Under the slogan "For the Next Generation," Sony engages in social contribution activities around the world,
by making the most of its products, content, technologies, the strengths of employees, and partnerships.
Sony strives to address diverse global issues by supporting education for children and providing emergency relief in large-scale disasters.
Activities
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- Education
- Disaster Relief and Humanitarian Aid
- Initiatives for Global Issues
- Support for the local communities
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CurioStep with Sony
A global educational program to empower children's curiosity
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KANDO Experience Program (Japan)
Addressing the educational inequality among children by providing opportunities to develop creativity and curiosity
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Sony Creative Science Award (Singapore, Taiwan)
A toy-making competition applying scientific principles held in Singapore and Taiwan
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Kids in Focus (Europe)
A program aiming to inspire young people across Europe through the art of photography
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South Africa Mobile Library Project (South Africa)
Sony employees send children’s books to South Africa aiming for equity of primary education
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Best Buy Teen Tech Center (United States)
Supporting the activities of the Best Buy Teen Tech Center, which provides free afterschool programs focused on creative technology
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Girls Make Games (USA, UK)
Sponsoring game making experiences for young girls
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Hole in the Wall (India)
Installation of computer learning stations to offer educational opportunities for children in India
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Emergency Fund for Children
Relief efforts to support children upon the onset of disasters or humanitarian crises through the fund jointly operated with Save the Children
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Sony Global Relief Fund for COVID-19
Supporting those around the world affected by the COVID-19 virus
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GLOBAL SOCIAL JUSTICE FUND
The fund provides support to organizations promoting social justice and anti-racism initiatives, and fosters diversity, equity and inclusion both inside and outside of the company
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Action for Refugee Issues
Sponsoring UNHCR's WILL2LIVE and supporting the refugees activities conducted by UNHCR
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Forest Conservation in Sumatra
Conservation activities conducted by WWF Japan
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One Blue Ocean Project
Sony Group employees worldwide are taking action for the future of our oceans
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Storytelling Alliance
Conservation through the power of imagery by Sony and the environmental NGO "Conservation International"
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You Can
Sony Foundation Australia's program supporting youth cancer patients aged 15 - 25
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Sony Open in Hawaii
All proceeds from this event are channeled back into the Hawaiian community through partner Friends of Hawaii Charities
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Local environmental conservation activities
Local environmental conservation activities at Sony Group sites
* The linked page also lists initiatives other than local environmental conservation activities
Education
Since the company was founded, Sony has been focusing on supporting science education for children who will lead the next generation.
Inheriting the aspiration of Sony co-founder Masaru Ibuka, Sony engages in various educational support activities in STEAM *fields using our strengths in products, content, and technology. Through the companies of the Sony Group, Sony’s charitable foundations, and partnerships with external organizations, we offer learning opportunities for children to empower curiosity, support their dreams and help them gain the power to change the world.
* Acronym for Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics
Global
CurioStep with Sony
A global educational program to empower children's curiosity
* A workshop which children learn together regardless of any difficulties or differences they may have
Regional
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KANDO Experience Program (Japan)
Addressing the educational inequality among children by providing opportunities to develop creativity and curiosity
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Sony Creative Science Award (Singapore, Taiwan)
A toy-making competition applying scientific principles held in Singapore and Taiwan
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Kids in Focus (Europe)
A program aiming to inspire young people across Europe through the art of photography
-
South Africa Mobile Library Project (South Africa)
Sony employees send children’s books to South Africa aiming for equity of primary education
-
Best Buy Teen Tech Center (United States)
Supporting the activities of the Best Buy Teen Tech Center, which provides free afterschool programs focused on creative technology
-
Girls Make Games (USA, UK)
Sponsoring game making experiences for young girls
-
Hole in the Wall (India)
Installation of computer learning stations to offer educational opportunities for children in India
Disaster Relief and Humanitarian Aid
Sony provides humanitarian aid in response to large-scale disasters and emergency crises around the world,
taking into account the degree of urgency and its relationship with the region.
Emergency and Humanitarian Assistance
(List of Contributions)
Initiatives for Global Issues
Sony strives to make the most of its products, content, technologies, strengths of employees,
and stakeholder partnerships to help address global issues, including those targeted by the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
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Sony Global Relief Fund for COVID-19
Supporting those around the world affected by the COVID-19 virus
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GLOBAL SOCIAL JUSTICE FUND
The fund provides support to organizations promoting social justice and anti-racism initiatives, and fosters diversity, equity and inclusion both inside and outside of the company
-
Action for Refugee Issues
Sponsoring UNHCR's WILL2LIVE and supporting the refugees activities conducted by UNHCR
-
Forest Conservation in Sumatra
Conservation activities conducted by WWF Japan
-
One Blue Ocean Project
Sony Group employees worldwide are taking action for the future of our oceans
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Storytelling Alliance
Conservation through the power of imagery by Sony and the environmental NGO "Conservation International"
Support for the local communities
Sony responds to the various needs in local communities and contributes to environmental conservation and social welfare.
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You Can
Sony Foundation Australia's program supporting youth cancer patients aged 15 - 25
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Sony Open in Hawaii
All proceeds from this event are channeled back into the Hawaiian community through partner Friends of Hawaii Charities
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Local environmental conservation activities
Local environmental conservation activities at Sony Group sites
* The linked page also lists initiatives other than local environmental conservation activities
Sony’s charitable foundations
A non-profit foundation dedicated to providing high-quality music for children.
A non-profit foundation dedicated to supporting schools and teachers with creative and leading approaches to science education. Also provides assistance for preschools and educators to enhance the quality of childcare in Japan.
A non-profit foundation dedicated to improve the health and wellbeing of young Australians with severe illness, disability and homelessness.
A non-profit foundation dedicated to supporting the betterment of children, the environment and the community in Canada.
