On the vast territory of our motherland, the issue of education in remote areas has always been the focus of social concern. Although the children there face numerous difficulties such as resource scarcity and information isolation, their desire for knowledge and their hopes for the future never fade. To help these students in adversity and enable them to enjoy equal educational opportunities, a charitable initiative aimed at assisting disadvantaged students in remote areas is quietly unfolding, with the hope of breaking geographical barriers and lighting up a beacon for the children in remote areas to pursue their dreams.
The Capital Intellectual Property Services Association has been paying close attention to the learning and living conditions of disadvantaged school-age children in Xingwen County for many years, hoping to gather collective strength to support the children in completing their studies, acquiring skills, and creating possibilities for their future through their own hands. Such acts of spreading warmth and love make us feel the power of unity. We are also honored to be part of this "boat of love". 2024 marks the seventh year that AFD China has participated in the "Light Up Wisdom" student aid project. Among the 90 children planned to be aided, our firm continues to sponsor seven children whom we have been helping for five consecutive years.
Earlier this year, we were delighted to receive a letter of thanks from the Association:
On that distant yet hopeful land, every contribution is an investment in the boundless potential futures of struggling students in remote areas. We deeply understand that educational equity is the cornerstone of social progress, and for those children in remote, resource-scarce regions, the light of knowledge is the guidance they yearn for most. We hope that through our collective efforts, we can build a bridge to their dreams, giving them the opportunity to leave the mountains and embrace a wider world.
Looking ahead, we eagerly anticipate seeing more children from remote areas thrive under the nourishment of love and knowledge and become significant forces driving social progress. Meanwhile, we will continue to focus on the educational issues in remote areas, working together with compassionate fellows to ensure that every heart eager to learn is answered and that the sunshine of education reaches every corner.
Let us join hands to create a sky of hope for the children in remote areas and jointly write a social chapter that is more equitable, inclusive, and filled with love.
