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She said education is the main focus for people back in the Philippines as it can help them break out of the cycle of poverty.
"This is a very good initiative for low-income families, especially because it is education-oriented. It will help the person receiving these kits to really value education and study hard," Perolino said.
A 14-year-old student, Rian Pinto, also spent his Saturday packing schoolbags for the less privileged.
"Bringing this stationery to these families will help them save the money and spend on other necessities for their education. If we already have access to education, it's our right and duty to contribute to the less fortunate," Pinto said.
Fresh start
The back-to-school kits for low-income families aim to ensure that students have the right tools to start the new academic year, the Dubai Cares CEO, Tariq Al Gurg has said.
"Following the success of our two Back to School editions of Volunteer Emirates which were organised in 2017, we are delighted to host another edition this year.
Our goal through this initiative is to ensure that children from low-income families feel well-equipped as they return to their classrooms with all the tools required to start their new academic year on an optimistic note," Al Gurg said.
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