Empowering the youth at SM Supermalls and SM Cares
“SM Supermalls’ commitment to developing the youth through SM Cares has been a journey filled with purpose and passion. The collaborations we’ve had with esteemed organizations like the Global Peace Foundation, United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), the National Youth Commission, and many others show the power of unity in creating a better world for tomorrow”
At the Global Peace Foundation’s recent Global Peace Awards, SM Supermalls' President Steven Tan receives the Philanthropy and Corporate Citizenship Award for his commitment to peace-building initiatives, enhancing life quality through funding and partnerships.
As President of SM Supermalls, Steven Tan has exhibited leadership values which go far beyond the boundaries of the retail sector that he is most comfortable and adept with. Fueled by his passion to promote positive social change and global peace, Mr. Tan has supported the Global Youth Summit for over six years now; working as the primary force behind the platform, offering partnership venues and logistical assistance for its annual execution.
The milestones achieved by the Global Youth Summit are considerable, with Mr. Tan's commitment helping them amass the following notable records — 586,500 engaged youth, 950 schools reached, and presence in 62 countries. Mr. Tan empowers the next generation by fostering dialogue and understanding, and by creating positive global change through service.
Empowering the next generation is important to SM Supermalls' President Steven Tan, and he strengthens this through fostering dialogue, understanding, and contributing to positive global change.
