Blood donation exercise by AT Touching Lives, spotlight on Sickle Cell Awareness

Telecom Operator AT embarks on a blood donation drive, underscoring their commitment to supporting Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) awareness. The event, held at the organization's premises, was organized in partnership with the National Blood Bank in commemoration of Sickle Cell Awareness Month.

During the event, employees participated in a knowledge-testing session on SCD, answering relevant and informative questions. The staff were earlier taken through an educational journey that shed light on SCD, the rationale for testing, and the crucial role that blood transfusions play in the lives of individuals with SCD.

Speaking to the staff and other participants in attendance, Leo Skarlatos, CEO of AT, emphasized the importance of creating inclusive and supportive workplaces for people living with SCD. "People with SCD are an integral part of our community, and it is our responsibility to accommodate them. We must provide them with the flexibility to seek necessary medical treatment, whether it's by working from home, adjusting schedules, or offering hybrid work arrangements. By doing so, we enable them to be their most productive selves while managing their health."

Mr. Skarlatos reinforced AT's mandate of simplifying lives for its customers, emphasizing the organization's broader role in society goes beyond technology and business. “This blood donation exercise reinforces our organization's commitment to touching lives through social responsibility. I want to emphasize that this event is not just a one-time effort, but a stepping-stone in our ongoing journey to raise awareness about SCD and create a more inclusive environment.”

He expressed gratitude to all employees and customers who actively participated in the blood donation drive, highlighting the selflessness of their actions.
Sophia Mellis Blankson, Deputy Chief Donor Organization, from the National Blood Service commended AT for the kind gesture.

“Blood donation is one of the most important things you can do to help save a life. SCD patients often require frequent blood transfusions to manage their condition.” She called for more social interventions such as this to help overcome blood shortages and help patients’ treatment.

AT Touching Lives continues to be committed to the general well-being and health of people and assures of initiating impactful social activities and regularly organizing such blood donation drives to help others in need.