Social Impact
Sustainability is in our DNA: Supporting our people, our customers, our communities and the environment, sustainability drives everything we do.
Vyta is dedicated to making a tangible difference in the lives of our employees, charity partners, and the communities we serve. Our commitment extends beyond mere donations, as we engage in meaningful collaborations that not only drive real social change but also foster community well-being and employee welfare.
By focusing on these initiatives, we’re building a sustainable future where individuals and communities can flourish.
Accessible digital learning for all
Our role in IT Asset Disposition positions us to rescue ewaste headed to landfill and repurpose it to drastically improve the lives of those who need it most.
Vyta works with third sector and voluntary organisations to provide the most ethical and environmentally friendly solution to end of life IT assets.
Devices sent for donation undergo the same process as those in our IT Asset Disposition service, with strict processes in place to ensure no data remains on donor devices.
Camara Education
Camara is a charity registered in Ireland, the UK and the USA and founded in 2005 in Dublin.
Donated equipment is carefully assessed, loaded with appropriate software and resources, and then used in the creation of purpose-built classrooms. Camara then trains local teachers to use these devices, passing on important digital skills to generations of school children.
Since its inception, over 4 million children across Africa and Ireland have benefited from Camara donations, with 144,000 computers installed and over 12,000 schools supplied.
The Turing Trust
The Turing Trust is a UK-based charity that was set up in 2009 by Alan Turing’s great nephew, honouring his legacy by providing computers to those who need them most.
The Turing trust aim to provide access to digital education and improve the quality of education within sub-Saharan Africa.
Through the distribution of refurbished IT equipment and educational software, they empower disadvantaged communities with essential digital skills.
Since its establishment, the Turing Trust has made a significant impact, supporting over 169,000 students. They have successfully placed more than 15,000 computers in classrooms, trained 910 teachers, and demonstrated their commitment to sustainability by saving over 4,200 tonnes of carbon through IT reuse practices.
Coder Dojo
In 2023 Vyta sponsored CoderDojo Craigavon by donating refurbished laptops.
This initiative provides children, who might not otherwise receive the chance, with a nurturing space to access coding platforms, games and educational resources.
Vyta People
Vyta recognises that the well-being and development of our employees is essential to our success as the leading IT Asset Disposition provider. As such, we have implemented a number of policies and strategies designed to support our employees, ensuring they feel valued, support and motivated to excel.
We are dedicated to building a strong culture and being a conscientious employer, committed to personal and professional development, health and wellbeing of our employees.
- Flexible Working Options – We’re committed to improving work-life balance by offering flexible working options, reducing stress and increasing job satisfaction whilst accommodating personal and family commitments.
- Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Programme – Our goal is to create an inclusive culture that attracts and retains a diverse workforce, ensuring that all employees feel recognised and valued across our operations.
- Professional Development Opportunities – We offer robust in-house training and assist staff in pursuing external training and professional certifications to continuously enhance skills and advance their careers.
- Mental Health and Medical Support – Vyta promotes a healthy work environment by offering access to trained mental health first aiders and comprehensive private medical support, including services like massages and counselling
- Fully Digitised People Platform – Vyta operates a digital interactive people platform which enables our workforce to stay engaged, informed and empowered.
Annual charity
Each year our Charity Committee, composed of enthusiastic volunteers, selects a charity to support which is close to the our collective heart, uniting the entire Vyta team through activities like sponsored hikes, bake sales, and raffles, all aimed at raising funds and awareness for our chosen cause. These events are about more than just raising money; they also bring our team closer together and boost teamwork across multiple departments.
Working with our communities
We are responsible members of the communities in which we operate and work to build trust and support their sustainable growth through a number of different initiatives:
- Local Job Fairs and Career Workshops – Vyta actively participates in these events to support young individuals, exploring non-traditional career paths that don’t require further education.
- Access Employment – Vyta also works closely with NI-based social enterprise operation, AEL (Access Employment), supporting those with disabilities, health conditions and social disadvantages into meaningful employment.
- Helping disadvantaged people into employment – working with Reed in Partnership and their Restart program, Vyta has successfully employed 9 candidates from this scheme over the past 14 months with plans for more.
To learn more about how Vyta’s IT Lifecycle solutions can benefit your organisation or to donate your retired IT equipment to charity, contact us today!
