Community relations
At ASM we are committed to creating meaningful connections and positively impacting the communities where we operate. In all our outreach work, we seek to reinforce our corporate responsibility while highlighting the collaborative efforts of our people and partners. Around the globe, we focus on three strategic pillars: promoting STEM education, accelerating environmental sustainability, and uplifting underprivileged local communities.
"ASM’s community engagement initiatives illustrate our dedication to creating shared value and making a meaningful impact."
Arizona: reinforcing urban forestry with AZSA
Our multi-year urban forestry partnership with the Arizona Sustainability Association (AZSA) began in 2023. We have since supported multiple tree-planting events at Cordova Elementary School, Festival Fields Park, and Orangewood Park, planting over 80 native and drought-tolerant trees. This has helped to improve local air quality, reduce stormwater runoff, and enhance community Tree Equity scores, particularly in resource-scarce areas.
China: igniting the STEM dreams of children
In China, we have partnered with the Mugong Elementary School through various programs designed to nurture children’s interest and skills in STEM. In 2024, we organized a special summer camp in Shanghai for students and teachers from the school. During the event, the children participated in a STEM workshop designed by ASM engineers, explored the wonders of science at the Shanghai Natural History Museum, immersed themselves in a VR lab experience at Fudan University, and joined a diverse-culture workshop. In recognition of our contributions, we were honored with the Public Welfare Impact Award by the newspaper Shanghai Daily.
Japan: nurturing creativity and community
In Japan’s Machida City, we partnered with Habitat Japan for a community cleanup around the Bott Memorial Home, addressing longstanding maintenance challenges the orphanage faces. We also contributed to enhancing the overall quality of the children’s living environment. Our team in Japan is also working towards establishing a craft room at the facility to provide children with opportunities to explore creativity, develop essential skills, and engage in enriching activities.
Korea: creating opportunities for young talent
ASM proudly continued to endorse the Korea Semiconductor Industry Association (KSIA)'s scholarship program, reaffirming our commitment to shaping the industry's future. By encouraging and empowering young talents, we aim to grow the next generation of STEM talents, which is crucial for driving innovation and ensuring a robust pipeline of skilled professionals ready to tackle future challenges.
Singapore: a multifaceted approach to care
2024 saw ASM lead a series of impactful initiatives addressing social and environmental needs in Singapore. Through a large-scale food distribution program in partnership with the North West Community Development Council, we helped provide essential supplies to 500 people from rental-unit households. We also participated in a cleanup at Sembawang Beach to benefit the local environment and raise awareness about the importance of protecting natural resources.
Taiwan: blood donation and STEM outreach
During 2024, our efforts in Taiwan showcased our commitment to inspiring the next generation of innovators and promoting collective action to save lives. In collaboration with the Taiwan Blood Donation Center, our team organized a blood drive that collected over 60 bags of blood, benefiting more than 180 patients. And, aiming to spark curiosity and an interest in STEM, we participated in the Taiwan Science Train program, engaging over 1,000 children with hands-on science experiments that took complex semiconductor processes and turned them into fun learning activities.
The Netherlands: supporting cancer care
ASM supported palliative cancer care as the main sponsor of Team 201 in the Roparun, a 500-kilometer relay run from Rotterdam to Paris. Our sponsorship helped cover the team’s operational expenses, enabling them to raise substantial funds for palliative care services.
Sustainability
At ASM, we are committed to upholding high standards in sustainability, labor, and ethics practices.
