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Empowering Education: Tackling Digital Disparities Post-Covid

Tech is the future, and we are introducing computer science through infrastructure and education in the villages of Haliyal district, Karnataka.

The Covid-19 pandemic highlighted the paramount importance of technology in the education sector. Urban schools and colleges successfully transitioned to online learning platforms. Rural areas faced significant challenges due to limited infrastructure. They also struggled with technical skills.

We identified disparities that necessitated attention. Thus, we established a collaborative partnership with The PiJam Foundation. Our goal is to transform eight Shiksha Centers into digital learning hubs. These centers will use low-cost, open-source technology and Raspberry Pis to foster computer literacy among students. The curriculum will encompass Physical Computing, Programming, and Digital Making, equipping students with essential problem-solving and design thinking skills.

Learning Facilitators will undergo comprehensive training over a year to transform into Tech-Learning Facilitators. This initiative aims to enhance computer science knowledge among girls and Learning Facilitators. It ensures their preparedness for the evolving digital landscape.

ThoughtWorks and Innovative Technology Trust generously supported this transformational project.

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Anita Singh

Anita Singh has worked in the advertising and marketing industry for several years, handling brands across various industries, including IT services, consumer durables, and ice creams. She is a highly motivated strategic leader with more than 25 years of global corporate experience and success in aligning people, brand and organization propositions to deliver business value – both for scaling and growth.She is dedicated to supporting education and livelihoods for underprivileged women and children and supporting the needs of the elderly and less fortunate. As a Trustee for the CherYsh Trust, she works to better the prospects of women and children through programs that prepare them for future challenges.