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Computers for inclusion is a federal government program executed through the Ministry of Communications (MCOM) and has already exceeded the mark of 59,000 computers donated throughout Brazil. Allied to equipment delivery, computer reconditioning centers (CRCs) promote more than 230 technology courses such as basic computer, computer maintenance, robotics and even mobile programming.
In a partnership with the Environmental and Ecotourism Protection Foundation (Funpapi), responsible for CRCs in the state of Piaui, the Mother Teresa Calcutta Foundation in Teresina (PI) received 10 computers donated by inclusion computers, which changed the dynamics of the site and opened new horizons for children and adolescents in the region. Throughout Piaui, 753 donations were made at 76 points of digital inclusion (PIDS) from 59 Piaui municipalities.
When the boys saw the computers, this here filled, says Francisca da Silva, coordinator of the space. The arrival of the machines made the fun on the streets to give way to learning. With access to computer courses and digital public services, young people previously disconnected now begin to follow ways of social and professional transformation.
Internship and volunteering - this is the case of Geovanna Sousa, 19. She was one of the first students to participate in computer classes at the foundation. Today, besides being a graduate, he got a paid internship and volunteers in the same space that helped her grow. Before the course, I didnt even know how to connect a computer. I was even afraid to touch. Today I know how to use mouse, keyboard, type, perform PowerPoint presentations ... Its very gratifying to help other people, too, he celebrates.
The program - The initiative is part of the Federal Governments strategy, through MCOM, to promote digital inclusion and expand opportunities through technology. For the Ministrys general coordinator of digital inclusion, Gustavo Andre Lima, the impacts go beyond technical training. Technology is a bridge for the future. It promotes equality, empower communities and transforms lives, especially where access is still limited, he says.
Technology and Responsibility - Donated equipment is the result of the project that reuses machines discarded by public agencies and financial institutions, which are recovered and distributed to schools, associations and initiatives with relevant social action. With digital inclusion, thousands of young people across the country are writing new stories - with the click of a mouse.
