Digital Citizenship
Reducing the Digital Divide
Enabling youth, especially girls and underserved communities with the tools to fully participate and navigate the digital world.
The Digicel Foundation is committed to reducing the digital divide in Trinidad and Tobago.
We're building civil society and private-public sector partnerships to increase access to the internet and expose youth and marginalised groups to technology. Increased access further bolsters efforts in education, employment, food security and other areas that can affect families' socio-economic status.
Through our projects we're also supporting community centres and public spaces, ensuring that they are equipped with computers and high-speed internet. These spaces serve as hubs for digital learning, collaboration, and access to online resources, particularly for those who may not have internet access at home.
The Digicel Foundation promotes the development of digital technologies and platforms that are inclusive and accessible to persons with disabilities. This ensures that everyone, regardless of ability, can fully participate in the digital world. By implementing these strategies and collaborating with stakeholders, we can play a significant role in reducing the digital divide and ensuring that no one is left behind from participating in the digital age.
235 Girls
Girls Power Tech (GPT)
34
Technology In Education (TIE) Centres
10
Innovation Labs
2,025 youth
Tech Camps
Tobago Pan-thers Tie Centre
Increasing access to technology and the internet aligns with our global mandate to create a world where no one gets left behind. Through our TIE Centres; community centres, pan yards and schools will have the tools to effect change in a more meaningful way while interacting with technology and learning. Reducing the digital divide is high on our agenda and we're partnering with other entities to achieve this goal.
Integrating technology and culture
Digital Citizenship Statistics
| FY 2023—2024 | Target | As at September 2023 | % Complete |
|---|---|---|---|
| DigiKids Tech Incubator | 2,000 | 2,000 | 100% |
| TIE Centres | 8 | 0 | 100% |
Investment Highlights
Project
Girls Power Tech (GPT)
Partner
Digicel Business, CISCO, Shell Trinidad and Tobago
Beneficiaries
435
Investments USD
$63,816
Project
TIE Centres
Partner
Digicel+, Pan Trinbago, Community Based Organisations
Beneficiaries
3,013
Investments USD
$80,500
Project
Innovation Labs
Partner
Special Schools
Beneficiaries
797
Investments USD
$148,148
Project
Connecting You
Partner
Special Schools
Beneficiaries
1,715
Investments USD
$148,148
Project Media
Girls Power Tech (GPT)
Exposing girls and young women to careers in ICT. Through GPT we've been able to challenge youth to innovate on tech based solutions to solve social issue. Girls are mentored throughout the event and have an opportunity to meet with inspirational women and men within the ICT field. Girls Power Tech has been sponsored by Digicel Business, CISCO and Shell Trinidad and Tobago
Technology in Education (TIE) Centres
A major objective in reducing the digital divide is increasing access to technology for youth and rural communities. Through the installation of The TIE centres, we're able to meet this target in a tangible way. TIE Centres include computers, printers, furniture and free broadband high speed internet, courtesy Digicel+. These centres are located in marginalised and rural communities, schools, pan yards, shelters for vulnerable women and other underserved groups. Through increased access, we're leveling the playing field, increasing opportunities and enhancing livelihoods' for citizens.
Innovation Labs
To celebrate the Foundation's 10 year anniversary, we implemented 10 innovation labs at 10 special schools in Trinidad and Tobago. The labs were outfitted with computers, virtual reality headsets, smart boards, smart TVs, assistive devices, specialised software, and ergonomic furniture. Students with disabilities now have the appropriate tools to navigate the tech world.
Girls Power Tech (GPT)
Exposing girls and young women to careers in ICT. Through GPT we've been able to challenge youth to innovate on tech based solutions to solve social issue. Girls are mentored throughout the event and have an opportunity to meet with inspirational women and men within the ICT field. Girls Power Tech has been sponsored by Digicel Business, CISCO and Shell Trinidad and Tobago
Technology in Education (TIE) Centres
A major objective in reducing the digital divide is increasing access to technology for youth and rural communities. Through the installation of The TIE centres, we're able to meet this target in a tangible way. TIE Centres include computers, printers, furniture and free broadband high speed internet, courtesy Digicel+. These centres are located in marginalised and rural communities, schools, pan yards, shelters for vulnerable women and other underserved groups. Through increased access, we're leveling the playing field, increasing opportunities and enhancing livelihoods' for citizens.
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