Providing affordable solutions to bridge the digital divide
Are you working to bridge the digital divide - we want to support you!
Over 3 billion people don’t have access to the internet. Without it people around the world cannot access education or life changing opportunities. We offer solutions to local ISPs, NGOs and partners to access low cost connectivity packages to install to connect rural and underserved communities sustainably to the internet.
Connectivity packages tailored for IMPACT
We are creating sustainable models
Building a Sustainable Model for Lasting Impact
At unconnected.org, sustainability is at heart of everything we do.
Our model is built around strategic partnerships with connectivity providers such as Starlink and other satellite providers, hardware providers, governments, ISPs, and local organisations.
By dramatically lowering the cost of infrastructure and backhaul, we make it possible to generate a return on investment even in the most remote and underserved areas.
Through community ownership, local training, and revenue-generating services like WiFi hubs, education portals, and digital tools, we empower people to keep their networks running—and growing—for years to come.
Projects supporting communities
Connecting schools across The Philippines
Together we are supporting local ISPs in the Philippines to expand their footprint and support to connect rural schools to the internet.
Connecting Refugees in Kenya
By providing local partners in the refugee camps with affordable solutions to build community networks we are getting learning centres online
Connecting communities in Nigeria
When the cost to purchase connectivity is to high to enable sustainable business models in Nigeria we support with our solutions
Enabling student online access in Malawi
The key is not just to connect schools but to keep them connected long term, that is the model we are expanding in locations like Malawi.
Major financial contributors
Project Sponsors
We are empowering local entrepreneurs to build and manage sustainable connectivity solutions within their communities.
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We procure connectivity solutions on a global scale
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We provide the affordable solutions to local ISPs for implementation
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The local ISPs build, manage and scale the solutions within their communities
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We then report back on the impact of the connectivity
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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unconnected.org is a UK based charity operating globally focused on connecting underserved communities to the internet by empowering local entrepreneurs to build sustainable telecom infrastructure to keep communities connected to the internet.
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We work in different ways, both to support specific projects focused on refugees and women but we are also partnering with local ISPs and entrepreneurs to set up community-based internet services. These entrepreneurs receive the necessary hardware and connectivity equipment, enabling them to offer affordable internet access to their communities while providing free internet to local schools.
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Our initiatives benefit women, students, refugees and underserved communities in regions with limited or no internet access. Local entrepreneurs also benefit by establishing sustainable internet businesses.
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unconnected.org currently focuses on regions in Africa, Latin America, and Southeast Asia and Europe, with a specific focus this year on Kenya, Nigeria, Malawi, Colombia, Mexico, and the Philippines.
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You can get involved by donating, partnering with us, or spreading the word about our mission. We also welcome collaborations with organizations that share our goal of connecting underserved communities.
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Yes you can! Speak to us and we can work to make sure your donation is used towards a country of choice for your staff and your customers!
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Yes, unconnected.org is a non-profit organization dedicated to bridging the digital divide by connecting underserved communities to the internet.
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We provide various reporting formats for our partners, showcasing the positive impact of connectivity on the community, schools, students, women, and refugees we work with. Our reporting templates are aligned with ESG and SDG reporting, and we can also accommodate other reporting models. You’ll receive written reports along with impact stories, photos, and videos from the ground.
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If you are an internet service provider or entrepreneur legally allowed to resell connectivity in your country and have an underserved region you wish to connect, but your current providers don’t have suitable solutions, feel free to reach out to us. We can discuss how we might support you with equipment and backhaul to help you start your connectivity business.
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Ideally, we use donated devices within the same country to minimize shipping issues. Rest assured, every country we operate in, whether in Europe, the US, or underserved regions, always has a need for connectivity. Please reach out if you have hardware you’d like to donate.
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No, unconnected.org does not compete with existing operators. We focus on areas with no existing connectivity, helping to connect new communities to the digital economy. We collaborate closely with operators and fiber providers, stimulating digital uptake in these communities. Our goal is to pave the way for larger operators to eventually offer more services in these regions.
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You can reach out to us using the contact form on our website. We’ll be happy to assist you with any inquiries.
Do you want to sponsor a community to get the kickstarter package for connectivity?
This will enable them to stay connected long term without the need of further funding!