A remote school nestled in the mountains of Ilocos Norte, Northern Philippines, has received a satellite internet solution thanks to the perseverance of Principal Manny Pagaduan and the Ding initiative by unconnected.org.

Malawian teacher Kennedy highlights Xulendo's role in revolutionizing education through digital resources, emphasizing the program's impact on student learning and development

Meet Bashombana Mushagalusa, a former aspiring doctor from war-torn Congo who now resides in South Africa and is pursuing an education in Data Science at MIT, envisioning not just personal transformation but also to empower his community…

Meet Naod Negassi, an environmental activist from Eritrea, studying Computer and Data Science at MIT displaced in Uganda…

Iain Downie, from the Forces Employment Charity, stresses the importance of giving laptops to veterans. Many veterans lack the digital skills needed for civilian jobs. Thanks to partnerships like the one with unconnected.org (who donated 15 laptops), the Charity has distributed 150 laptops in total. These laptops are making a big difference by helping veterans find jobs, get training, and successfully transition to civilian life.

Rwandan student Eric Tuyizere is loving life on MIT's Emerging Talent programme. With dreams of a future business in construction security, combining his skills in engineering, business, and data science, Eric has been broadening his cultural horizons with his coursemates from all across the globe…

Martha Chizumila Nyondo, headmistress of St Mary’s Karonga Girls Secondary School, returned from her first trip outside Malawi, visiting the University of Portland, Oregon. Her experience highlighted the potential of integrating technology into education, inspiring new possibilities for her students.

Wisdom, an ICT teacher, reflects on his first computer experience and discusses the impact of internet connectivity on learning at St. Mary's Girls School, highlighting the transformative role of initiatives like Xulendo in overcoming educational barriers and fostering digital literacy.

USAID's BEACON project and UK-based non-profit unconnected.org are collaborating to bring internet access to remote areas of the Philippines, aiming to connect one million people and drive inclusive growth. This initiative aligns with unconnected.org's mission to ensure internet access as a fundamental right for all, regardless of location or socioeconomic status.

Sister Clementina Phiri, headmistress of Kaseye Girls' Secondary School, highlights the transformative impact of digital education on students' academic success and empowerment despite financial and social challenges.