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Help Fund Tech Education in Kibera with Magoso Youth Centre

Organization name: Magoso Youth Centre
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Magoso Youth Centre, rooted in the legacy of Magoso School and founded by its alumni in February 2022, is a beacon of innovation and support in Nairobi, Kenya. Dedicated to empowering vulnerable children and school dropouts, Magoso Youth Centre utilizes Community Learning Centres to foster educational and social development. Our multifaceted approach spans technology, waste management, green energy, food security, and more, aiming to uplift and transform our community comprehensively.

The Magoso Youth Centre in Kibera aims to empower youth by teaching them to develop smart applications that address local challenges like food insecurity and chronic illness support. However, the academy faces significant hurdles due to unreliable internet connectivity. Persistent lag disrupts classes, hindering students' progress in learning crucial tech skills. Funds raised will enable the installation of Starlink, a high-speed satellite internet service. This investment covers initial setup costs, including hardware like satellite dishes and 

Challenges

Our tech academy is at the heart of our mission, teaching students to create applications that solve local problems like food insecurity and health support. Unfortunately, our progress is stifled by inconsistent internet, crucial for software development and online collaboration. Despite attempts with different providers, the connectivity issues have significantly delayed our educational programs and hindered student progress.

Why It Matters

Reliable internet isn't just a convenience—it's a necessity for our tech academy in Kibera. It’s vital for:

  • Continuity in Education: Ensuring that our students can consistently access and engage with their curriculum without interruptions.
  • Skill Development: Facilitating seamless learning of essential tech skills crucial for developing applications that address community challenges.
  • Community Impact: Enabling the creation of smart solutions that improve quality of life for the residents of Kibera.

The introduction of Starlink, with its high-speed satellite internet service, is pivotal. Covering the initial setup costs and ongoing operations will solidify our educational framework, allowing our students to thrive and innovate without boundaries.

Solution

We aim to raise $1,010 to implement this crucial infrastructure. With your support, we will install Starlink to ensure our academy has the high-speed internet it requires. This change will:

  • Boost Learning Efficiency: Provide an uninterrupted learning environment where students can flourish.
  • Facilitate Project Development: Enable students to develop and implement solutions for local issues effectively.
  • Support Sustainable Operations: Ensure the academy’s continued success with reliable access to global educational resources and expert collaborations.

This funding initiative is more than just improving internet connectivity; it’s about empowering the youth of Kibera to transform their community through technology. Your contribution will help unlock the potential of countless young innovators, giving them the tools to change their world.

Transparency Promise

We pledge to uphold the highest standards of transparency and accountability. Every contribution will be diligently tracked, with regular updates on our progress and detailed reports on how your donations are making a difference.

Summary
Magoso Youth Centre
KBR/CBO/5/4/2021
Social Impact Organization
Kibera, Nairobi
+254758250079
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