The impact of COVID-19 brought to light the significant technology gaps in our education system, and the need to support disadvantaged students is greater than ever. By providing these girls with their own computers, educational tools, resources, support and experiences, they can join their peers who are more socioeconomically advantaged.

Our scholars are bright, hard-working girls from families facing financial barriers. Some families struggle with daily living expenses, let alone the purchase of a new computer, high speed internet connection and personal tutoring for their child.

Educating girls works to break the vicious cycle of poverty. Girls who are supported with equipment, money for resources, tutoring and coaching are more likely to complete high school and undertake further education after school.

“Girls education is critical in terms of what it can achieve in raising families out of poverty and accelerating economic development for the community. It has a multiplier effect like no other” UN Girls ‘Education Initiative

Investing in girls’ education may well be the highest return investment available in the developing world” Larry Summers former Chief Economist of the World bank.

According to Professor Stephen Lamb, Educational Opportunity in Australia: “Who Succeeds and Who Misses out”. By the Age of 15, Students of low-socio economic status are typically three years behind their counterparts from more advantages areas. Their likelihood of completing year 12 and going onto further study is significantly lower”