Bring digital literacy to students in Ethiopia

Students at Genanaw Kerse Memorial School are working hard and dreaming big. This recent classroom photo shows students taking their final exams — a powerful reminder of their commitment to learning, even with limited resources.

We are excited to share that five refurbished laptops have already been received for the school, with more on the way through ProCern and another corporate recycled-laptop donation partner.

These laptops will help open the door to computer literacy, digital learning, and stronger classroom support. For  our students, access to technology is not just convenient — it is a bridge to new skills, new confidence, and new opportunities.

Because the laptops are still on their way to Ethiopia, we are sharing these recent classroom photos to honor the students this project will support. We look forward to sharing photos of the laptops in use once they arrive.

Thank you for helping bring digital learning closer to the students of Genanaw Kerse Memorial School.

At Genanaw Kerse Memorial School, students arrive each day ready to learn, sharing books and working through handwritten lessons in classrooms where computers are not yet available. The attached photo captures the current reality: rows of desks, a blackboard, and a few shelves—simple, functional, and entirely offline. It tells the story of a learning environment shaped by determination rather than access.

Despite these limitations, student curiosity is strong. Many learners ask about computers and technology they hear about but have never had the chance to use. Their interest makes it clear that the desire to learn digital skills is already there; what is missing are the tools.

This project was created to meet that enthusiasm with opportunity. While dedicated funding for digital literacy has not yet been secured, our commitment has not wavered. We are actively seeking donated or low-cost laptops and exploring partnerships that would allow us to place technology directly into students’ hands and begin the first phase of digital learning.

The school is ready. The students are ready. With access to basic devices, we are prepared to begin introducing foundational digital skills and opening pathways to 21st-century learning. This project stands at the threshold of action, guided by optimism, preparation, and a clear vision for what access to technology can make possible.