Intel has played a critical role in the EduLabs initiative through a strategic collaboration with Food for the Hungry (FH). This investment has been directed towards the implementation of technology laboratories in 80 public schools, thus guaranteeing not only access to technology, but also robust internet connectivity.
“These efforts support Intel’s vision of providing accessible and technologically advanced education to more than 90,000 children, youth and adults in the Dominican Republic, thus marking a significant milestone in educational transformation in the region,” Giselle Ruiz told this site.
When asked about the main technological approaches that Intel has implemented in collaboration with EduLabs to improve the quality of education in the region, the executive pointed out that the pillars of Intel have been integrated into this initiative through its five superpowers, especially highlighting ubiquitous computing, which has allowed the installation of processors in various devices to strengthen the technological infrastructure in schools, and ubiquitous connectivity, through networks such as 4G and Wi-Fi, to ensure solid connectivity to the Internet.
“These efforts support Intel’s vision of providing accessible and technologically advanced education to more than 90,000 children, youth and adults in the Dominican Republic, thus marking a significant milestone in educational transformation in the region,” Giselle Ruiz told this medium.
When asked about the main technological approaches that Intel has implemented in collaboration with EduLabs to improve the quality of education in the region, the executive pointed out that the pillars of Intel have been integrated into this initiative through its five superpowers, especially highlighting ubiquitous computing, which has allowed the installation of processors in various devices to strengthen the technological infrastructure in schools, and ubiquitous connectivity, through networks such as 4G and Wi-Fi, to ensure solid connectivity to the Internet.
«This approach by Intel, aimed at closing educational gaps and promoting digital inclusion, is reflected in the investment of this initiative aimed at comprehensively training more than 90,000 participants in digital literacy and technological skills. This includes training in online navigation, productivity and cybersecurity tools, as well as technological skills for employment or work life and the innovative use of digital tools,” he explained.
Impact
Ruiz assured that Intel expects considerable social impact through EduLabs, with specific goals that include an expected 20% increase in students’ average grades and a 30% improvement in technical skills for employment among adults and youth.
“INTEL EXPECTS A CONSIDERABLE SOCIAL IMPACT THROUGH EDULABS, WITH SPECIFIC GOALS INCLUDING AN EXPECTED 20% INCREASE IN STUDENT AVERAGE QUALIFICATIONS AND A 30% IMPROVEMENT IN TECHNICAL SKILLS FOR EMPLOYMENT AMONG ADULTS AND YOUTH”
Additionally, a 40% increase in the technological skills of the target population is projected during the second year. The initiative aims to impact more than 23,000 Dominican families with a significant investment from Intel to achieve this social and economic impact.
Regarding Latin America in general, the executive assured that this program exerts a significant influence on the regional panorama by supporting digital inclusion projects. In addition, it joins key company initiatives, such as Intel Skills for Innovation, in which educational leaders are trained to drive innovative learning experiences. Also notable events, such as the Intel AI Global Impact Festival, which highlights the innovation and impact of AI, and programs such as AI for Youth, which focus on providing young people with the knowledge to responsibly apply AI-based solutions, promoting inclusive participation in the technological revolution.
Finally, Ruiz noted that Intel faces challenges related to limited internet access in areas of interest, which demands investments in specific solutions. However, he maintained that, by collaborating with strategic partners such as Food for the Hungry, Geeks Without Frontiers and SMART Technologies, the company seeks not only to address these challenges, but also “take advantage of present opportunities to enhance the positive impact on regional education, with the goal of achieving a lasting educational transformation in Latin America.
