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by Jason M., and Jacob R.
10.26.2022

Identity matters: Carlin’s crusade for children & families

From the necessity of accessing technology to the need for legal assistance to obtain official government documents, you might be surprised by some of the obstacles our families face. Learn more

This woman had been working informally for a long time. With her ID, she was able to work in a formal place and that had a deeply positive impact on the economic well-being of the family.”

- Carlin, Dominican Republic

The reality of tech in poor places

In this video, you will meet Darius, who lives in Lusaka, Zambia with his family. They work hard to make ends meet, it can be a daily struggle. See how technology like phones and internet access are difficult to pay for and yet essential in the family’s fight to escape poverty.

Me and my family we have a computer which was given to me as a gift when I passed my grade 9 exams. I don’t use it for the internet because I do not have a modem.”

- Darius, 15, Zambia

Technology: The misunderstood necessity

In this video from our Global Poverty Perspectives series you'll hear from Josie and Jhon, a mother and son from the Philippines. Join them as they share their insights about the value and importance of technology that’s as simple as a secondhand TV.

Now that it’s the rainy season, it’s quite dangerous because it’s the typhoon season again. We keep ourselves updated with weather developments by watching TV.”

- Jhon, 14, the Philippines

How a community adapted to tech's rapid evolution

In Jalisco, Mexico, you'll learn from our education director, Berenice, and sisters Britany and Daniela about the rapidly accelerating role of technology in their lives. You'll also have the chance to see how gifts like yours are helping to equip children and communities for the future.

Thank you to all the people who supported us with Yojan. It was very difficult for all of us here at home to see the child how he was... to see him suddenly healthy....there are no words to say thank you.”

- Germán, Yojan's father

Your compassion helps create positive change

Thanks to support from friends like you, families who lack access to technology can receive much-needed assistance. Life-changing resources like computer labs and libraries are also available. And your gifts even help promote digital literacy that prepares children and youth for secondary education and the workforce. These are just a few of the many ways your compassion has the power to change lives!

What do you think of the stories in this series? Let us know in the comments.

by Jason M., and Jacob R.
10.26.2022

Comments

Chelsea_eb983

Oct 28, 2022

How much and how do you get your child a tablet?

ramfam

Oct 31, 2022

Thank you so much for your desire to purchase a tablet! Unfortunately, it’s a bit more complicated as we have to ensure the family has electricity and internet costs can vary from country to country. If you’d like to see about providing funds for a tablet for your sponsored child’s family, please contact the Care Team.