A SHIRLEY business has donated more than 100 pieces of technology to help sub-Saharan Africa students get access to vital IT skills.
For the second consecutive year, McCann Birmingham has joined forces with The Turing Trust, a charitable organisation that supports digital education in sub-Saharan Africa.
Through a donation of 158 refurbished devices across the McCann Central network 3,510 students will now have access to vital IT skills, helping to bridge the digital divide.
Anil Mangal, head of IT at McCann Central, said: “We’re proud to continue our partnership with The Turing Trust and see our contributions make a real difference.
“Access to technology opens up incredible opportunities, and we’re delighted that our donation will help thousands of students develop the skills they need for the future.”
Beyond supporting education, the donation also has a positive environmental impact.
By extending the life of these devices, McCann is helping to offset 55 tonnes of CO2 emissions – the equivalent of planting 136 trees or offsetting the annual carbon footprint of six people.
Noah van der Linde, Donations Manager at The Turing Trust, added: “McCann’s ongoing support is truly invaluable.
“This latest donation will allow even more students to learn and grow. We can’t thank the team enough for their generosity and commitment to bridging the digital divide.”
