World Computer Exchange

Exciting News from Puerto Rico: Thanks to the 20/22 Act Society and World Computer Exchange, we hosted two fully enrolled coding bootcamps for teens in June with 42 total participants 📍 Locations: Jane Stern Dorado Community Library ACUTAS Community Center, Toa Baja 💻 Courses: Week 1: Block Programming & Robotics Week 2: HTML5 & CSS3 Web Design ⭐️ Highlights: Hands-on, interactive sessions Skills in coding, robotics, and web design Led by María Del Mar Rodríguez #TechEducation #CodingBootcamp #PuertoRico #YouthEmpowerment #WorldComputerExchange #2022ActSociety Check out the great work at @janesternlibrary and ACUTAS Community Center! 🌟 Gracias a 20/22 Act Society y World Computer Exchange, organizamos dos bootcamps de codificación en Junio para un total de 42 jóvenes Puertorriqueños.

On May 31st, 19 tech-savvy students from Lutheran High School in Texas, including members of robotics clubs and aspiring IT professionals, gathered in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Their mission: to sort and refurbish hundreds of computers, some stored since 2016. By the end of the day, they successfully identified 160 devices in good condition from an original 400. Captured by intern Camila, this video highlights their dedication and teamwork during their summer mission trip. The WCE team thanks the students and teachers at Lutheran high school and the 20/22 Act Society for their support. En Mayo 31 del 2024, 19 estudiantes de la escuela superior “Lutheran High School” de Texas se reunieron en Puerto Rico para apoyar nuestra causa. Estos jovenes son expertos en tecnología, miembros del club de robótica y aspirantes a ser profesionales de la materia. Su misión para el día era identificar y clasificar cientos de computadoras que habían sido guardadas en la isla desde el 2016. Al final del día, de un grupo de 400, sorprendentemente pudieron identificar 160 computadoras como funcionales. Este video, grabado y editado por nuestra intern Camila, representa su dedicación y excelente trabajo en equipo durante el proceso. De parte del equipo de WCE, gracias a los estudiantes de Lutheran High School y a la sociedad 20/22 Act por su ayuda.

Blue Altair is passionate about the environment and global humanitarian efforts. That is why we are proud to help reduce global e-waste through our annual donations to the World Computer Exchange (WCE).    By donating our retired technology hardware, we are helping to provide computers, educational content, and training to over 5,000 organizations in 78 developing countries, reducing the digital divide for youth around the globe while reducing e-waste.    To learn more about the WCE and how they are supporting education for youth around the world, visit https://lnkd.in/dV4Aii_h #GenerationRestoration #WorldEnvironmentDay #WCE

Today at 9am EST we kicked off a 2 week Inspire Girls Coding Bootcamp in Zambia, Africa. 4 cohorts of female students are participating in this summers program throughout different provinces in Zambia. As of today, 291 girls are signed up using WCE refurbished and donated computers with the help of our field coordinators. We were so happy to meet the girls this morning and will be back with more updates and pictures of the girls progress!

Ewaste is piling up while while millions lack access to modern technology 💻 Discover how recycling electronics can help bridge the digital divide and empower underserved communities. Learn about the efforts of World Computer Exchange and how you can make a difference. Together, we can create a more connected and sustainable world.

Check your inbox or tap the links below! Our WCE May 2024 Newsletter is now live. We hope you enjoy these impactful stories as much as we enjoy sharing them with you all. #tech #nonprofit Empowering GenZ: Victoria Yorke's Journey in Tech and Advocacy- https://lnkd.in/eTHPhtD6 Introducing Board Member Alex Higuera: https://lnkd.in/eWKknX3F Impactful Education in the Ivory Coast with Katy Ballo: https://lnkd.in/ejK4n2j7

Today, on International Girls in ICT Day, we reflect on the vital role of girls in shaping the future of technology. 💻 This photo captures a moment from our meaningful partnership in Zambia, Africa, where we're working to empower girls with access to ICT education. Let's continue to champion diversity and inclusion in STEM fields. #GirlsInICT #STEMeducation #ZambiaAfrica #Empowerment

Happy Earth Day from World Computer Exchange! 🌍💻 Today, we're celebrating by extending the life cycle of electronics through our computer donation program. By refurbishing and redistributing used computers, we're reducing electronic waste and promoting sustainability. Join us in honoring our planet by giving the gift of technology! Together, we can make a positive impact. #EarthDay #SustainableTech #WorldComputerExchange donate at: https://lnkd.in/dZKYq5Ct

World Computer Exchange sent 22 computer sets to the Ivory Coast, marking our expansion to the 54th country served! This collaboration with Impactful Education supported the establishment of an education hub at Lycee Moderne d’Anyama, the largest public high school in Anamaya. A special thank you to Katy Ballo for her dedication to child literacy and bridging the digital divide. Together, we're making a meaningful impact through education! #WorldComputerExchange #ImpactfulEducation #DigitalDivide #EducationForAll

It’s important to be conscious of how our e-waste is affecting the environment. Here at WCE, we refurbish and repurpose your computers in an effort to be environmentally conscious and reduce the digital divide.