Kuma Foundation is proud to announce the launch of a
state-of-the-art computer lab in Georgetown South, Manassas, VA, aimed at bridging the digital
divide and empowering underserved youth with essential STEAM
skills. This initiative follows the successful establishment of a
similar lab in Pune, India, and
affirms Kuma Foundation's commitment to creating a more equitable
and prosperous future through technology education.
MANASSAS, Va., July 24,
2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Kuma Foundation, a
non-profit organization built on the principle that all kids
deserve a chance at a high-tech future, is proud to announce the
launch of the next Kuma Lab in
Georgetown South, a community in Manassas, Virginia. Launching on August 21, 2024, the lab will include a
state-of-the-art computer lab, a computer teacher, and digital
literacy and STEAM curriculum.
The Manassas facility will be the first
Kuma Lab in Virginia, following the overwhelming success
of a similarly designed educational space created in June 2023 for underserved youths in Pune, India.
The Manassas facility will be
the first Kuma Lab in Virginia, following the overwhelming success
of a similarly designed educational space created in June 2023 for underserved youths in Pune, India. "We couldn't be more excited to
build upon the success of the Pune Kuma Lab and establish another
lab in Virginia. It's easy for
many of us to take technology and our access to it for granted, but
it truly is a necessity to connect in the modern world and compete
in the modern economy," says Kuma Foundation Founder and Board
Chairman, Ray Kimble.
Community Manager, Meg Carroll,
says that "Georgetown South is incredibly thankful that the Kuma
Foundation selected our community as the site for this computer
lab. Our kids need this lab to bring technology to them when
they're not at school. They need it to help bring them to grade
level. During the school day, our adult residents will be able to
access computers for everyday needs, language learning, and
computer skill enhancement. No resident of our 4,500 will be left
out of the opportunity to access computers thanks to the Kuma
Foundation."
The foundation strives to empower the community with the opening
of the next lab in Georgetown South. Ultimately, bridging the
digital divide in Virginia and
across the globe is not just a matter of equal access to
technology; it is a pathway towards creating a more equitable and
prosperous future. Witnessing the profound impact technology has on
students, we are reminded of the urgency to continue our efforts in
narrowing the digital divide, ensuring that every individual has
the opportunity to thrive in the digital age.
ABOUT KUMA FOUNDATION
Although STEAM careers are among the fastest-growing and
highest-paying jobs out there, there are significant gender,
racial, and socioeconomic gaps in the fields of science,
technology, engineering, arts, and math. As we move into an ever
more technological future, we must ensure that all students are
prepared to thrive in the future workforce. At the Kuma Foundation,
we are committed to ensuring that all students—regardless of
gender, race, or zip code—have access to essential STEAM skills.
Our programs are designed to empower kids with the tools they'll
need to succeed in the 21st century, bringing STEAM education and
career development opportunities to low-income and underrepresented
kids in America and beyond. Visit https://www.kumacares.org/ to
learn more.
Media Contact
Ray Kimble, Kuma Foundation, 1
(800) 993-7027, ray.kimble@kumacares.org,
https://www.kumacares.org/
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