Food for the Poor, Starr Computers and St Francis collaborate to donate IT labs to Region Six
Food For The Poor (Guyana) Inc (FFTP) in partnership with Starr Computers and St Francis Community Developers donated two new upgraded Informa-tion Technology Labs to Region Six. According to a press release, the labs, located at the New Amsterdam Technical Institute and the Guyana Police Force Training Academy, represent a significant investment in advancing IT education and skills development in the region. Each institution was also provided with equipment for their sick bay and their office, compliments of Food for the Poor..
FFTP said it provided crucial support by donating furnishings for the labs, ensuring that students and trainees have access to comfortable and conducive learning environments. Starr Computers, a leading IT solutions provider, contributed stateof-the-art IT equipment and tools, empowering learners with the latest technology and resources. St Francis Community Developers played a vital role by providing critical logistical support, facilitating the smooth implementation of the initiative, the release said.
It quoted FFTP CEO Andrea Benjamin as saying: “It is with great pleasure and pride that I stand before you today to celebrate a significant milestone in our journey toward enhancing education and fostering collaboration. I am thrilled to witness the impact of our partnership with Starr Computer, New Amsterdam Technical Institute, Guyana Police Force Training Academy, and St Francis Com-munity Developers. Education lies at the heart of progress and empowerment. As we invest in educational institutions, we invest in the future leaders, innovators, and problem-solvers of our society. This collaboration exemplifies our commitment to this belief. By upgrading the IT labs, we are not just providing students with better infrastructure; we are equipping them with the tools and resources they need to thrive in a digital world.”
The release said Benjamin further noted that by working hand in hand with all of the stakeholders, the collaboration not only enhances the delivery of education but also creates opportunities for students to engage with real-world challenges and solutions preparing them for the demands of the modern workforce. “Together, we have laid the foundation for a brighter future, one where education knows no bounds and where collaboration knows no limits,” she was quoted as saying
Starr Computers’ Corporate Sales/Marketing Manager Penny Francis, the release said, revealed that her company was honoured to partner with FFTP and St Francis Community Developers. She explained that it was through the support of the customers for the last 31 years that Starr Computers was able to make such a donation, the release said. The event was a celebration of collaboration and a commitment to enhancing access to quality education and technology in the region.
Police Commander of Region Six Shivpersaud Bacchus was quoted as saying, “Thanks to this collaboration, we have become the first academy in the Guyana Police Force to offer computer repair training. This collaborative effort demonstrates a commitment to equipping law enforcement with cutting-edge technology. The enhanced IT facilities will undoubtedly bolster the force’s capabilities to better serve the community.”
The three donors, the release said, remain committed to supporting education and skills development initiatives that empower individuals and transform communities across Guyana.