Directorate of Information Technology
EducationCompleted
TechIgnite: Digital Literacy & Coding for Rural Youth
Execution Date
August 2024
Location
Badulla District Rural Schools
Key Impact
120+ Students Trained
Project Overview & Community Scope
Introducing basic computer skills, Scratch visual programming, and internet safety awareness to rural secondary students with limited access to modern computer labs.
Key Accomplishments
Hands-on computer basics and block-coding workshops.
Setup of refurbished computer workstations in 2 village schools.
Digital career guidance by UWU Computer Science undergraduates.
Organized by Uva Wellassa University LeosDistrict 306 D10
Execution Metrics
Volunteers Mobilized25+ Leo IT Mentors
Beneficiary GroupGrade 7-10 Underprivileged Students
Project StatusCompleted
Parent DistrictLeo District 306 D10