I'm a volunteer and Co-ordinator of the Chicago Chapter of the World Computer Exchange (http://www.worldcomputerexchange.org ) . We are a 503c whose primary mission is to collected used working computers, refurbish them and send them to partners in developing countries who have identified schools, youth centers, orphanages or libraries where they are made available to children.
Since April of 2009 our refurbishing has included installing Ubuntu. We are now reviewing the benefits of switching to Edubuntu. It seems like a natural fit for our mission. We are also seeking ways to incorporate useful resources on public health issues for our audience in developing countries. We would package these resources as part of our installation. Any suggestions? Jack ODonnell Chicago Coordinator Regional Manager for Latin America 773 316 2944 World Computer Exchange www.WorldComputerExchange.org Expand young minds, not landfills! * Connecting 2,500 schools, libraries & orphanages in developing countries to the Internet via reused donated equipment. * 700 volunteers building capacity in 500 partner groups in 67 countries in planning, fund raising, content & partnerships. * Sending teams of volunteer tech professionals on their vacation time to train & help upgrade and troubleshoot networks. * Promoting responsible recycling of electronic waste in developing countries. www.WorldComputerExchange.org is a global educational & environmental nonprofit that provides services and computers to help connect more youth in developing countries to the resources, opportunities and understanding of the Internet ~ while keeping working computers out of landfills. Our 700 volunteers provide our 450 Partner organisations in 65 developing countries with assistance in sustainable project planning, partnership development, fund raising, shipping logistics, technology support, digital libraries and responsible e-waste disposal ~ as well as over 26,000 donated working used computers that have helped connect 2,500 schools, libraries, orphanages and youth centres that report use by over a million youth per year. -- edubuntu-users mailing list [email protected] Modify settings or unsubscribe at: https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/edubuntu-users
