Technology for children and families

In today’s world, ICT has tremendous potential to boost the potential of people and communities and contribute to reaching the Sustainable Development Goals.

ICT4D (Information and Communication Technologies for Development) applies these technologies to support learning and makes them more widely accessible.

Leveraging technology to improve lives

We support the development of children, young people, families and communities:

  • providing access to the internet and technologies

  • enhancing digital literacy

  • facilitating learning through e-learning and open-source courses

  • offering computer trainings to improve employability

  • connecting young people and mentors through social networks

  • providing databases and accounting software to improve healthcare infrastructure, etc.

YouthLinks

Strengthening youth employability skills through technology

Digital Village

Access to technology and digital skills at SOS Children’s Villages

Text2Change

Bridging gaps in education with mobile phones

OSL

Bringing technology to the classroom to help improve literacy

ICT Corners 

Communication and learning in emergencies

Digital Care Assistant

Bringing learning home

 

News and stories

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Youth employability
Over 200 young people in Latin America get skills training thanks to Salesforce mentors
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YouthLinks
Using technology to boost job opportunity
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Youth Skills Day
Boosting employability through digital skills
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ICT4D project in Kenya improves scores and attendance
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Jordan
Linking young people with opportunities
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ICT4D
How the Digital Village opens doors
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Empowerment
Empowering women through mobile technology
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Refugees connecting with their families through ICT corners