WWT and Kalisu Foundation expand educational and STEM programmes in Karnataka

World Wide Technology (WWT), a global technology solutions provider, has announced an enhanced collaboration with the Kalisu Foundation to bolster educational and STEM enrichment programmes in Karnataka, India. 

The partnership builds on the successful establishment of 11 new libraries in the region since 2021.

Kalisu Foundation, founded in 2013, is a youth-driven non-governmental organisation dedicated to providing high-quality education to children from low-income backgrounds attending government schools. The organisation reaches over 8,000 children. 

Bob Ferrell, Executive Vice President of Global Human Resources and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at WWT, highlighted the significance of the new initiatives:

"From robotics competitions and science exhibitions to interactive storytelling and mentorship sessions, the new STEM programs will provide students with opportunities to apply their knowledge, collaborate with peers and explore STEM careers.

By combining WWT's technical expertise and Kalisu's extensive reach, this partnership continues to inspire the next generation of innovators, problem solvers and technology leaders, empowering them to make meaningful contributions to our communities and the world at large.”

The announcement follows the grand opening of the Mathikere Government School Library in Bengaluru on 15 June, marking the 11th library established through WWT's three-year collaboration with the Kalisu Foundation. This initiative aims to enhance educational opportunities for 3,324 children in government schools across Karnataka and Telangana.

Following the grand opening of the Mathikere Government School Library in Bengaluru on 15th June, WWT's three-year collaboration with the Kalisu Foundation has resulted in the establishment of 11 libraries,  to improve educational chances for 3,324 young people  in government schools across Karnataka and Telangana.

M M Nikhilesh, Co-Founder and CEO of the Kalisu Foundation, commented on the impact of the collaboration:

"Since 2021, we have observed a remarkable rise in literacy and a burgeoning enthusiasm for learning among the young minds we serve. On average, an astounding 100 books are devoured every week, leading to an impressive annual consumption of 39,600 books.

“This remarkable achievement highlights the profound impact these libraries have had on the community."

As part of this collaboration, WWT announced the contribution of nearly 18,000 books covering a wide spectrum of subjects and genres, designed to encourage youth exploration, intellectual curiosity, and a lifelong love for reading.