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Wang Lab of Innovation (WALI)

Bridging the Digital Divide: WANG Lab of Innovation – WALI

In the wake of COVID-19, the digital divide in Balochistan has starkly revealed the challenges faced by rural communities in accessing online education. This situation underscores a pressing need: to equip these communities with essential digital literacy skills for navigating an increasingly technology-driven world.

The Challenge: During the pandemic, thousands of students in Balochistan were unable to participate in online classes due to limited access to computers and the internet. This gap has highlighted an alarming reality: the necessity of digital literacy for success in the modern world. The National Human Development Report 2020 by UNDP notes that only 45% of Pakistanis own mobile phones and a mere 17% have internet access, with Balochistan lagging significantly behind.

Our Mission: WANG Lab of Innovation – WALI is committed to diminishing this digital divide by empowering rural children, youth, and farmers with digital literacy skills. Our goal is to create inclusive learning environments within these communities, allowing access to digital technology without the need to travel far from home.

Why WALI?

Awareness: Raise ICT awareness among rural students, unemployed youth, and farmers.
Economic Accessibility: Enhance access to ICT tools and the internet for underprivileged rural communities.
Education: Build skills for those who have access to tools but lack the know-how.
Empowerment: Train in E-Commerce and other digital skills, particularly focusing on reducing the digital gender divide and enabling socio-economic improvement.

Our Impactful Programs:

Computer Literacy: Training in fundamental computer skills for children, youth, and women.
Technology for Agriculture: Connecting small farmers with global experts for best agricultural practices.
Youth Resource Hub: Offering crash courses on office skills, job applications, admissions, and scholarships for young graduates.
E-Commerce: Facilitating space, training, and tools for E-commerce ventures in rural areas.

Location: Village Ahmed Abad Wang, Lasbela, Balochistan.

WALI is more than a computer learning center; it’s a beacon of knowledge, empowerment, and opportunity, ensuring rural communities are not left behind in the digital age.