Project information
    Project description
    This project was born from lived experience and daily interaction with refugees who are eager to learn, work, and rebuild their lives but are limited by lack of access to technology. In Kalobeyei Settlement Refugee Camp, many young people finish school with hope but no tools to move forward. A computer, which is common elsewhere, is often unreachable here. This project aims to empower refugee youths through computer skills training from basic to advanced levels. Many refugees have motivation and talent but lack access to computers and structured learning. Through Hope of the Hopeless, we plan to provide digital literacy, office software skills, internet use, online safety, freelancing basics, and remote work preparation. After training, participants will be guided on how to access online job platforms and income opportunities. The goal is to reduce dependency on aid and support refugees to become self-reliant, confident, and economically active using technology.
    Number of students
    50
    Number of teachers
    4
    Number of dootronics needed
    25
    Dootronics additional notes
    We mainly need laptops suitable for training (medium to large size is fine for both basic and advanced levels). Long battery life is important due to occasional power challenges. If available, a few extra devices for trainers would be helpful. Refurbished laptops are perfect to use.
    On-site point of contact
    Name: Kumbuka Masitchwe
    Role: Founder and Executive Director, Hope of the Hopeless
    Email: masitchwek@gmail.com
    Phone/WhatsApp: +254734030349
    Project manager(s)
    jfdzar
    AMH001
    Local language(s)
    English, Swahili
    Additional information about language(s)
    Training will be conducted mainly in English, with Kiswahili support for beginners to ensure clear understanding, especially at the basic level.
    Location

    3.77159, 34.6229

    Socket voltage
    220-240 Volts
    Socket type
    C
    G
    Internet connection type
    Wireless
    Internet additional notes
    Internet is available but limited by cost. Devices will also be used offline for basic computer training and preloaded learning materials when internet is not accessible.
    Thank you note
    We are deeply grateful to Labdoo for their incredible work in giving technology a second life and supporting education worldwide. Your support will directly change lives in a refugee community where access to computers is very limited. We truly value this partnership and the hope it brings to our learners.
    Additional notification emails
    hopeofthehopeless.org@gmail.com