Sponsor of Shell V-Power Racing Team, DXC Technology has donated 90 laptop devices to three primary schools in the Northern Territory.
Tripled in size during the last 12 months, the initiative is the second collaboration between DXC, NT Cricket and the Shell V-Power Racing Team including contributing partners Viva Energy Australia, Penske Australia and New Zealand, Repco, LiteHaus International.
STEM sessions were also conducted in addition to truck tours by Penske Australia and New Zealand, interactive displays of the two Shell V-Power Racing Team Ford Mustangs for 100 students from Malik, Ludmilla, Millner Primary Schools.
“We are pleased to be able grow this wonderful initiative with our partners in the Northern Territory, said Seelan Nayagam, President, Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa, DXC Technology.
“Whether it be introducing cricket clinics with NT Cricket, donating laptops or visiting schools to advocate STEM learning and pathways with DeadlyScience and the Shell V-Power Racing Team, it is important for like minded organisations to come together and give back to schools and communities,”
“DXC is committed to reducing barriers and contributing to the educational success of Territorians. We are once again thankful to our partner, LiteHaus International for their efforts in the preparation of the 90 laptop devices to meet the Department of Education’s requirements.
“Initiatives like this play a critical role in laying the foundations to help students participate more meaningfully in society and achieve better life outcomes.”
The initiatives are part of DXC’s Digital Futures Program, which has donated more than 1000 laptops and impacted 20,000 students.
The program provisions refurbished technology equipment and introduces STEM Pathways opportunities to foundations, not-for-profit organisations, schools, community student programs, community-controlled health services and community councils.
“We’re delighted to be a part of DXC Technology’s Digital Futures Program for a second consecutive year,” said Shell V-Power Racing Team CEO David Noble.
“This event is a highlight of our community engagement program which is growing in its significance connecting our partners, government, and schools. After the success of 2023, our combined effort will deliver 90 laptops as a commitment to growing the program.
“This will have a significant benefit and impact on many young students. On behalf of theShell V-Power Racing Team, I would like to thank our partners DXC Technology, Viva Energy Australia, Penske Australia & New Zealand, and Repco Australia for contributing to this wonderful program.
“We look forward to setting new and increased targets in years to come.”