Digital Safar—a game-changing initiative by Jazz, Ministry of Federal Education & Professional Training (MoFEPT), and Tech Valley—continues its journey towards transforming Pakistan’s digital landscape. Launched in 2023 in collaboration with Google, the program aims to equip young minds across the country with essential digital skills and online safety education.
🎓 A Vision for a Digital Pakistan
Through Google’s Be Internet Awesome and CS First programs, Digital Safar is providing much-needed training in:
- Early-age coding 💻
- Digital safety 🔐
- Online education resources 🌍
Jazz, as the official connectivity partner, has stepped up by offering free internet to 50 schools under the Federal Directorate of Education, ensuring that students and educators alike can access digital resources, explore new opportunities, and thrive in a digitally connected world.
🌟 Highlights from the Event
At the recent Digital Safar celebration, Jazz demonstrated its commitment by:
- Handing over internet devices with free monthly data bundles to schools.
- Empowering students and teachers with the tools needed to excel in the digital world.
- Promoting digital literacy in underserved communities.
Fatima Akhtar, Head of Communications & Sustainability at Jazz, stated:
“Our commitment to bridging the digital divide and ensuring online safety in Pakistan is at the heart of this initiative. By offering free internet access and devices, we are empowering students with the tools and skills necessary to benefit from Digital Safar, contributing to a digitally literate and connected youth.”
📊 Impact So Far
To date, Digital Safar has:
- Trained over 100,000 students in early-age coding and digital safety.
- Aimed to reach 200,000 students, closing the digital divide by equipping schools with robust digital infrastructure.
The program’s next step? Enabling more students and educators to confidently embrace the digital age and unlock new opportunities for Pakistan’s youth.
🌐 A Step Towards Digital Inclusion
As Pakistan moves toward a Digital Future, initiatives like Digital Safar are vital to bridge the digital divide, ensuring that every student can navigate the digital world securely and effectively.
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