Brazil’s Ministry of Education, UNESCO, and Huawei launch ‘Technology-enabled Open Schools for All’ project
The project will provide schools with connectivity infrastructure, solar power systems, teacher training in edtech, digital devices for classrooms, and digital curricula.
The project will also establish two teacher training centres covering Brazil’s North and Northeast regions, due to complete at the end of 2025.
"This initiative shows how connectivity, digital tools, and teacher training can enhance learning spaces. It is not just about using technology, but about incorporating it in a critical, creative, and sustainable way, preparing our schools, educators, and students for the challenges of today and tomorrow," says Luri Rubim, General Director of the Anísio Teixeira Institute under Bahia's State Department of Education.
"We believe this initiative is key to advancing the digitalization of education in Brazil. It acts as a catalyst for preparing society for digital transformation, ensuring that the future is built with greater innovation and equity for all," adds Rafael Herdy, educator and Technology Coordinator at Pará's State Department of Education.
The project also aims to strengthen Brazil’s public policies for digital education, including developing a national guide on green digital education.
"Open Schools reflects Huawei's commitment to democratizing access to technology and building a more inclusive digital future," says Elise Machado, Government Affairs Coordinator at Huawei Brazil. "We believe that digital inclusion begins with education. Projects like this align innovation, sustainability, and human development, directly impacting communities in historically underserved regions."
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