Indigenous youth get a technology boost
Microsoft Australia’s Managing Director, Tracey Fellows and Andrew Mahar, Executive Director of Microsoft’s Community Partner, InfoXchange recently visited Shepparton Victoria to spend some time with the staff and students of Ganbina Indigenous Employment and Training Organisation.
Twelve months ago Microsoft Australia donated 25 Netbooks to Ganbina as part of a broader project with InfoXchange. This visit was a fantastic opportunity to witness how the students have embraced the technology and the impact that it had on their employment training.
In meeting with Adrian Appo, Ganbina’s CEO, Tracey Fellows mentioned that a lot of public debate has focused on building the Australia’s digital infrastructure, but more serious thought needs to be given to how we ensure everyone has the right skills to get the most out of it.
"Ensuring these Indigenous youth in Shepparton have access to technology and the support of the fantastic programs run by Ganbina means that they are gaining the skills to participate in a 21st century workforce," said Ms Fellows.
"Working with Infoxchange and Gambina has provided Microsoft with closer ties to the community and fostered a collaborative and innovative approach to empowering a digitally connected population."
To find out more about Ganbina’s Ladders to Success program visit