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Through the Digital Jumpstart program, Somayeh received a laptop to help with her school. She also received one-on-one virtual tutoring in computer programs such as Word, Excel, and WordQ. In particular, she mentions how WordQ’s word prediction feature has helped with her schoolwork.
Ginevra is an outreach worker. Her duties range from assisting clients in activities and preparing lunches, to gathering client information during the intake process. She says, “I have Recurrent Transverse Myelitis, which is a neurological condition in my spine that affects various peripheral nerves in my body.”
“I’ve been exposed to a lot more of how making assistive tech, open source, and this platform that we’re working on is so impactful, and it makes things so much more accessible for people that need the technology.”
This summer, Rayanne has been an important part of the Neil Squire Prairie Region team, covering various tasks from computer tutoring to administrative work.
Marie was applying for jobs, but she didn’t have the right equipment. “I did not have a laptop. I was using my phone, and it was very difficult to write resumes,” she says.