STEMUP will work closely with Code.org to develop initiatives to raise awareness and promote curriculum changes to integrate computer science skills and concepts from an early age.
This will also include providing insights into the potential opportunities and future prospects of embarking onto this career path.
The partnership will prioritise the expansion of computer science education for Sri Lankan students by providing free, accessible content.
The efforts will involve equipping teaching staff with the necessary skills to raise awareness about the importance of computer science, cultivate student curiosity, and impart key concepts.
Commenting on the partnership, Prabhath Mannapperuma – Founder & Director of STEMUP Educational Foundation stated,
“We, at STEMUP, are really excited to take our partnership with Code.org to the next level by becoming the International Partner for Sri Lanka.
Over the years, we have put in a lot of hard work to take Code.org initiatives across Sri Lanka and the results have been very promising.
This partnership will certainly help us to open up more opportunities for students in Sri Lanka.”
Leonardo Ortiz Villacorta, VP of Development and International of Code.org, said,
"Code.org is excited to partner with STEMUP to help every student in every school in Sri Lanka have access to learning Computer Science.
We look forward to working with STEMUP in Hour of Code campaign, teacher training, and many more opportunities."
The STEMUP Educational Foundation is a non-profit organization whose mission is to inspire and engage students to become interested in pursuing Scientific, Technological, Engineering, and Mathematical (STEM) degrees and careers.
The organization’s mission is fulfilled through the programs and resources they offer to the Sri Lankan community.
The Foundation has educational opportunities and resources for all.
All of its resources are also offered free-of-charge as a part of the vision of becoming a national model for passionate support for STEM education.
Photo caption left to right Prabhath Mannapperuma – Founder & Director of STEMUP Educational Foundation and Leonardo Ortiz Villacorta, VP of Development and International, Code.org