Digital
Literacy.
We have worked on the implementation of a community digital library in the area of Coaque, Pedernales. Using Koombook technology, an intranet system designed by Libraries without Borders, children and young people can access educational content in areas where internet access is scarce. The goal is to facilitate access to technology in vulnerable communities. Access to knowledge and technology is key to the development of knowledge and skills This project was carried out thanks to the support of the Built Latin America group of Tufts University and Libraries Without Borders.
Programming
School.
AVANTI is part of CoderDojo, a worldwide network that offers the necessary tools for children to learn to program and thus give way to the eventual development of technological solutions from the very young. CoderDojo is free with the aim of democratizing access not only to technology but to the knowledge that makes it up. CoderDojo argues that an understanding of programming languages is increasingly important in today's world, that it is better and easier to learn these skills early, and that no one should be denied the opportunity to do so. Normally any youth from 7 to 17 years old can join and attend. This project was carried out thanks to CRISFE and the corporate responsibility department of IBM Ecuador.
Humanitarian
Aid.
On April 16, 2016, the coast of Ecuador suffered a 7.8 magnitude earthquake. AVANTI, with the support of the private sector and volunteer labor, built a community center for the victims. In addition, more than 100 shelters, 20 houses, 100 mattresses, temporary kitchen service and medical care for the community settled This was possible thanks to the support of volunteers and donations from IBM, La Favorita, Kubiec, Alvarez Bravo, Cervecería Nacional, among others.
Educational
Scholarships.
We finance the study of young entrepreneurs in higher careers, winners of our intercollegiate cocoa innovation contest in Quito. We are aware of the power of education and the opportunities provided by access to high-quality, formal education. Martin A. is studying Veterinary Medicine at the UDLA and Pablo P. is studying Engineering at the Salesian University. This project is self-managed by AVANTI.
Rural
Development.
We carried out a comprehensive development program in the community of Pistishí-Tolte (Naríz del Diablo) between 2009 and 2013. Our work involved interventions in the following areas: education, health, productive development, agribusiness and community tourism. Each of the activities for the known areas is detailed below. Education: Equipment and installation of library and computer laboratory; realization of computer classes, English and reading; restoration and equipping of schools and nurseries; and completion of a special education program. Health: Installation of water filters for all homes in the community; delivery of first aid kits for homes and community centers; delivery of fire extinguishers; conducting medical brigades and immediate attention to critical cases; and installation of a primary care health center. Productive development: Execution of agricultural training program; planting 6,000 Guarango trees; fruit plantation; and implementation of the organic uvilla program.