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Creating a cyberspace and an integrated training center for people with disabilities in Mali
| Project No | 7GLO07066 |
| Title | Creating a cyberspace and an integrated training center for people with disabilities in Mali |
| Description |
The project aims to support efforts by the Government of Mali in Bamako for the creation of cyberspace and an ICT training center open to all, with equipment and software for the people with disabilities. This project also aims to provide persons with disabilities technical skills in ICT to enable them to participate in social and economic activities as well as other citizens of Mali. This will give them more opportunities to find stable employment and improve the long-term income and living conditions. |
| Area of Action |
Technology & Network Development Digital Inclusion |
| Status | Implemented |
| Time Frame | From 1/9/2010 To 30/9/2011 |
| Beneficiary Countries | Mali |
| Implementing Agency | ITU |
| Cooperation Agency | MCNT, Mali |
| Evaluation Report |
 Open Document
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| Project Document |
Open Document
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| Financial Scale (CHF) | 100'000 - 500'000 |
| Achievements |
The project was fully implemented by establishing a Cyber Café for persons with disabilities. The Cyber Café is a point of contact and interaction between persons with disability and able-persons contributing to the improvement of social relations. The necessary equipment had been provided through this project and income generated from services (internet photocopying, telephone, fax) enhance the sustainability of the established center. |
