The UPS Building Program is connecting cultures, languages, and people all over the world.
UPS volunteers from around the world, international government officials from Germany, United Kingdom and Estonia, and villagers of Navlakhumbre partnered to construct two state-of-the-art computer labs that will connect a small village in Maharashtra to the world. As part of the UPS Building Program, the five-day project resulted in 50 computers, all linked via satellite to provide Internet access to local residents.
UPS Asia Pacific Region Manager Ken Torok, who participated in the event, spoke of the importance of encouraging employees to immerse themselves in the local culture while working side-by-side with residents of the community.
"The UPS Building Program is part of UPS's unique strategy to connect and understand the various cultures and countries it serves around the world," said Ken. "We are proud to help the villagers seek new opportunities in life. The computers provided here today are not just about Internet access. They are about giving these children a window to see the world and new opportunities to attain their dreams."
The Indian government has committed to match UPS's contribution to the village in the form of funding for road improvement, educational support, and healthcare.
In the last eight years, UPS has constructed computer labs in remote villages in Poland, Mexico, and China. In 2005, 80 UPS employees from 11 countries constructed a fully functional computer lab complete with computers, printers, software, and training for students, teachers, and residents of Lipa, Poland.
