Network donates laptops to school children

The Martin James Network, a network that exists to support the growth of companies and entrepreneurs, has donated the company 's previously used laptops to community interest company WOWDOT to help address digital poverty affecting school children across the Birmingham region.

WOWDOT was started by former Asian Business Chamber of Commerce president Qasim Majid and aims to provide 1,000 families in Birmingham with a computer in the next 12 months through its Connect_In campaign.

Previously used computers that are donated to the campaign are refurbished and safely recycled, before being donated to Birmingham schools to give to their pupils who are most in need of both a computer and internet connection.

Amanda Mogan-Wilson, director of Marketing & Engagement, said: “This cause fits perfectly with our mission as part of the network is to challenge inequality in all forms.

“We are always looking for other causes where we can offer support, and we are delighted to have donated our previously used laptops to such an important campaign. ”

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Pictured (left to right): Tion Gibbs and marketing and engagement director Amanda Mogan-Wilson