IGT:-Credo Sophia House Receives Technology Boost Through The IGT ASA Programme
CREDO SOPHIA HOUSE RECEIVES TECHNOLOGY BOOST THROUGH THE IGT ASA PROGRAMME
FRIDAY, 29 OCTOBER 2021: PORT OF SPAIN, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO: Credo Sophia House is now the most recent recipient and partner of the IGT After School Advantage (ASA) programme.
Through its global ASA programme, IGT fully equipped the computer room at Credo Sophia House with desktop computers, headsets, webcams, a printer and tablet.
IGT’s ASA Programme provides computer labs and equipment for disadvantaged children, ages 5-18 to use for homework and online learning during the critical after-school hours. The programme aims to satisfy the need for access to computers and the digital world for children who would not otherwise have this opportunity.
CREDO Foundation helps the most vulnerable and marginalised in society, currently providing accommodation for 32 young people. The youth are housed at two of the foundation’s Residential Development Centres for socially displaced youth at Credo Drop-In and Development Centre for Boys, and Credo Sophia House, an empowerment centre for young girls at risk. Currently, there are 16 female residents between the ages 10-18 at Credo Sophia House.
Chairperson Sr. Roberta O'Flaherty explained, “The aim of the centres is to get the young people away from the streets and other abusive situations and to provide them with the various personal, social and educational skills they need to become productive citizens and responsible adults in the future.”
Expressing her gratitude to IGT for their donation was Administrator for Credo Sophia House Ms. Dale Bartholomew who said, “This equipment will help the girls keep up more easily with their online classes. The closure of schools has had a significant impact on children’s learning, and getting familiar with technology is now essential for effective education.”
IGT Trinidad and Tobago Deputy Country Manager Dexter W. Thomas said, “Once we learned about the great work Credo Sophia House was doing, we knew that IGT and Sophia House shared the same ideals of being collobrative which stood out as one of its core values. The IGT ASA Programme forms part of IGT’s guiding principles which focuses on education, youth and technology and assists in bridging the digital divide. We’re very happy to provide these technology and learning resources to CREDO Sophia House as part of our ASA programme, and we hope to continue working with them far into the future.”
Credo Sophia House is part of the CREDO Foundation for Justice, which was founded in 1997. CREDO is a non-profit, Non-Governmental Organisation affiliated with the Holy Faith Sisters in collaboration with other stakeholders.
About IGT Trinidad and Tobago
As the full-service lottery provider to the National Lotteries Control Board (NLCB), IGT manages the distribution, accounting and validation of the Lottery’s instant ticket business. In addition to lottery and instant ticket services, through VIA, a commercial services company, IGT provides prepaid mobile phone top-up and bill payment services over lottery terminals in Trinidad and Tobago.
About IGT:
IGT (NYSE:IGT) is the global leader in gaming. We deliver entertaining and responsible gaming experiences for players across all channels and regulated segments, from Gaming Machines and Lotteries to Sports Betting and Digital. Leveraging a wealth of compelling content, substantial investment in innovation, player insights, operational expertise, and leading-edge technology, our solutions deliver unrivalled gaming experiences that engage players and drive growth. We have a well-established local presence and relationships with governments and regulators in more than 100 countries around the world, and create value by adhering to the highest standards of service, integrity, and responsibility. IGT has approximately 11,000 employees. For more information, please visit www.igt.com.
Photo 1: (From Left) Sophia house Chairperson; Sr Roberta joyfully looks on at IGT- Deputy Country Manager Dexter W. Thomas as he cuts the ribbon to launch the Credo Sophia House Computer Room, sponsored by the IGT After School Advantage (ASA) Programme.
Photo 3: Making it Official! (From Left) IGT’s Deputy Country Manager- Dexter W. Thomas, Sr Roberta O'Flaherty of the Holy Faith Sisters & Chairperson of the Credo Foundation for Justice and Centre Coordinator, Ms Beverly John pose together for this permanent IGT After School Advantage (ASA) partnership.
Photo 5- (From Left) IGT’s Deputy Country Manager- Dexter W. Thomas and Centre Coordinator, Ms Beverly John both assist a child during her online schoolwork.
