About Us
About Us
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Edumust is a not-for-profit organization based in Jalandhar, Punjab, dedicated to transforming the lives of government school students through digital literacy. Since our establishment in 2015, we have been committed to bridging the digital divide, empowering young minds with the skills they need for a brighter future.
Vision
Vision
A world in which all children are well-educated and empowered to live a dignified and secure life.
Mission
Mission
Edumust aims to transform the lives of government primary school students in Punjab by equipping them with digital literacy and 21st-century skills, ensuring they are prepared for a future of equal opportunities and success, and promoting Digital Equity.
WHY?
WHY?
Students in Government Primary Schools lack access to essential computer skills and tools, leading to a digital literacy gap.
Students in Government Primary Schools lack access to essential computer skills and tools, leading to a digital literacy gap.
Over 70% of Students in Government Schools Lack Access to Basic Digital Literacy Tools, Putting Them at a Significant Disadvantage in Today's Digital World
Source: Policy Circle report on digital literacy gaps in India, 2023
Some dropout during grades 6-8, losing this critical learning opportunity in higher grades.
Some dropout during grades 6-8, losing this critical learning opportunity in higher grades.
8% Dropout Rate for Students in Grades 6-8 in Punjab and 12.6% in India.
Source: UDISE+ Dashboard 2023
Availability of a computer/laptop in the households is much lower, with only 9% having one at home. Youth who have
a computer/laptop at home are much more likely to know how to use it (85%) than those who do not (33.9%).
Females are less likely to know how to use a smartphone or computer as compared to males.
Source: ASER 2023
Absence of a structured digital curriculum exacerbates digital inequity.
Absence of a structured digital curriculum exacerbates digital inequity.
Lack of computer literacy & computer-assisted learning curriculum, and lack of hands-on learning experience in the digital era because of educational inequity, in Government Primary Schools.
“What’s the point of learning basic computer skills when private school students are already studying advanced topics?”- Student
"While the world is moving toward coding and artificial intelligence, we’re stuck in the past. We still teach the basics of C programming, while students elsewhere learn C++, Java, and Python"
Source: The Tribune, 9-9-2024
Punjab govt schools struggle with deteriorating computer education infrastructure
Punjab govt schools struggle with deteriorating computer education infrastructure
As educational institutions across India embrace e-learning, government schools in Punjab face severe challenges in providing quality computer education. Outdated equipment, crumbling infrastructure and a shortage of qualified staff have left computer labs in disarray, hindering the digital learning experience for thousands of students.
“The batteries of UPS units, which last about three years, have not been replaced, further aggravating the issue,” said a computer teacher who splits his time between three schools weekly.
Many teachers face similar situations, forced to manage multiple schools with limited resources.
Source: The Tribune, 9-9-2024
Our Reach
Our Reach
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1
district
4+1
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schools + community
360+
360+
students
1200+
1200+
students till date
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