Infosys and Street Child Unite to Enable Access to Quality Education in Ukraine with Digital Innovation

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Infosys (NYSE: INFY) has announced a significant milestone in its three-year collaboration with Street Child, establishing seven Digital Learning Centers (DLCs) in Ukraine to address educational challenges in crisis-affected areas. The initiative responds to the severe disruption of Ukraine's education system, where over 3,700 educational institutions have been affected and 365 schools destroyed, with 1.9 million children relying on remote learning solutions.

The collaboration, launched in 2024, has exceeded its initial target of five DLCs in Dnipropetrovsk Oblast, delivering seven centers within 12 months. These centers have served over 1,000 children in their first three months, providing laptops, high-speed internet, and mental health support facilities. The project includes a Digital Transformation program utilizing Infosys Springboard, offering Ukrainian Language and Geography courses for students and specialized training for teachers in areas such as Cybersecurity and Anti-Corruption.

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• Exceeded initial target by delivering 7 Digital Learning Centers instead of 5 within 12 months
• Served over 1,000 children in first three months of operations
• Successfully integrated with Ukraine's national educational platform

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• None.

Establish seven Digital Learning Centers and create high-quality content for teachers and children, available through Infosys Springboard

BENGALURU, India, Jan. 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Infosys (NSE: INFY) (BSE: INFY) (NYSE: INFY), a global leader in next-generation digital services and consulting, today announced a critical milestone in its three-year collaboration with Street Child, an international children's charity, with the establishment of seven Digital Learning Centers (DLCs) to address the educational challenges faced by children in crisis-affected areas of Ukraine.

This collaboration addresses the profound disruption to Ukraine's education system caused by the ongoing conflict, which has affected over 3,700 educational institutions and destroying 365 schools, as reported by Save the Children. The conflict has forced roughly 1.9 million children - nearly half of Ukraine's school-aged population - to rely on partial or fully remote learning solutions. Recognizing this critical need, Infosys joined hands with Street Child in 2024 to launch two impactful initiatives: creating DLCs–secured physical spaces equipped for online learning and a Digital Transformation program, leveraging Infosys Springboard, Infosys' flagship digital learning platform, to provide tailored courses for students and teachers.

Initially focused on creating and renovating five DLCs in Dnipropetrovsk, an Oblast in Eastern Ukraine receiving less international aid due to its proximity to the front line, the collaboration remarkably delivered seven within 12 months into the engagement. Notably, one center was renovated by an all-female team of contractors, as conscription limited the availability of male workers.

Launched in September 2024, these centers have already served over 1,000 children in their first three months of operations. Each center is equipped with laptops, high-speed internet, multimedia projectors, educational materials, security systems, and accessibility features such as wheelchair ramps and modified bathrooms. Additionally, designated spaces for Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (MHPSS) provide critical support to young learners.

The Digital Transformation program focuses on preserving Ukraine's cultural identity by offering courses in Ukrainian Language and Geography for Grades 5 and 6. For teachers, topics such as Cybersecurity and Anti-Corruption are addressed through specially developed courses, aligning seamlessly with Ukraine's national educational platform, All Ukrainian Online. Together, these initiatives are helping build a robust and resilient educational foundation for both students and teachers.

Tom Dannatt, CEO & Co-Founder, Street Child, said, "At Street Child, we're working to create a world where every child is safe, in school and learning. Unfortunately, the reality for Ukrainian children is that a significant number of them cannot attend a physical classroom, and so we're focusing efforts on where we can make the biggest difference. In this case, that means making the most of digital education. Although we're still in the early stages, we're proud to have worked with Infosys to support more than 1,000 children amid this terrible conflict. The early success of this scheme demonstrates the transformative potential to deliver quality education in many crisis-affected regions worldwide."

Thirumala Arohi, Executive Vice President, Head - Education, Training and Assessment, Infosys, said, "The collaboration between Infosys and Street Child is crucial as it directly addresses the devastating impact of the conflict on Ukraine's education system. With hundreds of schools destroyed and millions of children displaced or relying on remote learning, access to quality education has become a critical need. Infosys brings to this collaboration not only its technological expertise but also a deep commitment to social impact. Together with Street Child, we are providing tangible solutions through the establishment of seven Digital Learning Centers that offer secure physical spaces equipped with the necessary technology and are leveraging Infosys Springboard to enable a digital transformation program to offer tailored courses for effective online learning. This holistic approach empowers students to continue their education, supports teachers in adapting to new learning environments, and ultimately contributes to building a more resilient educational foundation for the future of Ukraine."

About Street Child

Street Child is one of the world's fastest-growing international children's charities, established in 2008. Street Child works to ensure children are safe, in school and learning even, and especially, in low resource environments and emergencies. The charity works with an expanding network of local organisations and a focus on the power and purpose of inspirational local level organisations sits at the heart of all they do – and has done so since the first partnership in Sierra Leone in 2008. Today Street Child works in over 25 countries across sub-Saharan Africa, Asia, Europe and the Middle East.

About Infosys

Infosys is a global leader in next-generation digital services and consulting. Over 300,000 of our people work to amplify human potential and create the next opportunity for people, businesses and communities. We enable clients in more than 56 countries to navigate their digital transformation. With over four decades of experience in managing the systems and workings of global enterprises, we expertly steer clients, as they navigate their digital transformation powered by cloud and AI. We enable them with an AI-first core, empower the business with agile digital at scale and drive continuous improvement with always-on learning through the transfer of digital skills, expertise, and ideas from our innovation ecosystem. We are deeply committed to being a well-governed, environmentally sustainable organization where diverse talent thrives in an inclusive workplace.

Visit www.infosys.com to see how Infosys (NYSE: INFY) can help your enterprise navigate your next.

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FAQ

How many Digital Learning Centers has INFY established in Ukraine as of January 2025?

Infosys has established seven Digital Learning Centers in Ukraine, exceeding their initial target of five centers.

How many students have benefited from INFY's Digital Learning Centers in Ukraine?

Over 1,000 children have been served by the Digital Learning Centers in their first three months of operations since September 2024.

What educational content does INFY provide through Springboard in Ukraine?

Through Infosys Springboard, they provide Ukrainian Language and Geography courses for Grades 5 and 6, plus specialized courses for teachers in Cybersecurity and Anti-Corruption.

Where are INFY's Digital Learning Centers located in Ukraine?

The Digital Learning Centers are located in Dnipropetrovsk Oblast in Eastern Ukraine, an area receiving less international aid due to its proximity to the front line.