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Proyecto MABA - Lima, Peru

Project Information

 Lima, Peru
  • Peru ranked last in the PISA international student assessments in 2012 (65th out of the 65 countries evaluated).

UTEC, 2012


Grantee
Universidad de Ingeniería & Tecnología

Partners
Google
Harvard University
Hochschild Mining Group
MIT
TecSup

Universidad de Ingeniería & Tecnología

Lima, Peru

Maestro Cares Foundation and several partners sponsored Project MABA at Fe y Alegría school #25 in Lima, Peru. The project served 354 students from 1st to 3rd grade.

Project MABA is an initiative aimed at implementing early STEM education for children in underprivileged communities by investing in advanced technology and communications infrastructure. It supplies cutting-edge equipment and a research proven tech-based curriculum for both teachers and students. The program also includes professional development for educators to effectively implement this curriculum into their classrooms.

In 2012, Peru ranked last out of 65 countries evaluated in the PISA international student assessments (UTEC), and Project MABA aims to combat these educational disparities, particularly in developing regions. Since 2017, governmental financial support has futher bolstered Project MABA’s expansion and impact, exemplifying a shared commitment to nurturing young minds and ensuring equitable access to quality education for all.

Special Notes: Maestro Cares Foundation is committed to providing funding for three years. However, the program was suspended in 2020 due to the impact of COVID-19.

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Project Start
January 1, 2016

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Project End
April 13, 2016

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Changing Lives, Building Dreams.

The Maestro Cares Foundation improves the quality of life of disadvantaged children and communities in Latin America and the United States. We do so by providing housing, educational programming, and the essential resources to support their growth and development. Through our efforts, we’re strengthening communities and helping children become tomorrow’s leaders.